Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City to Undergo a Top-to-Bottom Renovation
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City | February 24th, 2023
Rancho Bernardo Inn Completes Guestroom Renovation
Rancho Bernardo Inn | February 24th, 2023
Columbia Sussex Completes Guestroom Renovation of The Westin Atlanta Airport
Columbia Sussex | September 29, 2021
ATLANTA, GA - September 29, 2021 - The Westin Atlanta Airport announces the completion of its full renovation of all 500 guest rooms, which included the appointment of new, comfortable furnishings, luxury finishes and upscale design elements. Owned and managed by Columbia Sussex, The Westin Atlanta Airport is extremely popular among groups, business travelers and leisure guests seeking accommodations with easy access to the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, while remaining in close proximity to downtown Atlanta and attractions such as Lakewood Amphitheater, Six Flags Over Georgia and Georgia International Convention Center...
Driftwood Capital Acquires Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico
Driftwood Capital | September 29, 2021
MIAMI, FL – September 29, 2021 – Driftwood Capital, a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment, development and lending platform specializing in hospitality, announces that it has acquired the Sheraton Old San Juan, a 240-room hotel and 27,500-square-foot retail complex in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Driftwood intends to undertake a full-scale renovation of the property and convert it to a Tribute By Marriott – making it the only branded hotel in the historic district. It will be managed by Driftwood Capital’s sister company, Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM), a national hotel operator with over 20 ye...
Here’s What It’s Like to Renovate a Hotel Amid a Pandemic
HotStats | September 28, 2021
Overseeing a large hotel renovation is no easy feat. Complicating matters: a pandemic. But that was the exact charge that faced Aaron Kaupp, Regional Vice President and General Manager at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah (formerly the Jumeirah Carlton Tower), when the hotel’s 18-month renovation wrapped up in July. The $137-million makeover, which necessitated that the hotel be closed, choking off all revenue streams, created a new foyer and reception, health club and spa, flagship restaurant, lobby bar and lounge, ballroom and meeting rooms. The Carlton Tower’s guest room count was also reduced from 216 to 186 to make way for larger acco...
Colorado’s Limelight Hotel Aspen Undergoing Renovation Ahead of November 2021 Season Opening
Limelight Hotel Aspen | September 17, 2021
Aspen, CO – September 17, 2021 – Following a six-month renovation, the Limelight Hotel Aspen will welcome guests at the start of the 2021/22 ski season in November of 2021. The beloved hotel in the heart of Aspen next to Wagner Park is currently undergoing a top-to-bottom refresh, which includes public spaces such as the Limelight Lounge, conference room, lobby, and bar, as well as all 126 guestrooms and suites and en-suite baths. Upgrades and improvements include a new arrival experience with the relocation of the reception desk and surrounding retail space, the addition of a Kids Club area, expanded seating for dining, as well as a rel...
Courtyard by Marriott Salt River Commences Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
CORNERSTONE COLLECTIVE | September 15, 2021
SCOTTSDALE, AZ — September 15, 2021 — Officials of The Cornerstone Collective today announced the multi-million-dollar renovation of the 158-room Courtyard by Marriott Salt River in Arizona. With a targeted completion date of Fall 2021, the renovation includes many custom elements and enhances brand standards by focusing on the hotel’s location on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. Owned by Ba’ag ceksan (Eagle Mark), LLC, the Courtyard is the first Marriott hotel built on tribal land in the United States. “While respecting the original design intent, our vision is to further elevate the property with desig...
The Driskill Hotel Unveils Completed Renovation of Guest Suites
The Driskill | September 10, 2021
AUSTIN, TX – September 10, 2021 – Historic and legendary Texas hotel, The Driskill, is thrilled to unveil the renovation of 14 guest suites on the historic side of the hotel, as part of an ongoing refresh of the entire property. A stylish testimony to modern Texas charm, the upgraded suites are now available to reserve. Located in the heart of downtown Austin at 604 Brazos St and equipped with 189 total guest rooms and signature suites, The Driskill has provided elegant accommodations, unparalleled luxury, world-class mixology, award-winning cuisine and live music almost every night of the week to guests, including presidents, through...
