Washington, D.C., October 9, 1997: ANA Hotel, Washington, D.C. is the proud recipient of a 1997 Gold Key award, the meeting industry's ultimate symbol of excellence awarded by Meetings & Conventions magazine and the Reed Travel Group.

The magazine's subscribers recently evaluated hotels and resorts worldwide and rated them in the following categories: meeting facilities; meeting staff; reservations handling; guest services; technical support; food and beverage; and recreational facilities. The Gold Key award is a designation many meeting planners look for when considering future sites for their events.

"Our staff continually strives to exceed guest expectations," said Hans Bruland, General Manager of ANA Hotel, Washington, D.C. "This award clearly indicates their efforts don't go unnoticed and we are delighted to be honored by the readers of Meetings & Conventions magazine."

In addition to ANA Hotel, Washington, D.C., 164 domestic and 44 international hotels and resorts earned enough votes to receive the prestigious Gold Key award. Recipients of '97 Gold Key awards will be announced in the November edition of Meetings & Conventions magazine and will be honored by industry peers at the Gold Awards Gala in New York.

Conveniently located between The White House and Georgetown, the elegant ANA Hotel, Washington, D.C. features 415 luxurious rooms and suites, more than 29,000 square feet of meeting space, in-house A/V services, Washington's most comprehensive fitness center, and award-winning food and beverage outlets.

Contact: Lisa Robinson (202) 429-2400