The Quality Suites hotel of San Luis Obispo was recently announced as a recipient of a prestigious 2012 Platinum Hospitality Award for the second year in a row from world lodging leader Choice Hotels International, Inc. franchisor of the brand.

“The Quality Suites hotel’s commitment to excellence and outstanding guest service has earned it this well-deserved recognition as one of the best hotels among the Quality brand,” said Steve Joyce, president and chief executive officer for Choice Hotels. “We here at Choice Hotels are very proud to award this distinguished honor to the Quality Suites hotel.”

Platinum Award status represents a tremendous accomplishment for a hotel and its entire staff. Each year, only the very top hotels in each brand are eligible to receive this elite distinction. As a top performing property among the company’s more than 4,900 U.S. franchised hotels, the Quality Suites hotel is among the top percentage of properties within the Quality brand. As one of the company’s top franchised hotels operating under the Quality flag, the hotel has demonstrated an exceptional focus on guest satisfaction and dedication to providing superior service. Additional award criteria are evaluated by Choice Hotels through its official property ranking reports.