DiamondRock Hospitality Company Announces Tax Treatment Of Its 2017 Dividends

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH) announced today the following tax treatment of its 2017 distributions to shareholders.

Record Date	Payable Date	Total Cash Distribution per Share	Box 1a Total Ordinary Dividend	Box 1b Qualified Dividend	Box 3 Nondividend Distributions
12/30/2016	1/12/2017	$0.066968	$0.064674	$0.000754	$0.002294
3/31/2017	4/12/2017	$0.125000	$0.120718	$0.001406	$0.004282
6/30/2017	7/12/2017	$0.125000	$0.120718	$0.001406	$0.004282
9/29/2017	10/12/2017	$0.125000	$0.120718	$0.001406	$0.004282
Totals		$0.441968	$0.426828	$0.004972	$0.015140

The table above reflects the treatment of the dividends for the 2017 tax year.  Shareholders are encouraged to consult with their personal tax advisors as to their specific tax treatment of DiamondRock distributions.

About the Company

DiamondRock Hospitality Company is a self-advised real estate investment trust (REIT) that is an owner of a leading portfolio of geographically diversified hotels concentrated in top gateway markets and destination resort locations.  The Company, as of the date herein, owns 28 premium quality hotels with over 9,600 rooms. The Company has strategically positioned its hotels to be operated both under leading global brands such as Hilton, Marriott, and Westin and boutique hotels in the lifestyle segment. For further information on the Company and its portfolio, please visit DiamondRock Hospitality Company's website at www.drhc.com.

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