The hotel was the only property in Washington, D.C. to make the Top 100 list, which was screened by Travel + Leisure editors from among respondents to a survey of discriminating travelers from around the world conducted by the editors of the magazine and Harris Interactive.

Hans Bruland, General Manager and Vice President of the Hay-Adams, said, "We are delighted and honored to be the sole hotel in the nation�s capital to receive this recognition." He concluded, "We thank our loyal guests, whose recommendations helped us to receive this distinction - and along with them our staff, whose dedication and professionalism allows us to maintain superior levels of guest service and personalized attention."

The Travel + Leisure award follows the hotel�s receipt of the prestigious Leaders Club Gold Award from Leading Hotels in the World, earlier this year. The Gold Club Award recognized the Hay-Adams as the number one choice for discriminating travelers who belong to the organization�s Leaders Club guest loyalty and rewards program.

About the Hay-Adams 
Located at Sixteenth and H Streets, at Lafayette Park across from the White House, the Hay-Adams is Washington�s finest luxury hotel and one of the most historic and celebrated properties in the world. The Hotel offers 145 rooms and suites, many with White House views. It has won numerous awards for its impeccable service, and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, an exclusive group of discriminating luxury hotels worldwide. For more information or reservations, visit www.hayadams.com, or call (800) 853-6807. 

Michael G. Frenkel
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For The Hay-Adams