Four Seasons Hotel Mexico DF announces that as of April 2014, there is a new General Manager replacing Ricardo Acevedo, who has been promoted to Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon as the new General Manager.
Hilton Worldwide announced the opening of Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe, a 260-room new-build Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Santa Fe, Mexico City. Forming part of Samara – one of the five largest mixed-use complexes in Mexico – Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe will welcome guests with special introductory rates starting at $99* per night. "We are excited to open our seventh Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Mexico, as we continue our brand's expansion throughout Latin America," said Rob Palleschi, global head, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. "The stylish Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe will welcome travelers with Hilton hospitality and introduce our signature brand elements in this bustling city." Strategically located on a prominent intersection of the Santa Fe business district, this Hilton hotel in Mexico City conveniently connects guests with offices, retail centers, dining and entertainment options offered within the Samara complex. A striking exterior invites guests to a sophisticated lobby featuring distinct work, socializing and relaxation areas, while a design inspired by natural materials and traditional Mexican elements embraces travelers at every turn. All aspects of this new hotel in Mexico were carefully designed to ensure guests enjoy a world-class experience throughout their stay including everything from upscale accommodation and delectable dining to flexible meeting space and indulgent rooftop pool and fitness center. Danny Hughes, senior vice president, Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America, Hilton Worldwide said, "We are committed to growing our footprint throughout all of Latin America and are thrilled at our development momentum in Mexico. Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe is our 31st hotel in the country and perfectly complements our growing portfolio in this exceptional destination." Ideal for both business and leisure travelers, the upscale Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe features 260 guest rooms, including executive floor rooms, suites and extended stay suites all outfitted with the Hilton Serenity Collection™ of amenities boasting plush bedding, high-definition flat screen television, alarm clock with MP3 player connection, wireless Internet access and more. Guests staying in an executive room or suite enjoy the added benefit of the hotel's executive floor service and executive lounge, offering light snacks and beverages in a relaxed and scholarly ambiance. Culinary options are plentiful as guests can enjoy the hotel's signature dining at Madera Restaurant, or experience the area's surrounding gastronomic finds. Bringing a fresh and authentic concept to the neighborhood, Madera (meaning "wood" in Spanish) delivers innovative and traditional dishes, inspired by seasonal ingredients and the rich culinary history of Mexico City – many prepared in the restaurant's wood burning oven. Guests can also enjoy light snacks and refreshing cocktails at Cielo, the hotel's stunning rooftop bar, and the Lobby Lounge, a lively gathering place. A great base for events and business travelers, the Hilton hotel in Mexico City's Santa Fe area provides more than 8,000 square feet of flexible meeting space including a ballroom elegantly designed with warm textured wood feature walls and contemporary chandeliers. The mezzanine level offers a business center including six boardrooms, all boasting cutting edge work spaces and seamlessly integrated technology for maximum efficiency, while the rooftop level – a unique asset in the city – acts as a flexible space perfectly designed for private events. Hilton Mexico City Santa Fe participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only guest rewards program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® for the same stay and redeem points for free nights with No Blackout Dates at more than 4,000 hotels worldwide. Hilton Worldwide currently has a portfolio of 31 hotels and resorts open and welcoming travelers in Mexico. For more information and reservations, visit www.santafemexico.hilton.com or call 1-800-HILTONS. *Rates do not include taxes, service charges, incidental charges or gratuities and are subject to change without notice. Blackout dates, early departure fees, and length of stay, deposit and cancellation restrictions may apply. Other restrictions apply.
