Curator Hotel & Resort Collection Welcomes Inns of Monterey in California
Curator adds five boutique Monterey properties to its California portfolio, bringing its statewide collection to over 35 independent hotels.
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Brock Taylor has been appointed as General Manager at Monterey Beach Hotel
Ascendant Capital Partners, a leading real estate investment and operating company, in partnership with global hotel management firm Highgate and global investment manager Centerbridge Partners, is pleased to announce Brock Taylor to the position of General Manger at Monterey Beach Hotel, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel. With more than a decade of experience working in luxury hospitality and hotel management, Brock brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. As General Manager, Brock oversees strategic and day-to-day operations at the oceanfront property, including on-site management, team member engagement, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences amongst the hotel and its three dining venues.
Highgate-managed Monterey Beach Hotel, is Now Open Following a Complete Transformation
Ascendant Capital Partners, a leading real estate investment and operating company, together with global hotel management firm Highgate and global investment manager Centerbridge Partners, debuts Monterey Beach Hotel, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel, which re-opens today after a significant renovation and rebranding effort worthy of its iconic stature. The only beachfront hotel along the Monterey Peninsula, the property embraces the region's natural beauty and cultural richness, with 192 guest rooms including four suites, versatile meeting and events spaces, reinvented culinary venues, and more.
Recent Challenges Faced by the Monterey County Lodging Market
Similar to other resort destinations in California, Monterey County was initially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic; however, the economic effects in 2020 were somewhat minimized by the market’s proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area. Monterey’s appeal as a picturesque, lower-density, drive-to destination drew significant interest from those seeking refuge from urban centers during the pandemic.
By Curtis Herbolich, Project Manager in the HVS San Francisco office, HVS
Qadiri Zebrowski has been appointed as Director of Wellness at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Woodside Hotel Group today announces the appointment of Qadiri Zebrowski as the director of wellness at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, a luxury oceanfront hotel perched directly above the waves of Monterey Bay. In this role, Zebrowski oversees the hotel's award-winning Vista Blue Spa, managing wellness initiatives and programming for guests.
Conrad Reddick has been named Director of Operations at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Woodside Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Conrad Reddick as the new director of operations at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, an iconic oceanfront hotel perched directly on Cannery Row overlooking Monterey Bay. In this role, Reddick oversees the hotel's operations, ensuring revenue, profit and guest satisfaction goals are achieved across all departments.
William Elkington has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Woodside Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of William Elkington as the new director of sales and marketing at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, an iconic oceanfront hotel perched directly on Cannery Row overlooking Monterey Bay. In this role, Elkington leads the implementation of the annual business plan to achieve the hotel's group sales goals and oversees the leisure sales, marketing strategies and public relations for the 290-room hotel.
Tim McGregor has been appointed as Vice President and General Manager at Inns of Monterey
Inns of Monterey proudly announce the appointment of Tim McGregor as Vice President and General Manager, responsible for all aspects of management, including staff development, guest satisfaction, and financial performance for our collection of hotels, including Monterey Bay Inn, Spindrift Inn, Victorian Inn, Wave Street Inn, and Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Each of the five distinguished boutique hotels provides an authentic and intimate Monterey experience for guests. These award-winning properties are located on historic Cannery Row and in Monterey's downtown historic district and are among some of the most popular hotels on the Central Coast.
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa Unveils Property-Wide Transformation With Redesigned Guestrooms, Inspired New Dining, And Re-Imagined Outdoor Amenities
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa unveils its property-wide transformation. The Monterey Bay icon completed a property-wide transformation that includes: 560 redesigned guestrooms and suites, reimagined public spaces, the addition of Central Coast Provisions, the hotel's new market; and Sea Root Restaurant and Hearth, the signature restaurant opening in spring 2021. The region's largest conference hotel with more than 40,000 square feet of meeting space and 560 guestrooms, has also added an array of outdoor amenities, including a hammock garden, outdoor lounge with fire pits, enhanced walking paths, and arrival experience.
Portola Hotel & Spa Announces Completion Of Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Portola Hotel & Spa is pleased to announce both the re-opening of the hotel and the completion of a multi-million dollar room renovation. Recently honored with Condé Nast Traveler's 2020 Readers' Choice Award as one of the Top Twenty-Five Hotels in Northern California, the Portola Hotel & Spa now offers newly renovated guestrooms, elevator landings, elevators, refreshed meeting space, and renovated bathrooms in the Presidential and Executive Floor Suites.
Portola Hotel & Spa Announces New Renovations And Property Additions
Portola Hotel & Spa, the elegant Four-Diamond hotel situated along Central California's Monterey Bay, is pleased to announce that the next phase of the property's multimillion-dollar renovation is underway, with special emphasis on the guest rooms.
Kevin D. Ellis has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa On Del Monte Golf Course
The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa has announced the hiring of Kevin D. Ellis as its new General Manager.
Daniel Elinan has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa has announced the hiring of Daniel Elinan of Virginia Beach, Virginia, as its new Executive Chef.
Hyatt Hotels to assume management of Ventana Big Sur, Carmel Valley Ranch, Monterey Tides
The Hyatt Hotels Corporation is in the process of acquiring an international lifestyle hotel management company with a unique collection of properties including Ventana Big Sur, Carmel Valley Ranch and Monterey Tides.
Jenny Lopez has been appointed as Director of Events at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Prior to joining the Hyatt, Lopez was part of the management team at Hilton San Jose, and before that, at the DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose.
Sal Abaunza has been appointed as General Manager at Monterey Tides, A Joie de Vivre Hotel
Sal Abaunza has been named general manager for Monterey Tides, a Joie de Vivre hotel. Abaunza brings more than three decades of hospitality experience on the West Coast to the central California property.
Davidson Hotels & Resorts Expands its Portfolio with the Addition of Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa
Davidson Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa to its growing portfolio. The sophisticated 550-room full-service resort in Monterey, Ca. is situated in the heart of one of the most beautiful coastal cities in California. The property, which will continue to operate under the Hyatt Regency brand, will be managed by Davidson Hotels & Resorts and will be owned by an affiliate of Fairwood Capital LLC – a real estate investment firm specializing in hospitality-related real estate.
Inns of Monterey Add Fifth Property With Wave Street Inn
The Wave Street Inn debuted on July 7, 2017 in the heart of Cannery Row historic district. The area's newest property features 32 rooms with an ambiance inspired by the surrounding natural beauty and maritime history.
Scenic Monterey Welcomes Latest Hampton by Hilton Hotel in California
Hilton Worldwide's (NYSE: HLT)Hampton by Hilton brand, the global mid-priced hotel that serves value-conscious and quality-driven travelers around the world, today announced the opening of its newest property, Hampton Inn by Hilton Monterey. The 48-room hotel joins the Hampton by Hilton family of more than 2,000 Hampton by Hilton and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton hotels. Located at 2401 Del Monte Avenue, the hotel is managed by Del Monte Hospitality, LLC.
Bruce Orinstein has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Garden Inn
Orinstein brings over 30 years of hotel sales and marketing experience to his new position. Prior to joining the Hilton Garden Inn Monterey, Orinstein was most recently Senior Sales Manager of the Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort & Conference Center. Orinstein is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), a Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP), and the recipient of the Sam Gilmer Supplier of the Year Award (a national honor) from the Society of Government Meeting Planners (SGMP). He also is a three-time recipient of the President’s Award from the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of SGMP. Orinstein earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing from California State Polytechnic University.