Safari Hotels & Conference Centre in Windhoek Joins Accor’s portfolio
Accor | August 31, 2021
WINDHOEK, Namibia, August 31, 2021/ -- Safari Hotels & Conference Centre, a prominent two-hotel complex in Windhoek, has become the first property in Namibia to join Accor’s (www.group.accor.com/en) portfolio. The iconic city resort, conveniently located next to Eros Airport and just 10 minutes from the city centre, features the 215-key Safari Court Hotel, the 199-key Safari Hotel, and the country’s most prominent conference centre, with 16 venues including a 1,600-square-metre ballroom catering to 2,400 delegates. This expansive hotel complex, considered the capital’s premier leisure and business destination, also offers swim...
San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter Undergoes Complete Renovation
San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter | August 19, 2021
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – August 19,2021 – The San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter, part of Marriott International Inc., is the go-to destination for meetings and events in the heart of San Antonio on the famed San Antonio River Walk. The property recently underwent extensive renovations, adding even more value for guests looking to plan their next gathering. “Our top-to-bottom renovations have touched every aspect of the property, from redesigned guest rooms to new dining concepts and even additional meeting space,” said Loris Menfi, General Manager. “We are so pleased to help guests create memorable experiences in the heart of ...
Landmark Hospitality Relaunches Iconic Logan Inn Following Expansion and Renovation
Landmark Hospitality | August 11, 2021
NEW HOPE, PA – August 11, 2021 – Landmark Hospitality announces the opening of the Logan Inn in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Established in 1727 and steeped in tradition, the Logan Inn stands as the oldest operating inn in America. After two years of construction, Landmark Hospitality completed an expansion and renovation of the property, transforming it into a boutique hotel experience and curated entertainment for travelers and locals. The revitalized inn joins Landmark Hospitality’s diverse portfolio of adaptive reuse projects across the tri-state area. “Central to our mission was maintaining the original craftsmanship while in...
Remington Hotels Unveils Renovation of the Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel and Conference Center
REMINGTON HOTELS | August 9, 2021
DALLAS – August 9, 2021 – Remington Hotels recently completed a full-scale renovation of the Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel and Conference Center in Marietta, Ga. led by sister design firm Premier Project Management. The $15 million project includes reimagined guestrooms, conference spaces, common areas and dining outlets. Set on a picturesque golf course reminiscent of a Southern style country club, the 200-key Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel and Conference Center offers ideal accommodations and amenities for business and leisure travelers alike. While preserving the quintessential colonial exterior, the top to bottom update brings ...
Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco Debuts Property Expansion
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco | August 4, 2021
Today, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is pleased to unveil a highly anticipated expansion, the launch of 19 newly designed private suites. With the introduction of the new suites, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco has grown to offer 53 guest accommodations including 42 ultra-luxury suites and 11 one-of-a-kind private villas. Furthermore, for the first time, the full property will remain open for an extended season, allowing guests more time to enjoy these new accommodations and resort experiences through the fall and festive period. A highly unique and celebrated estate founded by Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco embod...
Sunseeker Resorts Resumes Construction of Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor
Allegiant – Together We Fly | August 3, 2021
PUNTA GORDA, Fl - Aug. 3, 2021 - Allegiant Travel Company today announced construction on Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor will resume this month. The announcement was made by Allegiant President John Redmond at a press conference on the resort's construction site in Charlotte County, Fla. Construction on the project – a first-of-its-kind destination resort in southwest Florida – was suspended by the company in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its outsized impact on the travel and hospitality industries. "When we first announced a temporary pause in construction, we always envisioned restarting within 18 months....