De Villèle is widely recognized as a successful hotelier and entrepreneur within the luxury hospitality industry. Prior to joining The St. Regis Mexico City, de Villèle served as general manager of The St. Regis Mauritius Resort, where he oversaw the hotel's opening in 2011. Under his leadership, the hotel was awarded Hideaways Hotel of the Year in 2012 and Condé Nast Traveler's Hot List in 2013, among others. Beginning with a degree in Hotel Management from the world-renowned École Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland, de Villèle's celebrated career crosses multiple continents with tenures in award-winning properties and senior management and executive roles for St. Regis, Four Seasons, Hilton, InterContinental, Orient Express Hotels, Rosewood Hotels, Savoy Group and TAJ Hotels, where he served as vice president of operations for Europe and the Americas. His vast experience also includes serving as Lebanon area general manager for Habtoor Hotels, leading the opening of The Lanesborough Hotel, major renovations of the legendary Resort La Samanna with Orient Express Hotels and the establishment of 51 Buckingham Gate, TAJ Suites & Residences. He has also been awarded numerous accolades for his accomplishments, including being named one of the finest hoteliers worldwide by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences in 2003. De Villèle is the son a French diplomat and spent his childhood in Mexico. He speaks French, English Spanish and has a good notion of Italian and German.
From his new position, Mr. Gonzalez will coordinate the Group’s current Business Units in the region - Mercosur & Mexico and Central & Caribbean – with a view to promote the brand’s development in Latin America, hand-in-hand with local partners, and positioning NH as a benchmark in this market’s hotel sector. Boasting an extensive record in the hotel sector, Gilles Gonzalez has spent most of his career at Accor, a global hotel group with a leading presence in Europe. In his more than 20 years working for the French group, he has held several positions, most notably Senior Vice President of Franchising, as well as other strategic posts within the general management, business development and operations departments. Gonzalez knows the South American market extremely well, having lived between Colombia, Peru, Argentina and Brazil for 12 years, as well as other European markets such as France, where he has also lived for long periods of time.
Luciani most recently served as general manager, Hilton Villahermosa & Conference Center. During his nearly three years as general manager of this 220-room conference hotel, Luciani led the team in successfully improving results and securing a number of Hilton Worldwide awards, including the 2011 Americas Full-Service Hotel of the Year Award.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), Trinity Investments, LLC and Terra Investments S.R.L.C.V. today announced the debut of the first Le Méridien Hotel in Mexico City with the opening of Le Méridien Mexico City. Situated at Paseo de la Reforma 69 in the heart of the city's vibrant financial and cultural district, Le Méridien Mexico City combines timeless chic design and a love of the arts and cuisine, offering travellers a distinctive and compelling experience.
DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of a newly renovated, upscale, full-service hotel in Mexico City, just a few miles from the heart of Zocalo, the city's center. The 96-room DoubleTree by Hilton Mexico City Airportis minutes from the Benito Juarez Mexico City Airport (MEX). The DoubleTree by Hilton Mexico City formerly was an independent hotel and is owned and operated by Operadora de Hoteles y Restaurantes ITER, S.A. de C.V under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Colonia Roma in Mexico City. Owned and managed by Sora Group, the new hotel is the third in Mexico for the fast-growing Four Points brand, which now includes more than 160 hotels around the world. Twenty-three Four Points hotels are slated to open in 2012 alone, giving it the second largest pipeline among all Starwood brands.
Nearly 30 years after the opening of the first Hyatt hotel in Mexico, Hyatt Hotels Corporation(NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate intends to acquire the 756-room Hotel Nikko Mexico for approximately US$190 million from Japan-Mexico Hotel Investment Co., Ltd. The transaction is scheduled to close in May and, upon closing, the hotel will be rebranded as Hyatt Regency Mexico City. Hyatt will invest approximately US$40 million in a three-year renovation to strengthen the hotel"s competitive position as the preferred business and leisure hotel in Mexico City. With the hotel"s acquisition and rebranding, the Hyatt Regency brand will establish a strong presence in Mexico City with a leading business and leisure hotel located in Polanco, Mexico City"s most desirable area.
Santoro’s impressive international culinary background as a chef and owner of several renowned restaurants in Mexico City gives him the skills necessary to lead the distinguished culinary team at Diana restaurant. Santoro is the proprietor of three prominent restaurants in Mexico City: Piazza Navona, Meats Au Charcutier, and Rustic Bread Bakery. Previously, Santoro served as the executive chef at the Presidente Intercontinental Hotel in Mexico City. Santoro is also the recipient of several prestigious culinary awards, including Chef of the Year by Intercontinental Hotels of Americas and The Key of Progress Amait for Executive Restaurant Leader. Additionally, Santoro serves as the president of Vatel Club in Mexico and is a member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs.
