LOS OLIVOS, CALIF. (February 21, 2024) – The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resort Collection, a historic landmark turned luxury destination in Los Olivos, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joern Schwaiger as General Manager. A seasoned hospitality veteran with over 20 years of luxury hotel experience, Joern will oversee all operations for the 6.5 acre property.
Prior to The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Joern opened luxury hotels around the world, from Dubai to Beijing and Manila, as well as reopening the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York. He’s worked with brands worldwide such as Fairmont Hotels and Resorts and Raffles Hotels, most recently as the Director of Operations at the Triple Forbes Five Star, Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego.
“The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern is a very special landmark that has remained at the heart of the community for hundreds of years,” said Joern Schwaiger. “I am looking forward to experiencing the traditions, stories and memories that have been created here over many years, and having the opportunity to create new ones for the current generation.”
The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern features 67 luxury guest rooms and cottages that blend the simplicity of modern farmhouse design with the eclectic style of nearby ranch life. Set on a historic piece of land populated with old-growth palm trees and close to the many nearby vineyards, the hotel originally served as a popular stagecoach stop. Considered the social center of the Santa Ynez Valley through the 1930s, the property has remained a lively local landmark, revered and enjoyed for generations. On property, guests can enjoy a culinary program that elevates the Central Coast and celebrates the seasonal flavors of Los Olivos at an open-air destination restaurant. The Inn also includes an outdoor pool with a welcoming poolside bar, cabanas and firepits, and modern indoor-outdoor event spaces that perfectly suit weddings and other gatherings that desire a sophisticated, country-inspired setting.
Born and raised in Karlshruhe, Germany, Joern’s passion for hospitality and different cultures has taken him through North America, the Middle East, and Asia, before returning to the United States. He is an avid sports fan, loves the outdoors, and enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.
For more information on The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, please visit https://aubergeresorts.com/matteistavern/