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort Embarks on Expansive Renovation Plan to Debut November 2021
Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort | August 2, 2021
SOUFRIÈRE, Saint Lucia – August 2, 2021 – November 2021 will mark a new chapter for Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, an iconic Caribbean destination located on the shores of the picturesque St. Lucia coastline. Embarking on a five-month closure beginning June 1, the property will reopen its doors November 1 with an enhanced guest experience through a variety of property renovations and experiential upgrades. Set to debut are nine accommodations, a plethora of upgraded culinary outlets, brand-new beachside fitness facility and expansive amenity enhancements including a refreshed spa and new main pool area. “We are excited to ...
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa Unveils MultiMillion-Dollar Guestroom Renovation
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines | July 29, 2021
Bastrop, Texas (July 28, 2021) – Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, located on 405 acres of Texas landscape lining the Colorado River right outside of Austin and near the city of Bastrop, unveils a multi-million-dollar guestroom renovation. The revitalization was conducted by Stonehill Taylor, a premier hospitality-focused architecture and interior design firm, and features a complete transformation of the hotel’s 434 guestrooms and 56 suites. “We are thrilled to announce the completion of an extensive renovation to our guestrooms and suites, and look forward to introducing the new Lost Pines experience to our guests,” said...
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail Completes Phased Resort Enhancement Project
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail | July 28, 2021
VAIL, CO – July 28, 2021 – The luxury hospitality leader in the Vail Valley, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail will complete its highly anticipated resort enhancement project mid-summer, 2021. The premier year-round property has been completely reimagined, creating a fresh interpretation of the grand alpine resort, with a refined, contemporary finish. The Resort will continue to be the place for both locals and visitors alike seeking the sophistication of the Four Seasons brand while enjoying the legendary setting in Vail Village. "We are delighted with how the results of our enhancement project – it has truly elevated our...
Riu Tikida Garden Hotel Reopens Following Complete Renovation
RIU | July 21, 2021
The RIU chain and Tikida group have just reopened the Riu Tikida Garden hotel following a complete refurbishment of all its facilities. The presentation of this striking hotel’s refurbishment has been months in the waiting, and it is now the most updated and sophisticated option offered by RIU and Tikida in Marrakesh. It also completes the reopening of all their hotels in the country. Its customers can enjoy the excellent service provided by RIU surrounded by completely new facilities. This opening is great news for both groups, as it is the last of their six hotels to reopen. The others — three in Agadir, two in Marrakesh and ...
South Florida’s iconic Boca Raton Resort & Club to Undergo $175 Million Renovation
The Boca Raton | July 15, 2021
BOCA RATON, Fl - July 15, 2021 - South Florida's iconic Boca Raton Resort & Club announces the most significant evolution in its history, and its new-again name —The Boca Raton. For over four decades, from 1944 to 1988, The Boca Raton name signified a luxurious lifestyle unmatched worldwide. Over the coming months, The Boca Raton will usher in an entirely new perspective on travel, A New Golden Era. A New Golden Era at The Boca Raton and The Boca Raton Club promises an unrivaled destination beginning with a $175 million Phase One physical transformation to be unveiled during Winter 2021/2022. There will be bespoke enhancement...
The Lodge at Sonoma, Autograph Collection, Unveils Property-Wide Transformation
Autograph Collection Hotels | July 8, 2021
SONOMA, Calif. – July 8, 2021 – Surrounded by the serene hills of Sonoma in the heart of wine country, The Lodge at Sonoma, an Autograph Collection hotel, is pleased to unveil a property-wide transformation and new chapter in the charming resort’s evolution. Through a careful combination of heartfelt design and authentic sense of place, the transformed Lodge at Sonoma embodies the deeply rooted spirit of Sonoma. The hotel joins Marriott International’s Autograph Collection, a group of more than 200 hotels around the world hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality. Intentional, Sa...
