Steve Joyce, Patrick Pacious & Myer Hotels, recipients of the 2015 Choice Hotels International Hotels of the Year for the Comfort Inn brand. — Photo by Choice

Comfort Inn & Suites of Branson, Missouri has once again brought home top honors, capturing the prestigious Hotel of the Year Award for the fifth time. Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's leading hotel companies, presented the award to the standout property at the Choice Hotels 61st annual convention in Las Vegas.

The Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows is owned and operated by the Myer family, long-time Choice franchisees and multiple award winners for their properties in the Branson area. As contributors to the Branson, Missouri hospitality market for over 32 years, the Myer family and their teams are committed to superior customer service and setting the standard for hospitality excellence.

"We are extremely proud to count Myer Hotels as part of our franchise family for more than two decades," said Choice Hotels CEO and President Steve Joyce. "They have demonstrated a long-term commitment to being the best of the best, and we congratulate them on their tremendous accomplishments."

"There are many factors that make our hotel so special, and our staff's dedication to taking care of our guests is at the top of the list," said General Manager Steve Graber. "Our guests love our iBranson Ticket Services, which provides reservations and tickets to nearby attractions. This concierge-style service epitomizes our commitment to unbeatable guest satisfaction, and guarantees a rewarding and memorable visit to Branson."

The 102-room hotel is located in the Branson Meadows area of Branson, Missouri, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Ozark Mountains and nearby Lake Taneycomo. Guests can enjoy star-studded performances at area venues including the Sight and Sound Theatres, the White House Theater, the Oak Ridge Boys Theatre and the Kings' Castle Theatre. Nearby attractions also include Branson Landing, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows, the Branson Scenic Railway and many stores and boutiques.

The hotel features a unique mountain lodge with million-dollar views of the Ozarks. A free hot breakfast is available daily, and other amenities offered at the hotel include free WiFi, an indoor heated pool, hot tub, exercise room, and more. Suites at the hotel include microwaves and refrigerators.

Choice Hotels' Hotel of the Year Award winners are selected by the Choice Hotels Owners Council and are presented to properties that demonstrate lodging excellence and offer guest experiences that set the standard for the industry. Nominees are all ranked at the top of hotels within their brand. Two other hotels considered for the award were also owned and operated by the Myer family as well.