CONFIRMING STATEMENT


This Statement confirms that the undersigned has authorized and designated
Elizabeth A. Abdoo or William K. Kelso to execute and file on the undersigned's
behalf all Forms 3, 4 and 5 (including any amendments thereto) that the
undersigned may be required to file with the United States Securities and
Exchange Commission as a result of the undersigned's ownership of or
transactions in securities of Host Marriott Corporation.  The authority of
Elizabeth A. Abdoo or William K. Kelso under this Statement shall continue
until the undersigned is no longer required to file Forms 3, 4, or 5 with
securities of Host Marriott Corporation, unless earlier revoked in writing.
Mr. Larson acknowledges that Elizabeth A. Abdoo or William K. Kelso is
not assuming, nor is Host Marriott Corporation, any of the undersigned's
responsibilities to comply with Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act
of 1934.


							Host Marriott Corporation


							___________________________
							Gregory J. Larson


Dated:   ________________


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