The Alfond Inn at Rollins to Break Ground on Expansion
The Alfond Inn at Rollins | June 29, 2021
Winter Park, Florida – June 29, 2021 – The Alfond Inn at Rollins, the award-winning boutique hotel in the heart of historic Winter Park, has announced that it intends to break ground on a much-anticipated expansion this summer. Owned by neighboring Rollins College, a private coeducational liberal arts college in Winter Park, Florida, The Alfond Inn at Rollins is a unique luxury property. The hotel directs net operating income to The Alfond Scholars Program and has given away millions of dollars in full scholarships to Rollins College since 2013. “The vision and mission of The Alfond Inn are so inspired, we are thrilled to extend t...
The Quin by Hilton Club Reopens Following Year-Long $50 Million Renovation
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. | June 28, 2021
ORLANDO, Fla. – June 28, 2021 – Hilton Grand Vacations, which pioneered the urban timeshare concept in New York City, is raising the bar once again with a new flagship property, The Quin by Hilton Club. The Quin, located on “Billionaire’s Row” at the corner of Sixth Avenue and 57th Street, re-opened on June 28, 2021, as a best-in-class timeshare property following an over $50 million top-to-bottom renovation. The Quin’s transformation, combined with HGV’s anticipated summer 2021 opening of The Central at 5thby Hilton Club, located on East 48th Street, demonstrates HGV’s commitment to New York and the increasingly significan...
Thon Hotel Brussels Airport to Complete Renovation by End of 2021
Thon Hotels | June 25, 2021
BRUSSELS - June 25, 2021 - Thon Hotel Brussels Airport announces the end of a full renovation of the property by the end of 2021. Located 5 minutes from Brussels National Airport and the NATO headquarters and only 15 minutes from the city centre of Brussels, Thon Hotel Brussels Airport is ideally located for both business and leisure travellers. The hotel is part of the Norwegian hotel chain, Thon Hotels, which recently aligned their brand with the motto “Add colour to your day”. The Thon Hotel Brussels Airport is one of the latest properties that has undergone a change in comfort and style to ensure the best possible stay for t...
Sandals Royal Bahamian Expands Renovation Project, Revises Opening Date
Sandals® Resorts | June 23, 2021
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA – June 21, 2021 – Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced today an expansion of the existing multi-million-dollar renovation of Sandals Royal Bahamian, the brand’s award-winning hotel, spa and private island located in Nassau, Bahamas, with plans to reopen January 27, 2022. In addition to the already-announced iconic river suites and refurbishment of over 200 rooms and suites, Sandals Royal Bahamian will unveil an innovative new concept, Coconut Grove, an expansive lounge area that extends the beach vibes to the center of the resort. Shaded by coconut palms, the new setting will feature an immediate conne...
Harrah’s Las Vegas Unveils a $200 Million Renovation, Including Enhanced Accommodations, Casino Floor and More
Harrah's Las Vegas | June 14, 2021
LAS VEGAS - June 14, 2021 - Following a completed investment of more than $200 million, Harrah's Las Vegas now features 2,542 redesigned guest rooms, a complete casino floor remodel and two new LED marquees at the north and south entrances. Guests can also enjoy a variety of hotel, dining and entertainment offerings including The Spa at Harrah's Las Vegas, PizzaCake by Buddy Valastro and Donny Osmond's first-ever solo residency. Additionally, the center-Strip resort provides convenient, direct access to CAESARS FORUM Conference Center. To commemorate the resort's recent enhancements, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Ha...
Universal Hotels Opens Hotel Florida Magaluf in Majorca Following Complete Renovation
June 10, 2021
PALMA DE MALLORCA, Spain - June 10, 2021 - Universal Hotels has opened the Hotel Florida Magaluf in Majorca, a new concept of flagship hotel which, following a complete renovation, will be one aspect of the company's new brand structure. The hotel was designed to be a place where guests can have a 360º holiday experience on the seafront, with music, organic and sustainable elements and gastronomy as fundamental pillars. With nearly 75 years of history, the Universal group offers a space aimed at young people, who use social media and are keen to socialise, have fun and enjoy new experiences in harmony with the environment, with reusabl...
