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Driftwood Hospitality Management to Rebrand Palihouse Miami Beach to Hotel Trouvail Miami Beach

Driftwood Hospitality Management announced it would take over management of the Palihouse Miami Beach and officially rebrand the property as Hotel Trouvail Miami Beach, effective today. Inspired by the French word trouvaille, Hotel Trouvail is a "lucky find" for those who appreciate stylish chambers, charming cocktails and an intimate exclusivity amidst the famous Art Deco architecture in Miami Beach. Once the Greenbriar Hotel, which was later relaunched as the Palihouse Miami Beach, the newly established, independent Hotel Trouvail leans into its unique character and location to bring a new, French-inspired story and experience to the area.

Adrian Colameco has been appointed as Executive Chef at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences

The St. Regis Bal Harbour, the exquisite Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond resort celebrating its 10th anniversary year, is pleased to welcome Adrian Colameco as its new executive chef. Colameco brings a decade of elite culinary experience to the resort's exquisite dining concepts including Atlantikós, The St. Regis Bar, BH Burger Bar, and La Gourmandise.

The St. Regis Bal Harbour Spa Debuts At Miami’s Best Address

The St. Regis Bal Harbour, the exquisite Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond resort celebrating its 10th anniversary year, introduces a new spa concept, The St. Regis Spa, featuring an all-new menu of luxury treatments and wellness experiences in 14,000 square feet of indulgence with 12 treatment rooms, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, and relaxation lounge. Inspired by Caroline Astor and reflecting the resort's sense of place on Miami's most glamourous stretch of beach, The St. Regis Spa welcomes guests back with best-in-class products and one-of-a-kind experiences.

Anthony Rico has been appointed as General Manager at Mondrian South Beach

With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Anthony Rico will be utilizing his multitude of talents as the new Managing Director at Mondrian South Beach. Anthony has proudly held a variety of executive level positions across multiple luxury properties such as General Manager at The Boca Raton Beach Club in Boca Raton, Florida; Assistant General Manager at SLS-Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas; and as Vice President of Operations at Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas, Nevada. By honing his skills in both hospitality and management throughout his accomplished career, Anthony will bring a fresh, energetic, and positive approach to his new leadership role at Mondrian South Beach.

Hyatt Announces Plans to Bring Andaz Brand to Florida

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the sale of The Confidante Miami Beach to Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. and the highly anticipated rebrand of this oceanfront resort to Andaz Miami Beach, which will be the Andaz lifestyle brand's introduction to Florida. Sunstone plans to invest approximately $60 million to reimagine the property over the next two years, creating an immersive and inspiring luxury lifestyle resort experience. Upon completion, travelers and Floridians alike can enjoy the Andaz brand's distinctly local experiences that stimulate the senses.

Rosewood Launches Restoration of Miami Beach’s Most Storied Hotel, The Raleigh

SHVO, the New York-based, culture-defining real estate development and investment firm, and Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, the ultra-luxury global hospitality brand, are pleased to announce the next chapter of the iconic Miami Beach property, The Raleigh, with a highly anticipated revival and restoration. Located at 1775 Collins Avenue, the re-imagined, three-acre retreat with 220 feet of ocean frontage in the heart of Miami's vibrant Art Deco district will feature three distinct components designed by famed architect Peter Marino:

Winfred van Workum has been appointed as Market General Manager at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences

The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, a AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star resort, and urban oasis W Miami, are pleased to announce the appointment of Winfred van Workum as market general manager. A seasoned hotelier with a career honed at luxury hotels around the world, including those in The St. Regis and The Ritz-Carlton portfolios, van Workum brings over 25 years of hospitality leadership and expertise to his new role. He will oversee all operations and team members for the award-winning St. Regis Bal Harbour resort including the resort's four distinct dining concepts and Forbes Five-Star Remède Spa, as well as W Miami's lively culinary outlets and 28,000-square-foot Iconbrickell Spa.

Viajero Hostels to Debut First-Ever US Property in Miami’s South Beach

VIAJERO HOSTELS—a traveler-focused lifestyle brand with 16 hostels and coliving spaces in Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay and Mexico—will make its US debut in Miami, FL in late November 2021. Replacing The Stiles Hotel, an Art Deco boutique hotel on South Beach's iconic Collins Avenue, Viajero Miami will be just steps away from the beach, Ocean Drive and many of the area's popular bars, restaurants, shops and nightclubs.

Now Open Esmé Miami Beach

Infinity Hospitality proudly unveils Esmé, a new boutique hotel located along Miami Beach's charming pedestrian plaza, Española Way. The Spanish-Mediterranean revival property was originally known as the "Spanish Village" when it opened in 1927 and was built as a bohemian artist's colony. After a five-year renovation, Esmé, comprised of 145 guest rooms and five original food and beverage concepts across a series of eight buildings, offers a chic Miami Beach escape that honors the street's original village vision.

The Confidante Miami Beach Unveils New Suites in Multi Million Dollar Renovation

The Confidante Miami Beach, Mid-Beach's playful oceanfront oasis embodying Miami's retro-glam style, is pleased to announce the completion of its latest renovation, now featuring 35 suites in a multi-million dollar renovation of the 339-room mid-century modern hotel in October 2021. Quickly changing the hospitality industry l andscape in South Florida as one of the hotels with the largest guest bathrooms and walk-in showers, The Confidante's premium suite categories will also feature furnished balconies with ocean and city views, floor-to-ceiling windows, and separate living rooms with a queen size sofa bed, making them ideal accommodations for bachelorette parties and families.

Steven Acosta has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Balfour Hotel

The Balfour Hotel, which recently opened on Miami Beach, is proud to announce the appointment of Steven Acosta to executive chef. In this role, Acosta is responsible for managing the hotel's food and beverage team, implementing new menus at the hotel's three-meal restaurant and providing exceptional culinary experience for hotel guests, travelers and South Florida locals. Acosta assumes this position immediately and has already stepped into the role of overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's culinary operations. This winter, Acosta will spearhead the launch of a new restaurant concept at The Balfour Hotel and create all menus.

The Gabriel South Beach, Curio Collection By Hilton™, To Open In Miami Beach, Fall 2021

Today The Gabriel South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, a new lifestyle hotel on Ocean Drive, announced it will open on Miami Beach this fall. The sprawling property is the sister property to The Gabriel Miami, Curio Collection by Hilton located in downtown Miami. Boasting the greatest linear footage on Miami Beach's most iconic street, this historic property has 132 guest rooms and suites and two pools, including a show-stopping, glass bottom pool on the roof overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The Gabriel South Beach is also home to two destination restaurants, Meet Dalia and Meet Mia, by INK Entertainment, one of North America's leading lifestyle and entertainment companies.