Lisa M. Beers
Waterford Group
(860) 442-4559
lbeers@waterfordgroup.net
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WATERFORD HOTEL GROUP TO MANAGE BENNIGAN’S LATHAM

WATERFORD, CT (June 30, 2005) – Providing a wealth of facility management expertise, Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., as part of its agreement with Clarion Inn & Suites Albany Airport, NY, will oversee the day-to-day operations for Bennigan’s Grill & Tavern, a 265-seat restaurant and bar adjacent to the Clarion.

“Managing the Bennigan’s Latham provides Waterford Hotel Group with another opportunity to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to success,” said Terry Bickhardt, president and COO, operations and marketing for Waterford Hotel Group. “Bennigan’s allows Waterford Hotel Group to further entrench itself into the Latham community and to provide patrons with excellent service and complete satisfaction.”

A neighborhood grill and tavern style restaurant, Bennigan's recently introduced a completely redesigned menu, and features both an adult and family-friendly cuisine. The restaurant will be managed by Tracy Lajeunesse, a 20-year industry veteran. In addition to day-to-day operations, Bennigan’s serves as the room service provider to the adjacent Clarion Inn and Suites, a 132-room hotel featuring meeting facilities, high speed wireless Internet access, outdoor swimming pool, and fitness center. The Bennigan’s franchise is part of the Metromedia Restaurant Group, owners of over 800 restaurants worldwide that also include Steak & Ale, Ponderosa and Bonanza.

Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group, Inc. is a national hotel management firm currently operating 28 properties in 10 states. With corporate offices in Waterford, CT, Waterford Hotel Group is one of the most successful management companies in the hospitality industry. The company’s nationwide roster of properties consistently achieves exceptional market share and returns well above industry averages. This outstanding record of accomplishment is based on strategic growth, intimate knowledge of industry trends, and providing value for customers and investors.

The company’s commitment to excellence in the area of restaurant and bar management is enhanced through the company’s subsidiary, Waterford Group Restaurants, formed to manage the company’s current portfolio of restaurants and bars. Waterford Group Restaurants allows the company to brand and market the collective restaurants and bars, while also providing the forum to implement consistent management practices and policies throughout the portfolio.

For further information, contact Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., 914 Hartford Turnpike, P.O. Box 715, Waterford, CT 06385; telephone 860-442-4559, fax 860-437-7752, or visit the company's website at www.waterfordgroup.net.