Officially relaunching on November 14, 2018, The Evelyn Hotel, part of Triumph Hotels, will emerge from an extensive multimillion-dollar renovation bringing a new hospitality experience to the historic property. With upgrades to guestrooms, three new dining experiences from award-winning Chef Jonathan Benno, and an elevated lobby setting, The Evelyn is poised to become NoMad's newest hotspot.
Kokua Hospitality and Prodigy Network are proud to announce Beth Tufekcic's promotion from General Manager of The Assemblage John Street to Vice President of House Operations for The Assemblage. In her new role, Beth will oversee, stabilize, and ensure consistency across all house operations at the brand's existing locations — The Assemblage NoMad and The Assemblage John Street — along with the brand's third outpost slated to open on Park Avenue South in 2019, applying her signature entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community to the role.
Tapestry Collection by Hilton continues to bolster its presence in New York City with today's addition of Distrikt Hotel New York City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Nestled in the bustling neighborhoods of Midtown and Times Square, the 32-floor, 155-room hotel marks the brand's 12th property and its second in Manhattan, following the opening of The Bernic Hotel New York City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton earlier this summer.
Lotte New York Palace announced today the appointment of Brent Howard as Director of the luxurious Towers accommodations occupying the hotel's top 14 floors. With nearly eight years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Howard now leads all aspects of The Towers, including management, guest experience and overall day-to-day operations.
Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, a Forbes Five-Star/AAA Five-Diamond luxury hotel in Manhattan overlooking Central Park, is pleased to announce that the renovation of its guest rooms, suites and common spaces has now been completed.
Today, Lower Manhattan welcomes Moxy NYC Downtown, the latest hotel property from developer Mark Gordon following the recent success of the landmark Baccarat Hotel in Midtown. The new, 30-story hotel brings a playful, relaxed vibe to the neighborhood with innovative technology, inspired meticulously designed hotel rooms, an incredible retro-inspired bar and lounge from Jon Neidich - one of the city's most respected bar and restaurant operators - and a prime location in the heart of NYC's newest 24/7 hub. All of these unique elements form the ultimate experience for guests and locals alike that is playful by design and unforgettable by nature.
The Standard is here to play. Sort of. As the hotel industry figures out how to navigate hospitality in the age of Airbnb, the boutique hotel chain is focusing on its strengths. "It's forced us to do better what we're really good at, and what we're really good at is bringing people together," says Standard International CEO Amar Lalvani. "That's something [Airbnb] can never do."
Joie de Vivre Hotels has announced the appointment of Christopher Shiel as Director of Sales and Marketing of Hotel 50 Bowery. In his role, Shiel oversees all sales and marketing efforts for the hotel group's first Manhattan address, including planning and implementing innovative strategies and development initiatives to drive revenues from group, business and leisure clientele, while getting word out about the Joie de Vivre brand in the competitive Manhattan market.
Katara Hospitality, a leading global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar, announced the expansion of its global portfolio with the acquisition of The Plaza, one of New York City's most iconic hotels.
New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, located adjacent to the historic airfield, has completed a six-month, $30 million, full-scale property renovation including 443 guestrooms and suites, the property's exclusive MClub lounge, 15,000 square-feet of meeting space, and 19,000 square feet of public spaces, including the newly opened Ditmars Bar and Grill. The transformation draws its inspiration from the eclectic, multi-national culinary, arts and cultural scene that comprises the surrounding Queens community, known as the "World's Borough."
Aliz Hotel Times Square has opened it doors today debuting as one of the tallest hotels in NYC. Developed by Aliz Group and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the flagship property will set a new tone for modern lifestyle hotel brands with an emphasis on inspiring delight in every stay. Located at 310 West 40th Street and one of most iconic intersections in the world, Aliz introduces a unique New York experience and innovative design drawn from the diverse energy of the city in their 287 guest rooms featuring luxury amenities, a farm-to-table restaurant and the highest two-story open-air bar and lounge in the city opening this December- all within walking distance to Times Square, Hudson Yards and the Jacob Javits Center.
INNSIDE by Meliá New York, is proud to announce the opening of its signature restaurant The Wilson. The restaurant is owned and operated by In Good Company Hospitality, a restaurant hospitality group overseeing eleven venues throughout New York City. Tucked inside INNSIDE by Meliá New York, located on 27th Street in Manhattan's NoMad neighborhood, the restaurant boasts al fresco dining and an upstairs cocktail bar overlooking a vast, open dining room.
CitizenM, the boutique hotel company founded in Amsterdam that prides itself on offering affordable luxury lodging, is opening its second hotel in New York and in the United States this week, on the Bowery on the Lower East Side. The new hotel will be the brand's first in the U.S. to use its prefabricated construction system, which no doubt helps make its luxury affordable.
National real estate investor and developer Lightstone announced today the topping out of construction at the company's Moxy hotel in Manhattan's East Village neighborhood. The 286-key hotel is located at 112-120 East 11th Street and is the third of four Moxy hotels that Lightstone is developing in New York City in partnership with Marriott. Moxy East Village is set to open in the fall of 2019.
AC Hotels by Marriott, the modern, design-driven, lifestyle brand from Marriott International, Inc., has joined forces with renowned photographer, visionary and AC brand ambassador Nigel Barker and Bacardi to debut the brand's custom-designed Gin Tonic glass, following nearly three years of research and development. Beginning on National Gin & Tonic day Oct 19, guests of AC Hotels' 40+ hotels in North America can enjoy AC's signature Gin Tonic cocktails in a custom glass hand-blown by sculptural glass artist Adam Walmon, scientifically developed to heighten the taste, aroma and palate experience for the drinker. The glass will also be available for purchase at the hotel's on-property AC Stores in North America, and will roll out to the brand's 125+ properties globally next year.
Anderouard has more 30 years of operations and corporate management experience. His career spans time at Pan Pacific Hotels Group, based in Singapore and Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resort. In his new role, Anderouard will be based in New York City where he will provide strategic support while overseeing the region's 13 North American hotels.
Lee brings with him more than 20 years of hospitality human resources experiences. His latest position was as director of human resources for the Plaza Athenee Hotel Company. Lee will oversee all aspects of the human resources functions for the region, providing each hotel with his support and guidance.
The Loopy Doopy rooftop bar of the Conrad hotel, in New York's Battery Park, is probably the only hotel rooftop bar in the city named after a Sol LeWitt art work.
Maureen joins us from The Plaza Hotel where she worked as Director of Hospitality Sales overseeing high profile events such as the Tony Awards after party and CBS Upfronts. She also oversaw the sales and marketing efforts of their bars and restaurants and The Plaza Food Hall.
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore company that is one of the leading international serviced residence owner-operators, announced today the debut of Citadines Connect Fifth Avenue New York, a boutique hotel centrally located steps away from Times Square and Fifth Avenue in New York City. Following an extensive renovation, Ascott's first Citadines property in the United States offers 125 newly refurbished rooms. Citadines is well recognized globally with numerous international accolades since it was established more than 30 years ago.