Host Marriott Corporation Submits SEC Certification

Press Release: Host Marriott Corporation
August 16, 2002
BETHESDA, MD -- Host Marriott Corporation (NYSE: HMT) yesterday announced that on Tuesday, August 13, 2002, its President and Chief Executive Officer, Christopher J. Nassetta, and its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Robert E. Parsons, submitted their required certifications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission attesting to the accuracy of the Company's filings with the SEC.

Host Marriott also filed a report on Form 8-K announcing the execution and submission to the SEC of such sworn statements and including under Item 9, a copy of each certification.

Host Marriott is a Fortune 500 lodging real estate company that currently owns or holds controlling interests in 123 upscale and luxury hotel properties primarily operated under premium brands, such as Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Four Seasons, Swissotel and Hilton.

SOURCE: Host Marriott Corporation