Highline Hospitality Partners (HHP), the hospitality investment platform launched by Highline Real Estate Partners (HREP), has added its fourth property with the acquisition of the 970-room Kansas City Marriott Hotel Downtown in Missouri and tapped Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading global hospitality company, to manage the property.
Amid a worldwide pandemic, the lodging industry faced a downturn that was greater than the past two lodging-market declines combined; fortunately, most markets have begun to recover in both occupancy and average daily rate (ADR). Prior to the pandemic, Kansas City had undergone an extended period of strong economic growth, with the urban core amid redevelopment and revitalization.
Shinola Hotel in Detroit has installed an "I Voted" vitrine in the lobby showcasing Shinola's I Voted Detrola watch in partnership with I am a voter.® along with a QR code that will bring guests to the resources they need to get themselves registered, informed, and prepared for the polls. Signage and flags will be displayed throughout the hotel and both guests and the public will be encouraged to utilize the resource from now leading up to election day. The hotel is also supporting their team by offering staff a paid holiday on November 3rd, assistance with voting registration, mail in ballots and district voting information.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hotel Kansas City as a part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand. Located in the iconic Kansas City Club building, this space will serve as Kansas City's newest lifestyle boutique hotel. Hotel Kansas City's addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand marks 22 hotels globally - a program launched in 2016 with experiences that inspire guests to create their own stories and offers elevated yet unscripted service.
Best Western Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its newest upscale property, the Best Western Premier Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel. The newly renovated hotel opened its doors to guests as a Best Western Premier property offering modern décor, upscale amenities and superior service travelers have come to trust from the Best Western Premier Brand.
Marriott International announced that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Kansas City, Missouri opened on Tuesday, November 19. The 103-suite hotel, located at 4400 North Randolph Road, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by KMG Hotels and managed by Park Hospitality, LLC.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has awarded franchise agreements to Lloyd Hospitality to develop new Cambria hotel in Kansas City, Missouri.
The Hotel Group (THG), a leading national hotel management and investment company, announced today the completion of the Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown's transformational renovation.
The Chateau Avalon, winner of the Kansas City Visitors Choice award for six straight years, is the latest addition to the Ascend Hotel Collection's portfolio of resort, boutique and historic hotels. The award-winning property is celebrated for its personalized service, upscale touches, and unique suites that allow visitors to experience regions of the world without a passport.
Marriott International announced today that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Kansas City Country Club District is scheduled to open on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. The 96-suite hotel, located at 4500 Madison Avenue, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by MHG Hotels, LLC of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) Hampton by Hilton, the global upper-midscale brand known for its commitment to providing unmatched guest service, today announced the opening of its newest property, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kansas City Downtown Crossroads in Kansas City, Missouri. Owned by KC Crossroads Hospitality, developed by Windsor Aughtry Company and managed by Hospitality America, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kansas City Downtown Crossroads features 132 spacious rooms and offers travelers value-added amenities with the spirit of Hamptonality.
The Fontaine, A Kansas City Hotel announces the appointment of Jenna Phillips as associate director of sales.
The Fontaine, A Kansas City Hotel announces the appointment of Rick Oberdahloff as director of sales & marketing. In his new role, Oberdahloff will oversee all sales and marketing operations for The Fontaine, including the development and implementation of creative strategies.
Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton announces the appointment of Brent Grider to Director of Food & Beverage. In this role, Grider oversees food and beverage operations which includes the hotel's three outlets - Tavernonna Italian Kitchen, P.S. Speakeasy cocktail parlor, and Kilo Charlie A Coffee Story by Parisi; room service; and over 7,000 sq. ft. of event space.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City Plaza, owned by Park Hotels & Resorts and managed by Hilton Management Services, today announced Levi Seidensticker has been appointed as the hotel's new general manager. Embassy Suites by Hilton is a global brand of upscale, all-suite hotels from Hilton. In his new role, Seindensticker will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the 266-suite hotel including guest services, hotel administration and marketing efforts. A 15-year hospitality veteran, Seindensticker began his career in hospitality at Hilton Austin. He later held positions at El Conquistador Tucson, a Hilton Resort, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Austin and Crowne Plaza Kansas City Downtown. Most recently, Seidensticker served as Assistant General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City Overland Park. He is also a member of the Kansas City Hotel and Lodging Association and Visit Overland Park hotel committee.
Aparium Hotel Group today announces the October 2018 opening of the Crossroads Hotel. Located in the former bottling and distribution plant for the Pabst Brewing Company and the adjacent former offices of Tom Pendergast, the hotel will rise four stories at the center of the burgeoning Crossroads Arts District. The 131-key hotel will also bring multiple food & beverage concepts including Lazia, a modern Italian Steakhouse; Percheron, an energetic indoor/outdoor rooftop beer garden, and XR, an all-day casual eatery and bar.
-In the early 1900s, the Savoy Hotel and Grill was a luxury destination for travelers who arrived in Kansas City by train.
Davidson Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of The Fontaine - A Kansas City Hotel to its flourishing portfolio. Centrally located in Kansas City's finest upscale shopping district, Country Club Plaza, The Fontaine features 132 artfully designed rooms averaging over 400 square feet of space and luxuriously high-end finishes.
RobertDouglas announced today that it advised VanTrust Real Estate LLC on the sale of Hotel Sorella Country Club Plaza. Hotel Sorella was acquired by a partnership between a real estate investment management firm and a privately-held hotel management company.
Following a $20 million transformation that restored its original 1930s elegance and elevated its distinct food and beverage offerings, one of Kansas City's most historic hotels owned by Arbor Lodging Partners and managed by NVN Hotels, has now joined Curio - A Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of distinctive upper upscale hotels.