Luc Delafosse has been appointed Managing Director at Hilton
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, the highly-anticipated luxury hotel set to open in early 2017, is excited to announce that Luc Delafosse has been appointed to the position of managing director for the iconic brand’s debut in Beverly Hills. In his newly created role, Delafosse will oversee the hotel’s day-to-day operations, as well as all aspects of the property’s creative direction, unprecedented luxury experience, and Personal Concierge service. In bringing one of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands to Beverly Hills, Delafosse will be instrumental in continuing the elegant, signature True Waldorf Service, while introducing seamless digital touches that enhance the guest experience. Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills’ clean, contemporary design, which draws its inspiration from the rich history of California's Streamlined Moderne style, will deliver a combination of luxury and ease that has never existed before. Delafosse brings over three decades of experience working with international luxury hospitality brands. Most recently, he served as general manager and managing director of Hotel de Crillon in Paris, France. Prior to that, he held the position of head of hotels for Capital Construction & Development in London, preceded by four years at Burj Al Arab in Dubai and seven years at The Ritz London. A graduate of Brevet de Technicien Hotelier and Ealing University, Delafosse has held significant management and operations positions with established luxury hotel brands including Hotel Mirabeau and Le Touquet France.
