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Ted Knighton has been appointed as Managing Director at Thompson Palm Springs, by Hyatt

Thompson Palm Springs, one of California’s most prolific new hotels and a celebrated staple of Palm Springs’ Palm Canyon Drive, welcomes Ted Knighton as Managing Director. In his new role, Knighton is responsible for the daily operations and commercial strategies of Thompson Palm Springs, with a focused effort on crafting the next chapter for the hotel’s sustained success and developing engaging guest experiences for new and returning travelers to immerse into a chic, resort atmosphere in the heart of Southern California’s most buzzing desert destination.

Thompson
Palm Springs, California, United States
Appointment

Joseph Min has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel

Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs announces the appointment of Joseph Min as Director of Food & Beverage. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than three decades of global luxury experience, Min oversees all food and beverage operations at the 153-room hotel, including its MICHELIN-recommended 4 Saints restaurant, Juniper Table, High Bar, and Window Bar, as well as private dining and events programming.

Kimpton
Palm Springs, California, United States
Development Opening

Casa Palma Hotel & Bungalows Opens in Palm Springs, Redefining the Modern Desert Getaway

A vibrant new era of desert hospitality is underway with the grand opening of Casa Palma Hotel & Bungalows (Casa Palma), a boutique resort located in the stylish mid-century modern oasis of Palm Springs. Located just one mile from the city's downtown core, Mediterranean-inspired Casa Palma brings fresh energy to the area's hotel landscape, offering a sophisticated, social, and recreation-forward retreat for guests who crave connection, movement, and elevated experiences.

Casa Palma Hotel & Bungalows
Palm Springs, California, United States
Development Opening

Palm Springs' Latest Hotel Unveils Stunning Desert Retreat with Insta-Worthy Pool, Lush Garden, and Chic Cocktail Lounge

Palm Springs, known for its chic midcentury modern hotels that pay homage to the town's glamorous 1960s era, is about to welcome a new addition to its roster of desert retreats. Life House Palm Springs, set to open its doors on November 2nd, seamlessly blends the allure of Hollywood's golden age with Japanese influences and botanical aesthetics, promising a stay worth adding to your Palm Springs itinerary.

Life House Hotels
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Kelly Teo has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Thompson Palm Springs, by Hyatt

As Director of Sales and Marketing at Thompson Palm Springs, Teo will drive top line sales for the hotel and its variety of rooms with a special emphasis on private events and bespoke gatherings in the 8,000-square-feet of meeting and event spaces, while also overseeing all marketing efforts for the hotel. Most recently, Teo was the Director of Sales & Marketing at Thompson Dallas, spearheading the destination's newest upscale mixed-use project. Prior to joining the Thompson family, Teo led sales and marketing for luxury hotel brands such as Waldorf Astoria, St. Regis, EDITION, The Ritz-Carlton, and InterContinental on the West Coast of the U.S., as well as across the Asia-Pacific. 

Hyatt
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Jeffrey Miller has been appointed as General Manager at Thompson Palm Springs, by Hyatt

Bringing nearly two decades of industry experience to his role, Miller is responsible for the day-to-day operations and commercial strategies for Thompson Palm Springs. No stranger to the desert, Miller served as general manager for Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows where he spent three years curating wellness and creative experiences, refining the culinary offerings and driving awareness in the local, regional and national markets. Miller's strong connection to Palm Springs—and ultimate decision to call it home—coupled with his extensive background with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts will allow him to seamlessly blend the luxury Thompson Palm Springs experience into this coveted destination.

Hyatt
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Kirkwood Collection Expands Palm Springs Portfolio With Three Luxury Historic New Properties

Continuing the momentum from their most recent acquisition in November 2022, the luxury boutique hotel group Kirkwood Collection is thrilled to announce that they have acquired three luxury, historic properties in Palm Springs: La Serena Villas, Del Marcos Hotel and The Three Fifty Hotel. All located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, the addition of these hotels expands their Greater Palm Springs portfolio to five properties and brings the Kirkwood Collection portfolio to ten boutique hotels and properties throughout California.

Kirkwood Collection
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Development Pipeline

Thompson Palm Springs Scheduled to Open Late 2023

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today plans for the 168-room Thompson Palm Springs, which will join the award-winning luxury lifestyle Thompson Hotels portfolio and mark the second Thompson Hotels property in California. Thompson Palm Springs is expected to open in late 2023 and will offer panoramic views of the San Jacinto Mountains and the city of Palm Springs. The development signals Hyatt's commitment to growing its luxury lifestyle portfolio in key growth markets that matter to guests and World of Hyatt members.

