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Concord Hospitality Completes Major Exterior Renovation At SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel management and development company, is excited to announce the completion of a comprehensive exterior renovation at its SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU property. The hotel has received Marriott's official Property Improvement Plan (PIP) stamp of approval, following a series of upgrades that enhance both its aesthetics and functionality. The renovation, which began in July 2024, has revitalized the hotel with a modernized façade, refreshed landscaping, and updated signage, all in line with Marriott's current branding standards. The property's parking areas have also been repaired, resealed, and restriped, ensuring a smooth experience for guests.

SpringHill Suites
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Opening

Rockbridge and Makeready Open The Junto in Columbus, Ohio

Rockbridge and Makeready announce the grand opening of The Junto. The highly anticipated independent lifestyle hotel promises to be a dynamic hub to bring people together within the Columbus community. Nestled 'a little west' of downtown and steps away from Franklinton, known for its flourishing art scene, and rich historical heritage, The Junto elevates the city's innovative spirit to new heights.

Makeready
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Appointment

Christian Kraul-Rodriguez has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Junto

Makeready, the hospitality company that concepts, manages, andoperates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands, recently named Christian Kraul-Rodriguez as Director of Sales and Marketing for its new independent lifestyle property in Columbus, Ohio, The Junto. Kraul-Rodriguez joins the team after serving most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Viking Hotel (Davidson Hotels) located in Newport, Rhode Island.As Director of Sales and Marketing, Kraul-Rodriguez will lead the independent brand strategy, drive deep partnerships within the community, while building a strong team focused on connection, culture and driving the revenue strategy for The Junto and its wide variety of experiences and offerings.

Makeready
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Pipeline

Rockbridge and Makeready Announce Opening for The Junto

Rockbridge and Makeready are proud to announce The Junto will open May 2023 in Columbus, Ohio and is now welcoming reservations. Known for its vibrant art scene, expanding tech industry and historical contributions, Columbus is undergoing an energetic transformation. Beginning in May, Ohio's capital city will welcome its first independent lifestyle hotel to match its innovative energy.

Makeready
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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Hotel Equities Celebrates Official Opening Of Hyatt Place Columbus/Polaris

Today, Hotel Equities ("HE") announced the Hyatt Place Columbus / Polaris hotel is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand's footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand's intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. Witness Investments owns and developed the project and Hotel Equities operates the hotel.

Hyatt Place
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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Sebastian La Rocca has been appointed as Executive Chef of Restaurants at Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown has named globally-renowned Chef Sebastian La Rocca, as Executive Chef of Restaurants for FYR, Spark, and Stories on High, the three-anchor food and beverage concepts set to open this fall as part of the hotel's second tower expansion. Hilton Columbus Downtown will be the largest hotel in Ohio, with 1,000 rooms.

Hilton
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Appointment

John Hickey has been appointed as General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington

Commonwealth Hotels announced today that John Hickey has been appointed the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington. Mr. Hickey brings over 12 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the dual general manager of the Courtyard and Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Grove City, Ohio.

Commonwealth Hotels, LLC
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Opening

Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North Announces Opening

Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North proudly celebrates the new-build hotel's opening today. The extended-stay hotel is ideally located just across the from R&D giant Battelle and adjacent to Columbus' vibrant Short North Arts District, Victorian Village and The Ohio State University. The 152-room property features 104 suites and 48 den guestrooms with rates starting at $129 per night. An impressive 2,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and well-designed indoor and outdoor breakout options, offer a much-needed meeting and event venue in the OSU-Short North neighborhood.

Hyatt House
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Opening

AC Hotel Columbus Downtown Debuts As The First Hotel To Open On Broadway In Uptown Columbus, Georgia

AC Hotels by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced the opening of the AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, located in the vibrant Uptown district of Columbus, Georgia. This six-story property is a design-driven lifestyle hotel featuring 125 guest rooms, engaging communal spaces and an extensive bar featuring custom-curated cocktails.

AC Hotels by Marriott
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Opening

Olshan Properties Announces Opening Of New Aloft Hotel At Easton Town Center, Columbus Oh

Olshan Properties, one of the country's leading private owners, developers and operators of commercial real estate, together with Easton's master developer The Georgetown Company, announces the opening of a new, 136-key, Aloft Hotel located at the gateway to the vibrant New District of the Easton Town Center in Columbus, OH. The new Aloft hotel is Olshan's fourth such property at Easton and now becomes part of Olshan's expansive national hotel portfolio.

Olshan Properties
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Appointment

Maxwell Chick has been appointed as Assistant General Manager at AC Hotel Columbus Downtown

Born and raised in Columbus, Chick began his hospitality career with Marriott International where he recently opened the AC Hotel Charlotte SouthPark as Assistant General Manager. In his new role at AC Columbus, Chick will be responsible for assisting with the management of daily operations, staff development, budgeting and financial planning, increasing sales and revenue and ensuring guest satisfaction. Chick is an avid sports fan, loves a competitive board game and is always searching for the best place in town for a sandwich.

Concord
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Appointment

Lisa Garner has been appointed as General Manager at AC Hotel Columbus Downtown

Garner brings more than 30 years of industry knowledge and experience to the AC Columbus team. She joined Concord Hospitality in 2017 as Dual General Manager of the Marriott Columbus University Area and Residence Inn Columbus University Area hotels. She will continue to oversee these properties in addition to the AC Columbus as Area General Manager. Prior to joining Concord Hospitality, Garner served as General Manager at Winegardner and Hammons Inc. for more than 20 years. She is actively involved with several organizations and committees focused on the hospitality industry and civic responsibility, including the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association, The Ohio State University Hospitality Program and Experience Columbus. In between juggling multiple hotel properties, Garner enjoys family time, sports, cooking and outdoor activities.

Concord
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Opening

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus West Opens

Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus West in Hilliard, Ohio. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 107 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus West complements the ongoing economic growth and appeal of Hilliard.

Home2 Suites
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Development Groundbreaking

Olshan Properties Breaks Ground On New Aloft Hotel At Easton Town Center, Columbus, Oh

Olshan Properties, one of the country's leading private owners, developers and operators of commercial real estate, today announced that it has broken ground on a new, 136-key Aloft Hotel at Easton Town Center located in Columbus, OH. The new Aloft will become Olshan's fourth hotel at Easton and part of the company's large national hotel portfolio.

Olshan Properties
Columbus, Ohio, United States