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Michigan’s 367-room Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Convention Center Opens
July 23, 2013
ATLANTA (July 23, 2013) - IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) today announced the opening of the Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Convention Center hotel. Formerly the Ponchartrain Hotel, the property recently underwent a substantial renovation, with upgrades to all of the guest rooms as well as to its common areas and the exterior. This Detroit hotel, located at 2 Washington Blvd. in downtown Detroit, offers visitors breathtaking views of the Detroit River and the city skyline. It is adjacent to Detroit's COBO Convention Center and minutes away from the headquarters of General Motors® and other major corporations. The hotel is also close...
Prominent Industry Executive Joins Towne Park to Lead Florida Operation
Towne Park | July 23, 2013
Annapolis, MD-Towne Park, America's premiere provider of hospitality, healthcare and commercial parking staffing solutions announced the appointment of Peter Serena as Vice President of the Southeast Region, Diversified Markets. Peter comes to Towne Park with an impressive and extensive pedigree of senior level leadership in luxury hotels and resorts, overseeing properties in Florida for over 10 years. Prior to joining Towne Park, Mr. Serena was the General Manager of Boca Raton Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort. There, he oversaw the iconic 1,047 room resort which includes a Premier Club with over 3,100 members, beach club, g...
Swift Hospitality Group Opens Newly Built 97-room MainStay Suites® in Rapid City, South Dakota
Swift Hospitality Group | July 23, 2013
Freeport, IL, July 23, 2013: Swift Hospitality Group, Inc. (SHG) based in Freeport, Illinois, announces the opening of its new MainStay Suites® in Rapid City, South Dakota. This residential-style, extended stay hotel offers 97 spacious guest suites that are fully equipped with added amenities. Business and leisure travelers will appreciate the flat screen TVs, free wireless high-speed internet access, deluxe continental breakfast, business center, and in-suite kitchens that include refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers, cooktops, cookware, and more. In addition, the indoor heated pool, on-site guest laundry service, and outdoor patio ...
The 123-room Courtyard Cincinnati Midtown/Rookwood Opens Today in Ohio
Courtyard by Marriott | July 23, 2013
Cincinnati, Ohio - July 23, 2013 - Courtyard by Marriott is rolling out its innovative lobby and room design in Cincinnati, Ohio. This is the newest Courtyard in the area featuring the Refreshing Business lobby environment, where guests can enjoy an open and flexible space. Along with media pods, Wi-Fi and a variety of seating zones, the redefined space is ideal for everything from pop-up meetings to social gatherings. Scheduled to open today, the 123-room Courtyard Cincinnati Midtown/Rookwood also offers a refreshing and stylish room design that helps guests stay connected, productive and comfortable. Thoughtfully planned, each room fe...
Felix Llibre Named as Director of National Accounts for Fontainebleau Miami Beach in Florida
Fontainebleau Miami Beach | July 23, 2013
Miami Beach, Fla. (July 23, 2013) - Fontainebleau Miami Beach announces the appointment of Felix Llibre to the position of Director of National Accounts. In this position, Llibre is responsible for maximizing revenue profitability of the iconic 1,504 room oceanfront hotel by leading the sales process, managing an existing base of prospects and growing market share for both single and multi-site new business opportunities. "Felix has an impressive track record of consistently exceeded sales goals," said Scott Flexman, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Fontainebleau Miami Beach. "We're excited to have Felix join the Fontainebleau tea...
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa in Taos, New Mexico Names Ray Naranjo as Executive Chef
The Kessler Collection | July 23, 2013
TAOS, N.M. - July 23, 2013 - El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa - a member of The Kessler Collection, a portfolio of 10 artistically inspired boutique hotels, is proud to welcome Chef Ray Naranjo as executive chef to the award-winning De La Tierra restaurant. In keeping with El Monte Sagrado's philosophy, dining at the resort is an expression of harmony with nature. With a creative menu of global and local influences, complimented by a passion for western culture and life, Chef Ray Naranjo will serve locally inspired dishes with worldwide flare, while creating a culinary experience that delights the senses. "El Monte Sagrado and the...
