Rio Grande, Puerto Rico — The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Anja Frankenbach as General Manager. With over 20 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Anja brings a wealth of knowledge to her new role at the beloved St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort.
“I am honored to be at the helm of The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, a property I have long admired during my tenure with Marriott International,” said General Manager Anja Frankenbach. “The resort has set the benchmark for hospitality in Puerto Rico, and I look forward to leading our team as we carry on the property’s legacy as the most glamorous address in the Caribbean.”
A seasoned and respected leader in the luxury hospitality arena, Anja began her career with Marriott International in 2002 at Hotel Arts Barcelona. Growing with the brand, she gained valued experience with positions at international locations from Europe to Latin America to Asia. Anja comes to the property from The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, where she served as the General Manager. Prior to joining The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, Anja served as the General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton Santiago, Chile. She has held additional roles including: Food & Beverage Director at Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Krabi, Food & Beverage Manager at Abama Golf & Spa Resort, The Ritz-Carlton, Tenerife, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager at Hotel Arts, The Ritz-Carlton, Barcelona, and more.
Ideally located on a former coconut plantation and situated between the El Yunque National Forest and Espíritu Santo River State Preserve, The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is set on 483 pristine acres. The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort offers 139 guest rooms and suites, each featuring private terraces with breathtaking ocean and garden views. The resort also boasts private bird sanctuaries, an on-site “green team” led by a marine biologist, multiple dining outlets, St. Regis’ legendary Butler Service, an ocean-front golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., and an Iridium Spa. Guests can relax by the pool, sunbathe on the beach, or choose from a wide range of activities, including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing, fishing, nature walks, hiking, biking, tennis, and more.
