Modus Hotels’ East Nashville Property Appoints Hospitality Veteran for Leadership
Nashville, Tennessee (May 16, 2024) – Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Avi Niego as the new general manager. With over 18 years of leadership in the hospitality industry, Niego brings a wealth of experience managing lifestyle hotels, mixed-use properties, and innovative food and beverage concepts across the country. In his new role, Niego will cultivate an atmosphere that celebrates the hyperlocal community of East Nashville, positioning Waymore’s as the premier destination in the heart of Nashville’s culturally diverse and eclectic scene.
“I am thrilled to join the team at Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club and contribute to a hotel that celebrates the cultural tapestry of East Nashville,” said Avi Niego, general manager, Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club. “I look forward to leading our team in creating unforgettable experiences for guests and locals alike, solidifying Waymore’s as a cornerstone of East Nashville.”
Niego’s proven professional success includes serving as General Manager of Nashville’s Bobby Hotel, which achieved the AAA Four Diamond Award shortly after opening and earned a spot on USA Today’s list of “The Top 10 Best New Hotels in North America.” He also served as the director of hotel operations at Hotel ZaZa Dallas, as well as area general manager of NYLO Hotels in Texas. Most recently, Niego oversaw 1,200+ rooms of mixed-use multi-family and hotel space as vice president of operations at Akara Partners.
Boasting an MBA in Global Leadership Management and a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Johnson & Wales University, Niego is poised to lead Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club into a new chapter of excellence. As general manager, Niego will leverage his nearly 20 years of experience in the industry on behalf of Waymore’s, enhancing hotel performance and taking an innovative approach to hospitality. His expertise in enhancing guest experiences through live music and space activation makes him an effortless fit for his new role.
A member of PM Hotel Group’s luxury and lifestyle collection Modus Hotels, Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club offers 93 pet-friendly guest rooms, suites and bungalows, with diverse arrangements that accommodate groups of different sizes and meet a range of travelers’ needs. In addition to Waymore’s All Day Café and expansive indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, the hotel is set to introduce a new rooftop bar boasting panoramic, unparalleled views of the Nashville skyline this summer.
For more information on Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club, visit waymoresnashville.com.
