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Pacific Hotel Austin Opens Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown in Texas
Azul Hospitality Group | October 19, 2023
AUSTIN, TEXAS — October 2023. Pacific Hotel Austin LLC today announced the opening of Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown, a new downtown upscale hotel at 68 East Avenue adjacent to the Rainey Street Historic District. Pacific Hotel Austin developed and owns the property, which is managed by Azul Hospitality Group. The hotel is now accepting reservations and will open its doors to the public on October 19. “Developing this project in Austin is nostalgic and emotionally satisfying for us,” said Pacific Hotel Austin Principal Andrew Wood, who co-owns the Cambria with his brother, David, who is also a Pacific Hotel Austin principal. “We att...
Azul Hospitality Group Promotes Alvaro Fraile to Chief Executive Officer and Mark Crisci to President
Azul Hospitality Group | September 14, 2023
San Diego, CA, September 14, 2023 — Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset's performance, announced today the promotions of Alvaro Fraile to Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Crisci to President of the organization. Fraile joined the company in 2021 as Chief Operating Officer. He previously held senior positions with AC Hotels and Marriott International. He will provide oversight for all of Azul's hospitality-related operations. Crisci joined the company in 2014 as Chief Investment Officer. He previously held senior positions with several hospitality management firms and...
Aloft Denver Downtown Reopens Following Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Aloft Denver Downtown | September 11, 2023
Denver, CO (September 11, 2023) – Aloft Denver Downtown has officially reopened, unveiling an approximately $3 million makeover, boasting updated guest room accommodations, lobby, food and beverage spaces, fitness center, social lounge, and more. The 140-room hotel is designed for the modern traveler who craves a vibrant social scene and smart style at an accessible rate. The property is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Denver, just steps away from the Colorado Convention Center, 16th Street Mall, and Colorado State Capitol, and is approximately 20 miles from the Denver International Airport. Part of Aloft Hotels®, Marrio...
Dual-Branded Le Méridien and Element Salt Lake City Downtown to Open Mid-January 2023
Le Méridien and Element Salt Lake City Downtown | December 6, 2022
Salt Lake City, UT (December 6, 2022) – The Ritchie Group, a Salt Lake City based development group, announced today that Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown and Element Salt Lake City Downtown will open mid-January 2023. This is the first dual-pad property in Salt Lake City, as well as the first Le Méridien and Element combination of Marriott brands. Additionally, this is the first Le Méridien in the state of Utah and the first hotel with a full-scale rooftop bar in the market. Salt Lake City’s newest property is managed by Azul Hospitality Group, a San Diego-based hospitality management platform that provides an innovative a...
New Renaissance Saint Elm Dallas Downtown Hotel Set to Open in Texas
Renaissance Saint Elm Dallas Downtown Hotel | February 23, 2022
Dallas, TX – February 23, 2022 – Renaissance Saint Elm Dallas Downtown Hotel opens its doors on Friday, February 25, 2022. The hotel’s distinctive architectural and artistic style features high and low juxtaposition elements imbued with a sense of clever theatricality. There are 177 guest rooms and suites, a signature restaurant - Brasserie Toussaint - featuring an elegant yet casual take on French cuisine with a touch of Asian flare; Café Toussaint, a 24/7 fitness center and 5,600 square feet of meeting and event space. The property is owned by developer John Kirtland and managed by Azul Hospitality Group, a San Diego based hos...
Azul Hospitality Group Names Alvaro Fraile as Chief Operating Officer
Azul Hospitality Group | October 12, 2021
San Diego, CA — October 12, 2021 — Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset’s performance, announced today that Alvaro Fraile will be joining the company as Chief Operating Officer. Fraile will report directly to Azul President and CEO Rick Mansur. "We are excited to have Alvaro join Azul, as he is a highly regarded industry professional whose leadership and management style will further enhance our strategic objectives and help drive results for our partners and clients," said Rick Mansur, President and CEO of Azul Hospitality Group. Fraile joins ...
Azul Hospitality Adds Seaview Investor Hotels to Management Portfolio
Azul Hospitality Group | July 14, 2021
San Diego, CA — July 14, 2021 — Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing an innovative approach to maximizing performance, announced today that they have added all eight Seaview Investor hotels to their growing portfolio of managed assets. "Azul's success is due in large part to our strategic partnerships," said Rick Mansur, President, and CEO, Azul Hospitality Group. "We are honored to have a leading investor like Seaview as a partner. With the improving industry conditions, along with our ability to drive efficient and innovative hospitality operations, we are confident that we will maximize their investment retu...
Hotel Lulu Opens in California Following Renovation and Rebranding
Hotel Lulu | May 26, 2021
Anaheim, CA (May 26, 2021) – Hotel Lulu, a quintessential California hotel nestled in the heart of Anaheim, opens its doors on May 14, 2021. Ideally located just steps from Disneyland® and minutes from Anaheim Convention Center, this welcoming and playful property boasts laidback California design details with a modern twist. Outfitted with 310 guestrooms, Hotel Lulu features signature restaurant Lulu’s Kitchen; the new Lulu’s Coffee, serving Intelligentsia Coffee; a beautiful outdoor pool; 24/7 fitness center; 5,400 square feet of meeting and event space; and an onsite Disneyland® Insiders team. The hotel is managed by Azul Hos...