"Hotels throughout Europe have not lost their customer focus despite an economic climate that has reduced demand and forced hotel brands to stringently contain costs," said Michael Drago, director of the global hospitality and travel practice at J.D. Power and Associates. "Hotel guest satisfaction with guest rooms and costs and fees has improved notably in 2009. While customers are likely pleased by lowered room rates, hotel brands are ensuring these rooms are still meeting customer standards and expectations."

Improving from 16^th rank position in 2008, Park Inn ranks highest in guest satisfaction in the mid-scale full service segment in 2009. Park Inn performs particularly well in three of seven measures: reservation, food and beverage and costs and fees. Dorint Hotels & Resorts and Clarion, respectively, follow in the segment rankings. Dorint Hotels & Resorts performs particularly well in the hotel facilities measure.

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