Thompson
Palm Springs, California, United States
Appointment

Jerry Perez has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs

Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs has appointed Jerry Perez as director of food & beverage. In his role, Perez is responsible for driving the overall success and bottom-line results for the food & beverage operations of the award-winning, 153-room downtown Palm Springs hotel, including its four celebrated restaurant and bar concepts: 4 Saints, Juniper Table, High Bar, and Window Bar.

IHG
Palm Springs, California, United States
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Richard Crespin has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs

Newly leading the distinguished dining concepts and culinary team at Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs is Executive Chef Richard Crespin. With his appointment, Crespin is responsible for overseeing culinary operations for the Michelin-recognized 4 Saints rooftop restaurant, the all-day dining concept Juniper Table, the poolside High Bar, banquets, catering and in-room dining.

IHG
Palm Springs, California, United States
Development Opening

Drift Hotels Unveils Desert Oasis In Palm Springs

Drift Palm Springs brings its own bold blend of high design to an area known for continually raising the bar on aesthetics. Set firmly amongst the bustle of downtown Palm Springs, the boutique hotel beckons guests with the allure of an upscale, breezy Baja inspired restaurant and a resort-style pool featuring custom cabanas and mountain views. Infusing the brand's industrial-chic palate with mid-century touches, Drift Palm Springs marks TMC Hospitality's third property under the Drift Hotels moniker. The picturesque and spacious accommodations coupled with its proximity to famed architectural gems like Frey House II and hiking sites such as the Museum Trail, make Drift Palm Springs perfect for any and all who are interested in engaging with the mystique of the storied local history.

Drift Hotels
Palm Springs, California, United States
Appointment

Joel Manion has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel ZOSO

Located in the heart of Palm Springs, hotel ZOSO announces the appointment of General Manager, Joel Manion. Bringing over 30 years of hospitality experience to his new role, Manion now manages all aspects of the 162-room lifestyle property, including The Kitchen, an indoor and outdoor, locally-sourced dining destination; The Lounge at ZOSO, a stylish lobby bar; poolside experience inclusive of pool bar, lounges, and cabanas; over 25,000-square-feet of event space; and more. Working closely with Columbia Hospitality, the hotel's management company, Manion oversees all operations at hotel ZOSO to create an elevated, unforgettable guest experience.

Columbia Hospitality Inc.
Palm Springs, California, United States
Appointment

Ysaac Ramirez has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel

Taking the lead of the culinary concepts within Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs is Executive Chef Ysaac Ramirez, who reintroduces 4 Saints - the celebrated Palm Springs rooftop dining destination - with a fresh take on modern American fare. A California native who refined his craft in the South, Ramirez applies his distinct culinary style, rooted in contemporary Southern comfort with Latin influence, to elevated desert dining at the newly re-concepted 4 Saints.Ramirez is a reputable culinary artist in both the local Palm Springs and national hospitality landscapes. He most recently held the position of executive chef at King's Highway at Ace Hotel & Swim Club where he introduced an eclectic mix of comfort food with a Southern twist. His decade-plus career also includes tenures with acclaimed, James Beard-nominated chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, working at several of the duo's restaurants in Memphis and New Orleans, notably serving on the opening culinary teams at the award-winning Hog & Hominy, Josephine Estelle and The Gray Canary.

IHG
Palm Springs, California, United States
Development Reopening

Casetta Group’s Casa Cody Reopens, Debuts Revitalization And Historic Restoration

Casa Cody, the oldest operating hotel in Palm Springs, has reopened following a significant restoration and revitalization project under the management of Casetta Group to usher the renowned Palm Springs establishment into the present day with respect to its Spanish Colonial Revival heritage, adobe hacienda architecture, and enduring spirit. A time-honored oasis under the open skies of the California desert, Casa Cody's next chapter is a symphony of classic elegance with historical elements alongside a modern aesthetic and lifestyle amenities and services.

Casetta Group
Palm Springs, California, United States
Appointment

Nicholas Kabetso has been appointed as Director of Restaurants, Bars & Events at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel

Nicholas Kabetso has been newly appointed to lead the four restaurant and bar concepts at the award-winning Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs as Director of Restaurants, Bars & Events. Working alongside Executive Chef Dan Grunbeck, Kabetso plays a key role in operational strategy, development and management for the culinary, beverage, and events programming at 4 Saints, Juniper Table, High Bar, and Window Bar in addition to the 153-room downtown Palm Springs hotel.

IHG
Palm Springs, California, United States