VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA | Bringing a wealth of leadership and hospitality industry experience, Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia is pleased announce the appointment of Peter Nielsen as General Manager of Victoria’s new Oswego Hotel.

Nielsen has worked in various capacities in numerous hotels throughout B.C. including the Poet’s Cove Resort and Spa on Pender Island and The Fairmont Chateau Whistler in Whistler. Most recently Nielsen was the General Manager at Cedarwood Inn and Suites in Sidney overseeing the operation of the hotel.

“We are thrilled to have Peter lead the team at The Oswego Hotel,” says Mike Duggan, President of Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia. “His knowledge and experience will certainly add to the high level of guest experience that we will be striving for at the Oswego.”

Set to open in April 2007, the 80-suite contemporary Oswego Hotel will be unlike any other hotel in the area offering guests all the amenities and personalized services of an elegant boutique hotel with the added bonus of fully equipped gourmet kitchens. Located steps from Victoria’s famed Inner Harbour, downtown and the stately legislative buildings, The Oswego Hotel will be the perfect alternative for both business and pleasure travellers.

For more information or to make reservations, call The Oswego Hotel reservations line at 1-866-602-1447 or visit www.oswegovictoria.com.