With A Multi-million Dollar Renovation Underway, Lansdowne Resort and Spa Welcomes Luxury Hospitality Expert to the Team
Leesburg, VA – April 6, 2016 – At the culmination of the 25th anniversary year, Lansdowne Resort and Spa, A Destination Hotel announces Michael Stephens as the NEW Managing Director. Exclusively chosen for his hospitality intellect and diverse portfolio, Stephens joins the Destination Hotels team with more than three decades of experience managing hotels and resorts in the United States and around the world.
In his most recent role, Stephens successfully managed the Grand Hyatt São Paulo, Brazil, a Five Star luxury hotel in the heart of the financial district. Prior to Grand Hyatt, Stephens played an integral role with the development and opening of Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, Hawaii and has managed properties such as Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Grand Hyatt DFW and Hyatt Regency Lexington, to name a few.
“Stephens’ distinguished background in hotels, coupled with his international acumen in the hospitality industry makes him the ideal candidate for Lansdowne as we go through our 25th anniversary year,” said Mark Jennings, Senior Vice President of Operations, Eastern Region. “Stephens will play a crucial role in the renovations to the guestrooms, food and beverage outlets, and spa throughout 2016, further solidifying Lansdowne Resort and Spa’s position as a world class travel destination in Northern Virginia.”
Stephens, who grew up in Miami, Florida, is a graduate of Miami Dade Community College, and attended Florida International University. He currently resides in Loudoun County with his wife Victoria. During his free time, Stephens has a passion for food, wine, and music of all kinds. Additionally, he is the proud father of three adult children, who reside in Dallas, Texas.
The appointment of Stephens as Managing Director brings his all-encompassing hospitality knowledge to the sophisticated-yet-approachable Lansdowne Resort and Spa destination. His extensive skillset will make this natural oasis the optimal retreat for both the business executive and the experiential traveler craving the perfect blend of effortless travel and exceptional service, coupled with unrivalled convenience. Stephens will curate the Lansdowne experience, providing a new lifestyle for even the most discerning traveler that never fails to leave guests feeling inspired and enriched.
As the gateway into the Virginia Wine Country, Lansdowne Resort and Spa encourages guests to live “The Good Life” by offering extensive resources and amenities with expert training dedicated to elevating guest service levels. Nationally renowned for its premium amenities, including 45 holes of championship golf, a full-service luxury spa, five swimming pools, a state-of-the-art health and fitness center and a multitude of dining options located throughout the property. The resort is recognized as a Mid-Atlantic premier conference destination with over 55,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including 37 centrally organized meeting rooms, a 9,525 square foot Grand Ballroom, a 3,293 square foot Terrace Ballroom, and a 120-seat amphitheater.
Lansdowne Resort and Spa is the area’s only full-service, four-diamond resort, making it the ideal destination of choice for romantic getaways, weddings, corporate and association conferences and retreats, golf outings, business travelers, as well as families. Like all properties in the Destination Hotels collection, Lansdowne Resort and Spa offers authentically-immersed experiences that are true to its place.
For more information, please visit www.lansdowneresort.com
