The Grand Junction Clarion Inn received the 2012 Gold Hospitality Award from Choice Hotels International, which operates the Clarion brand.

“The Clarion Inn Grand Junction hotel’s commitment to excellence and outstanding guest service has earned it this well-deserved recognition as one of the best hotels among the Choice brand,” said Steve Joyce, president and chief executive officer of Choice Hotels International.

As a winner of a Gold Hospitality Award, the Clarion Inn location in Grand Junction ranks among the top percentage of 4,900 operations franchised by Choice Hotels. The award is based on customer service and guest satisfaction as well as additional criteria evaluated by Choice Hotels.

In Grand Junction, the Clarion Inn is located at 755 Horizon Drive. The hotel ranks among the largest in the city with nearly 250 guest rooms. For more information, call  243-6790 or log on to www.choicehotels.com.