DiamondRock Announces Second Quarter Dividend Of $0.08 Per Share

BETHESDA, Md., May 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share to stockholders of record as of May 15, 2012. The dividend will be paid on May 29, 2012.

About the Company

DiamondRock Hospitality Company is a self-advised real estate investment trust (REIT) that is an owner of premium hotel properties.  The Company owns 23 premium hotels with approximately 10,400 rooms and holds one senior mortgage loan.  The Company's hotels are generally operated under globally recognized brands such as Hilton, Marriott, and Westin. For further information, please visit DiamondRock Hospitality Company's website at www.drhc.com.

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