Accelerating growth in Latin America, W Hotels Worldwide today announced plans to open the second W Hotel in Mexico City, to be located within the bustling Santa Fe business district. Managed under an agreement between Starwood Hotels & Resorts, ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos,W Santa Fe will overlook one of the area's most stunning evergreen valleys, with spectacular views of the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes. Slated to open in 2014, W Santa Fe will be part of a new build, mixed-use development, called Liberty Plaza, designed by Richard Meier, Edmonds International and Krause Sawye.
Hilton Worldwide announced the signing of a franchise license agreement today with Operadora de Hoteles y Restaurantes ITER, SA de CV to open a Doubletree by Hilton hotel near Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. The Hotel ITER Internacional Aeropuerto Terminal 2 will reopen as the Doubletree by Hilton Mexico City Airport Area, and the brand’s second hotel in the country in Q3 of 2011 upon the completion of a major renovation and refurbishment project. The Doubletree by Hilton, Mexico City Airport Area marks the brand’s second hotel development deal signed in the country this year. The Doubletree by Hilton, Merida was announced earlier this year and is due to open in the spring of 2011.
Based in Mexico City, Murray will report to Eric Pearson, Chief Marketing Officer, the Americas. In his new role, Murray will develop and oversee the execution of the sales plan and marketing programs across the IHG portfolio of hotels in Mexico. With more than 23 years in the hospitality industry, Gerardo comes to IHG from Casa Grande Hotels Group, where he served most recently as CEO and General Director. In this role, he was directly responsible for the overall performance, operations, marketing, finance and development for eight hotels. He also managed Board relations, as well as the marketing fund for the group, which included the creation of multi-brand promotions. Prior to that, Gerardo served as VP of Sales & Marketing for Milenium Hotels Group of Mexico, where he worked with 13 hotels - including Crowne Plaza Monterrey, InterContinental Monterrey, Holiday Inn Monterrey Fundidora and Holiday Inn Express Juarez - to establish DOS and GM strategies to gain market share through local markets and various channels. In this role, Gerardo established strong relationships with key account managers throughout IHG and served as member of the Priority Club® Rewards advisory committee, as well as a member of the IAHI sales and marketing committee in Mexico.
Strategic Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE:BEE) , today announced that the company closed on its disposition of the Four Seasons Mexico City hotel to an affiliate of Meridia Capital for a purchase price of $54.0 million.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of The St. Regis Mexico City, located on the exclusive Paseo de la Reforma boulevard overlooking the iconic Plaza of Diana. Mexico’s most anticipated new landmark – and the brand’s first downtown hotel in the region – The St. Regis Mexico City features 189 luxuriously appointed guestrooms and suites each with spectacular views of the city, a signature Remède Spa, and three signature restaurants. Owned by Grupo 1818 and designed by critically acclaimed Yabu Pushelberg design firm and world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli, The St. Regis Mexico City offers an unrivaled dimension of luxury, sophistication and bespoke service at one of the best addresses in the world.
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts today announced its continued expansion in Latin America with the grand opening of the Wyndham® Garden Hotel Mexico City – Polanco. “Latin America continues to be an important and growing market for the Wyndham brand,” said Jeff Wagoner, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts president. “With the addition of the Wyndham Garden Hotel Mexico City – Polanco to our portfolio, guests visiting Mexico’s vibrant capital city will have the opportunity to experience the personalized service and style that has been paramount in establishing the brand as a leading choice among business and leisure travelers.”
More than 45 Marriott International sales and operations leaders from across Mexico convened in Mexico City last week to address travel recovery efforts in the wake of the recent H1N1 virus. The group included executives from the Caribbean & Latin America region, as well as general managers and sales leaders representing every Marriott International hotel in Mexico. The group spent the week conducting team working sessions, meeting with local tourism leaders, and spending time with local Mexican customers to better understand their needs.