Long Beach's iconic waterfront hotel will relaunch as The Maya in June 2026, following a design-driven renovation of guest rooms, public spaces and Fuego, and new guest programming
Hotel Maya, Long Beach's beloved waterfront landmark, proudly announces the appointment of Lisa Duncan as Director of Sales & Marketing. In this role, Duncan will lead the hotel's sales and marketing efforts, with a focus on driving revenue and strengthening the property's position as a premier waterfront destination.
Fairmont Breakers Long Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of André Brose as general manager of the landmark hotel located in the heart of downtown Long Beach, California. An accomplished international hotelier with 25 years of hospitality experience, Brose brings a deep understanding of operations, leadership, and exceptional guest service. He steps into this role following the property's multi-million-dollar transformation, which marked the celebrated return of one of California's most historic hotels.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of world-leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with Long Beach-based investment and development group Pacific6, today announced the opening of Fairmont Breakers Long Beach. Nestled in the heart of downtown Long Beach, the landmark hotel debuts after a multi-million-dollar transformation, blending historic grandeur with contemporary luxury.
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. and Marriott Hotels, the signature flag of Marriott Bonvoy's 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of the new Marriott Long Beach Downtown - an urban waterfront destination situated on the city's iconic promenade. Evoking Marriott Hotels' rich and trusted legacy, the hotel invites guests to explore Long Beach's vibrant and thriving convention and entertainment hub, which encompasses abundant walkable dining and shopping options and miles of sandy shoreline as well as several world class attractions, among them the Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Aquatic Park and the Queen Mary.
Longtime hospitality industry veteran Rahul Vir has been named general manager of the new Marriott Long Beach Downtown, overseeing 140 employees as well as all day-to-day operations of the 376-room property. In his current role, he directs day-to-day management of the 12-story property and has been instrumental in spearheading a top to bottom renovation now underway.
Today, Hard Rock International in partnership with Steinhauer Properties announced development plans to open the Hard Rock Hotel Long Beach, the first new-build full-service hotel built in Long Beach, California in 30 years and the first new Hard Rock Hotel property in Southern California in almost a decade. Set to begin construction in Summer 2024 with plans to open in Spring 2027, this upscale property will be a unique entertainment destination set in the heart of downtown Long Beach, adjacent to the convention center.
Continuing the luxury brand's expansion in the U.S., the high-end property will debut in 2023 as Long Beach's first luxury boutique hotel, restoring one of California's most storied properties to its original grandeur.
Anthony Melchiorri, the hospitality expert and television personality behind Hotel Impossible and founder of Argeo Hospitality, has partnered with Long Beach-based development company Pacific6 to bring the historic Breakers Hotel back to life nearly 35 years after closing as a hospitality venue. The Long Beach landmark, best known for its storied reputation as a go-to destination in the early 20th century, will be reborn in 2023 as it reopens to its former glory as the jewel of Long Beach.
R.D. Olson Construction, an award-winning general contracting firm in California, has completed the 8,000-square-foot lobby renovation of Westin Downtown Long Beach. Consisting of upgrades to the reception area, giftshop, car rental office, coffee shop, restaurant, bar, restrooms and exterior entry, the remodel modernizes the 469-room hotel and provides additional amenities for guests.
Elevating the Long Beach scene to new heights, The Westin Long Beach, 333 E. Ocean Blvd., operated by Highgate Hotels, has officially revealed the highly-anticipated results of a $23 million dollar renovation including the much-welcomed addition of an exciting new dining concept, Navy Proof Food and Spirits. Showcasing completely revitalized, modern guestrooms, and a refreshed lobby space, the hotel's design seamlessly reflects the vibrancy of its California coastline setting. Offering modern, sophisticated style at every turn, The Westin Long Beach invites visitors to make this their home away from home.
Urban Commons, a Los Angeles-based real estate investment and development firm and operator of the iconic Queen Mary Hotel, has announced the next phase for the historic Queen Mary ship docked in Long Beach, California. With the intent of continuing to further stabilize the structural integrity of the ship, Urban Commons will focus its development and revitalization plans on a few key areas aimed at improving the guest experience and maintaining the overall health of the ship. Since assuming the 66-year master lease in April 2016, Urban Commons has already successfully addressed numerous projects prioritizing fire and life safety issues and structural integrity.