Matthew Walsh Appointed as General Manager for Sonesta ES Suites Somerset in New Jersey
Sonesta ES Suites | July 23, 2013
Monday, July 23, 2013 - Somerset, NJ - Matthew Walsh was recently introduced as General Manager at Sonesta ES Suites Somerset. His leadership will help to guide the hotel through the ongoing repositioning process and oversee the hotel's reintroduction into the local market. With 10 years of experience in hospitality, most recently as Operations Manager for the hotel, Walsh began his career as outside operations manager with Hamilton Farm Golf Club. "Matt will be a great general manager for this property, and he is excited to lead the way with our management company," said Jim Tourtillotte, Regional Director of Operations for Sonesta ES ...
Todd Yohn Appointed as Sales Manager for Pennsylvania’s 119-room Gettysburg Hotel
The Gettysburg Hotel | July 23, 2013
GETTYSBURG, PA (July 23, 2013) - Todd Yohn of Manchester has been announced as the new Sales Manager for the recently renovated 119-room Gettysburg Hotel, located on Lincoln Square in historic downtown Gettysburg. Yohn's responsibilities at the hotel include seeking new accounts and growing existing client relationships, with an emphasis on corporate and association business. The historic Gettysburg Hotel is managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention center management firm. Yohn joins the Gettysburg team from his most recent position as Area Director of Sales for Hersha Hospitality and Management. His prior busine...
Waterford Hotel Group Names Chuck Moran as GM for Newly Renovated Gettysburg Hotel in Pennsylvania
The Gettysburg Hotel | July 23, 2013
GETTYSBURG, PA (July 23, 2013) - Waterford Hotel Group recently announced the appointment of Chuck Moran as General Manager of the historic 119-room Gettysburg Hotel, located on Lincoln Square in historic downtown Gettysburg. Moran most recently served as a Regional Hotel Director for Waterford in its corporate office, overseeing the operations of several properties in the company's portfolio. Moran joins the Gettysburg hotel team with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality and food and beverage industry, and as general manager will oversee all operational, sales and administrative aspects of the property. Moran joined Wate...
Thompson Hotels to Open the 247-room Thompson Chicago in October 2013
Thompson Hotels | July 23, 2013
CHICAGO, IL (July 23, 2013) - Thompson Hotels announces October 2013 as the opening of its 11th property, Thompson Chicago, as the company continues to expand its global portfolio of lifestyle hotels. The first phase of the hotel opening will occur in October 2013 with reservations being accepted as of October 1 and the following phases rolling out through the end of the year. Thompson Chicago will offer its savvy clientele sophisticated comforts of a home-away-from-home, joined by personalized service provided by the hotel's highly trained and committed staff. Located in the heart of Chicago's famed Gold Coast, the 247-room hotel offer...
Regatta Travel Solutions Announces Deal with Travel Lane County, Oregon
Regatta Travel Solutions Inc. | July 23, 2013
Charlottesville, Virginia (July 23, 2013) - Regatta Travel Solutions announced that Travel Lane County, marketing the Eugene and Cascades Coast region has signed an agreement to implement the Regatta booking engine on its website EugeneCascadesCoast.org. "We shopped several booking engine vendors and are excited about Regatta," said Kari Westlund, President & CEO of Travel Lane County. "We wanted to add a booking engine that worked well for consumers and was easy for our hotel partners. Ashwin and his team have been easy to work with, their technology platform is easy and comprehensive, and their design looks great. We believe that ...
Robert Henley Returns to John Q. Hammons’ University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, MO as GM
John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts | July 22, 2013
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.- July 22, 2013 - John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts today announced Robert Henley is returning to the company July 22 to serve as general manager of the University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield, Mo. One of the key priorities upon his return is to oversee a multistage, multimillion-dollar renovation of the hotel. Located at 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway, the University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center is owned and operated by Springfield-based John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts, the largest private, independent owner and manager of hotels in the United States. The company also operates the Spring...
