WASHINGTON, D.C., September 25- The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington, D.C., the new 10,400-square foot Zen oasis on the banks of the Tidal Basin, is introducing special spa treatments in honor of the 2004 election season.

"The Body Politic," with its lighthearted political theme, offers genuine, therapeutic spa treatments, packaged for the politically minded by Mandarin Oriental's spa therapy manager, Bonnie Baker. Ms. Baker developed the package to highlight attention to the stresses that election season can bring, and offer solutions to help "ease tensions" at the resplendent new Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.

The non-partisan "Body Politic" package offers both "Liberal" and "Conservative" experiences, and both include foot rituals, aromatherapy and extensive massage. The body treatments offer a twist: each is uniquely designed with characteristics attributed to either political philosophy.

The "Body Politic, Liberal experience" will offer the opportunity "to change and reform the body's constitution with a free-flowing, exotic Balinese massage," says Baker. Organic aromatherapy products, in harmony with environment, are used throughout. The "Body Politic, Conservative Experience" promotes "well-being through more traditional, deep-tissue massage techniques, stimulating muscles to help promote a sense of inner strength." A gentle facial for sensitive skin is also part of the Conservative program.

Each of "The Body Politic" treatments, whether Liberal or Conservative, is 3 hours and costs $390.00, inclusive of 18% gratuity and local tax. These special "election season" treatments are available through Inauguration Day 2005, (January 20, 2005). For additional information about "The Body Politic" treatments, or to schedule an appointment at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. please call directly at (202) 787-6100. on these spa gift packs, please call (202) 787-6100.

"The Body Politic" treatments are comprised of the following therapies:

The Liberal Experience:

The Conservative Experience:

Ms. Baker has also prepared "at home" spa product gift packages for the Liberal and Conservative treatments, available for purchase at the Spa. Each package incorporates spa products in patriotic red, white and blue colors, such as red clay masks, blue eye gel and white body balm. For further details on these spa gift packs, please call (202) 787-6100.

Other Treatments at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.
In addition to a full array of spa services including massages, wraps, body scrubs and facials, other specialized treatments are also available at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C., including Chakra Balancing with hot stones, whereby volcanic hot stones are used to massage the body, and the "Traveler's Release," ajet lag remedy based in the Ayurvedic tradition. Overall, the subtle oriental influences, fluid spaces, expert treatments and gracious service allow guests to The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. a marked departure from the real world.

About Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.
With sophisticated oriental style that reflects its powerful and prominent waterfront locale, the 400-room Mandarin Oriental sets a new luxury standard in the nation's capital. The hotel overlooks the Potomac Tidal Basin and the Jefferson Memorial, offering unprecedented panoramic views from Georgetown to Old Town. In addition to exceptional accommodations and gracious service, the hotel features outstanding meeting space, dining, spa and fitness facilities. The hotel is located at 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20024. For reservations and further details on Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C., please call 1-888-888-1778 or visit www.mandarinoriental.com.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group operates 20 luxury hotels in key business and leisure destinations, with a further five hotels under development in Chiang Mai, Thailand (opening late 2004); Hong Kong and Riviera Maya, Mexico (opening 2005); Tokyo (opening early 2006) and Boston (opening early 2007). In total, Mandarin Oriental now operates, or has under development, over 7,700 rooms in 13 countries with 12 hotels in Asia, nine in The Americas and four in Europe.