Ensemble Hotel Partners today announced the appointment of Greg Guthrie as General Manager for Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton.Ensemble Hotel Partners in Long Beach, Calif., owns and manages Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton.Guthrie now oversees the operation of the 199-room resort that includes Fuego, the 226-seat Latin-infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge; and 30,000 square-feet of indoor-outdoor meetings and events space that includes the Lagunita waterfront pavilion and Vista Del Mar pre-function, outdoor area.From 2015 to 2018, Guthrie was General Manager at the 225-room DoubleTree by Hilton Carson, a full-service suburban hotel with 7,500-square-feet of banquet space. Under his leadership, the property was a Top 5 percent rated guest service hotel Doubletree Americas. His management staff was recognized as the Sales Team of the Year 2015, Doubletree by Hilton, Americas; and Travel with Purpose Award 2017 Doubletree by Hilton, Americas.Guthrie spent the previous four years as Hotel Manager at Hotel Maya. His responsibilities included overseeing all Hotel operations including food and beverage and the rooms department.Prior to Hotel Maya, Guthrie has held a variety of hotel positions including Director of Food and Beverage at Kyoto Grand Hotel in Los Angeles and Sheraton Cerritos in Cerritos, Calif. His hospitality career has taken him from San Diego and San Francisco to Chicago and Columbus.He received a Bachelor of Science, Business Management and Marketing, from Northern Michigan University. Guthrie has completed several training and certificate programs including CARE President DoubleTree Guest Service; Train the Trainer DoubleTree Hotels; Service Champion Starwood Hotels and Resorts; Customer Focused Catering I & II Hilton Corporation; and Hilton Internal Control.And to fulfill the culinary call, there's Fuego restaurant, the modern, Latin-infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge, that offers a unique seaside setting featuring 13-foot-tall glass walls that fully retract with seating inside and on the patio area. Fuego's stunning open-air views include the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach skyline and Queen Mary.
Atrium Hospitality today announced Swietlana Cahill is the new general manager of the company's Hilton Long Beach in California. Cahill joins Atrium with more than 25 years of hospitality experience, including 12 years in the Los Angeles area. The 399-room/suite Hilton Long Beach is owned and operated by Alpharetta, Georgia-based Atrium Hospitality, which is ranked one of the nation's largest hotel owners and operators. Cahill's extensive hospitality career includes properties in five states, spanning well-known brands and boutique hotels, including The Peabody Memphis in Tennessee. Prior to her role with Atrium, Cahill served as general manager of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport. Under Cahill's direction, guest satisfaction and associate satisfaction scores at the hotel significantly improved. She was recognized for her outstanding performance with numerous accolades from the brand and hotel ownership, including the "General Manager of the Year" and the "Excellence in Profit Award," among others. Her career in the Los Angeles area also encompasses the role of general manager at the 683-room/suite, historic Millennium Biltmore Downtown, including overseeing 70,000 square feet of meeting space. Cahill's additional experience with the Hilton brand includes serving as general manager at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Memphis Downtown and at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles - Commerce. Cahill has a bachelor's degree in mathematics from PMP College in Russia. She also attended Moscow University in Russia to study math and philosophy. She is a member of the American Hotel and Lodging Association and the Hotel Association of Los Angeles. She serves as a committee vice president and in board positions on the Irvine Concourse Association, a 48-acre, pedestrian-friendly, master-planned business campus. In addition, she has participated as an executive board member on the Central City Association of Los Angeles and with the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Working with her team members to serve in the community is a part of her management style, including collaborating with area nonprofits to feed the hungry.
Kokua Hospitality, LLC, an independent hotel management company based in San Francisco, is pleased to announce Troy Karnoff as the director of sales and marketing of Courtyard Marriott Long Beach Airport. In his role, Karnoff is responsible for leading a team of three, negotiating and contracting national and local corporate accounts, and developing the property's strategic sales and marketing plans.
Courtyard Marriott Long Beach Airport is pleased to announce Kenya Bannister as general manager of the 159-room Long Beach, California hotel. Bannister was the first employee on the hotel’s opening team in March 2013 and originally served as the hotel’s director of sales. In her new role as general manager, Bannister manages the hotel’s day-to-day operations and a team of 51 employees.
Kokua Hospitality, LLC, a hotel management firm based in Chicago, has announced Julie Buettner as the new General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Airport. In this role, she will manage and lead all day-to-day operations for the LEED-certified, 159-room hotel and its amenities, as well as oversee a team of 40 employees.
Prior to joining HEI, Michael Platt was general manager of El San Juan Hotel & Casino in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He was senior vice president of food & beverage operations at the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula before that. Also, Platt was director of operations and food & beverage for the St. Regis Hotel & Spa in Southern California. He graduated from Witwatersrand University Johannesburg in South Africa, and holds a master’s degree in business administration from the Hotel School Lausanne in Switzerland. He will report to Michael Miner, senior vice president of operations for Region 1.