Carlson Rezidor to Develop the 225-key Radisson Blu Hotel Mannheim in Germany to Open in 2016
Rezidor Hotel Group | July 22, 2013
July 22, 2013 - Carlson Rezidor, one of the ten largest hotel groups worldwide, announces the Radisson Blu Hotel Mannheim in Germany. The new built property featuring 225 keys is scheduled to open in 2016. Radisson Blu is Europe's largest upper upscale brand and offers first class, full service hotels with contemporary architecture and design, innovative concepts, and signature services such as free high speed internet access. "We are delighted to further strengthen our presence in our home market Germany where we now operate and develop 26 Radisson Blu hotels. Due to its excellent location, style and services the Radisson Blu Hotel Man...
The 460-room Hilton Times Square in NYC Completes $15 Million Hotel Revitalization Project
Hilton Hotels & Resorts | July 22, 2013
July 22, 2013 - NEW YORK - Hilton Worldwide proudly announces a fresh chapter in the life of Hilton Times Square. The iconic, upscale full-service hotel in New York, New York, features 460 all-new guest rooms (including two all-new suites). Drawing on inspiration from Times Squares' history, formally known as Long Acre Square, the design direction for the newly renovated hotel is based on the "squares" history. This boutique-style property is perfectly situated on famous 42nd Street in the heart of Times Square excitement. Hilton Times Square was originally built in 2000. The hotel features a modernist facade of geometric shapes in prim...
Carey Watermark Investors Sells Interest in Long Beach, California Hotels
Carey Watermark Investors | July 22, 2013
NEW YORK, July 22, 2013 -- Carey Watermark Investors Incorporated (CWI) announced today that it sold its 49% interest in a joint venture owning two hotels located on the waterfront in Long Beach, CA - Hotel Maya, a Doubletree by Hilton; and Residence Inn Long Beach Downtown - to its partner in the venture, Ensemble Hotel Partners, LLC (Ensemble). CWI sold its joint venture interest for approximately $22.6 million, with Ensemble retaining the obligations of the venture, including all third party debt. CWI's joint venture investment with Ensemble in the two properties, which occurred in May 2011, was CWI's first investment. Commenting on ...
Hotel Transaction Volumes in Asia Strongest Since 2008 According to Jones Lang LaSalle Report
July 22, 2013
SINGAPORE, 22 July, 2013 – Confirmed hotel transaction volumes in Asia reached USD 1.3 billion in H1 2013, up 85 percent on H1 2012, according to Jones Lang LaSalle's Hotels & Hospitality Group. The latest "Asia Hotel Investment (H1 2013)" report shows that the solid growth in sales activity marks the region's strongest first half year since H1 2008. Weight of investment into the established tourism markets of Singapore, Hong Kong and Tokyo, coupled with opportunistic deals in emerging markets such as Thailand and the Maldives was predominately responsible for driving growth in the region. Mike Batchelor, Managing Director Investm...
IHG to Open 57-room Hotel Indigo Paris – Opera in 2014 Through a Property Renovation and Conversion
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) | July 22, 2013
22 July, 2013 - IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading global hotel companies, is proud to announce the signing of a management agreement with Société Foncière Lyonnaise (SFL) for the development of Hotel Indigo Paris – Opera, France. Located just a few steps from Opera Garnier and the InterContinental Paris Le Grand, this addition follows the recent signings of the Hotel Indigo boutique brand in Rome and Brighton. The property is owned by Société Foncière Lyonnaise (SFL) one of the largest real estate owners in France. The property, currently trading under an existing brand, will undergo major renovatio...
FairBridge Hotels Expands to Arkansas
FairBridge Hotels International | July 22, 2013
SPOKANE, WASHINGTON, July 22, 2013 - The hospitality firm headquartered in downtown Spokane, FairBridge Hotels International, today announced the opening of its newest hotel in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The 179-room FairBridge Inn & Suites is located at 3006 S. Caraway Road off exit 42 of Hwy 63 near industrial parks, hospitals, banks, Arkansas State University, fairgrounds, Turtle Creek Mall and Joe Campbell Park. Guests enjoy the crystal blue indoor pool, bright glass atrium, deluxe business center, and recently upgraded fitness center. As with every FairBridge, guests can expect free hot breakfast and wi-fi. "If planning a meeting or ...
