NEW GENERAL MANAGER
            CESAR GONZALEZ
             January 17, 2006


         Madison named one of the World's
            Best Hotels by TRAVEL + LEISURE
             January 3, 2006


         MADISON HOTEL TOP RATED HOTEL IN
            ZAGAT SURVEY AND CONDE NAST
            TRAVELER
             November 3, 2005


         The Madison Hotel Rings
             in a New Summer Tradition
              June 17, 2003


         The Madison Hotel Garners High Honors
            in the First Year of Operation
               May 22, 2003


         The Madison Hotel Announces
            a New Sunset Tradition
              March 18, 2003


         Grill 83 Announces New
            Lunch and Dinner Menus
              Apr. 29, 2003


         AAA and Resorts/Great Hotels Release
              Feb. 28, 2003


         Madison Romance Release
              Jan. 28, 2003


         Preservation Awards
              Sept. 26, 2002


          A Business Traveler's Elegant Escape
               May 7, 2002


          The Madison prepares to Open
               May 7, 2002


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Amy Howell
Howell McQuain Strategies
1715 Aaron Brenner Dr., Suite 716
Memphis, TN 38120
(P) 901-737-0853 (F) 901-737-4609

The Madison Hotel Lends Luxury to Downtown

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 16, 2002 - Downtown Memphis now offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience with the opening of Grill 83.

Named for its location at 83 Madison Ave. adjacent to the luxury Madison Hotel, Grill 83 features classic and new American cuisine in an intimate setting. The enticing menu includes prime steaks, fresh seafood and an impressive selection of fine wines and spirits.

Grill 83's executive chef is Burk Wolf, former corporate chef for the Peabody Hotel Group, and the chef de cuisine is Ted Brantley, former sous chef at Jarrett's Restaurant.

"Grill 83 will become a new favorite of Memphians and tourists alike," said Mohamad Hakimian, managing partner of the Madison Hotel. "It is the perfect choice for those looking for an imaginative menu and uncompromising service."

The restaurant's elegant dŽcor includes a long vintage-style bar, exposed brick walls and sleek, contemporary furnishings. The interior designers successfully blended modern touches with the building's historic appeal.
Grill 83 is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and valet parking is available. For reservations, call 901-333-1224.