Three Years After Filing Bankruptcy, Extended Stay America Files for Proposed IPO
Extended Stay America | July 22, 2013
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--Extended Stay America today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") relating to its proposed initial public offering. The offering will consist of common stock of Extended Stay America, Inc. and Class B common stock of ESH Hospitality, Inc., which will be attached and trade together as a unit. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the offering have not been determined. A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with the SEC, but has not yet become effective. These securities may not be sold, n...
Bryan Skelding Named Executive Chef at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia
The Greenbrier | July 22, 2013
White Sulphur Springs, WV - July 22, 2013: The Greenbrier, the historic American destination retreat in the foothills of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains, has announced the appointment of Bryan Skelding as its new Executive Chef, overseeing all 14 dining venues at the resort. Chef Skelding's relationship with The Greenbrier spans almost the length of his career. He joined The Greenbrier culinary brigade in 2002 as lead chef in the Tavern Room. After a stint at the famed L'Orangerie in Los Angeles, Skelding returned to West Virginia, and The Greenbrier, as Saucier. For almost two years, he managed all hot food production for the Main ...
Pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon to Open in the Kai Tak Area of Kowloon East
pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon | July 22, 2013
Pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon will open 5 August 2013 as the first international brand hotel in the fast-emerging Kai Tak area of Kowloon East. Just like pentahotels in Europe, the neighbourhood lifestyle pentahotel will be designed as a gathering spot for the local community and a home base for independent-minded travellers keen to discover the colourful surrounding neighbourhoods. The 32-storey pentahotel Hong Kong, Kowloon, a few minutes' walk from the Diamond Hill MTR station, will feature 695 practical, New York loft-style inspired guestrooms. The hotel's design will blend style with simplicity and comfort with convenience. Its con...
Xanterra Completes Phase 1 of Renovations of Yellowstone National Park’s Lake Yellowstone Hotel
Xanterra Parks & Resorts | July 22, 2013
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, July 21, 2013 - The oldest hotel in Yellowstone National Park, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, has received a bottom-up facelift - literally - that would make any grand dame of 122 years proud. The project, costing in excess of $10 million, included new lobby décor, major structural enhancements, the addition of an elevator, new business center and 43 renovated rooms, including four newly created suites in the west wing of the hotel. Xanterra Parks & Resorts' Yellowstone National Park Lodges, operator of the hotels, campgrounds, restaurants, tours and activities in the park, has been working since the day the hot...
Marshall Hotels & Resorts Selected as Management Firm for Three Hotel Properties
Marshall Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | July 22, 2013
SALISBURY, Md., July 22, 2013 - Marshall Hotels & Resorts, Inc., a leading hotel management and services company that operates properties nationwide, today announced that it added three hotel management contracts to its rapidly expanding portfolio, marking eight new additions this year. The new properties include the 187-room Holiday Inn Pittsburgh-Monroeville in Pa., the 197-room Lafayette Yard Hotel & Conference Center in Trenton, N.J., and the 440-room Ramada Kissimmee Maingate West in Fla. "While each of these hotels had very specific needs of their own, they all required an experienced management team to help them achieve thei...
California’s Holiday Inn Torrance Completes Property-Wide Renovation
Holiday Inn | July 22, 2013
TORRANCE, CA - July 22, 2013 - The Holiday Inn Torrance has announced the completion of a $4 million property-wide renovation. Included in the scope of work were all guest rooms and guest corridors, the hotel's Ginger Café and Ginger Lounge. Guest room areas received the greatest attention with new carpet, wall vinyl and comfort furniture. All rooms were installed with HDTV, HD entertainment programming and MP3 music player compatible clock radios. Guest bathrooms were totally renovated, featuring stone tub surrounds, marble floors, granite counter tops and all new fixtures. The Ginger Café was re-created as a contemporary Asian bistr...
