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Edward D. Baten has been appointed as Complex General Manager at W Philadelphia & Element Philadelphia

Ed is the Complex General Manager of the highly-anticipated dual-branded development consisting of 755 rooms and 45,000 square feet of event space that will be home to both W Philadelphia and Element Philadelphia. W Philadelphia will be completed in Summer of 2021 and will have 295 rooms, including 39 suites, and will be located in Center City Philadelphia with sweeping views of the surrounding area.

Cornelia Sühr has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

In preparation for the much-anticipated reopening of Jean-Georges Philadelphia, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia announces the appointment of Cornelia Sühr as Chef de Cuisine. With its mirrored glass atrium and sky-high views, Jean-Georges Philadelphia is a destination where elevated dining and awe-inspiring architecture intersect to create an unforgettable experience.

Motto By Hilton Opens In Philadelphia’s Thriving Center City Neighborhood

This week, Hilton(NYSE: LDS), in partnership with Cafritz Interests, Parkway Corporation and Modus Hotels, announced the opening of Motto By Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, a 252-room hotel located in the heart of Center City Philly. This urban, lifestyle hotel caters to guests seeking modern, city-center lodging that embraces local culture.

Charles Lasvigne has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

Charles Lasvigne brings a passion for service with an extensive food and beverage background to his new role as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center, including having previously led the Food and Beverage division for the Hotel as Food and Beverage Director. Growing up a 76ers fan, Lasvigne has had sights on Philadelphia and joined Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia in 2017 as part of the pre-opening team. During this tenure as Food and Beverage Director, Lasvigne assembled an incredible team opening Jean-Georges Philadelphia, Vernick Fish, JG Sky High and Vernick Coffee Bar while creating a collaborative culture sharing a vision of excellence.

Hyatt Centric Brand Opens in Philadelphia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, expanding the Hyatt Centric brand's footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. This newly built 332-room upscale lifestyle hotel with 22 suites is centrally located in the heart of Philadelphia. The hotel features contemporary guestrooms and hotel amenities such as Drybar Buttercup salon-quality blow-dryers in each room, more than 5,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space, a lobby bar and restaurant featuring American cuisine, as well as a grab-and-go market. Located in one of Philadelphia's most desirable neighborhoods, Rittenhouse Square, the hotel is steps away from tree-filled parks, outdoor sculpture gardens, revered architecture, lauded dining, boutique shopping, and a lively nightlife. Only eight miles from Philadelphia International Airport, Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia connects travelers to popular Philadelphia historical and cultural attractions like the museum district on Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Independence National Historic Park.

Canopy by Hilton Opens in Heart of Philadelphia

Canopy by Hilton today opened Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia | Center City, the first Pennsylvania location of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) luxury and lifestyle hotel brand. The 236-room hotel, which is owned by National Real Estate Advisors, LLC on behalf of a client and their partners, and operated by Davidson Hotels & Resorts, is located at the East Market development in Center City, Philadelphia.

Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Reveals Exciting $30M Transformation

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International's most global brand, welcomes today the reimagined Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown hotel to its portfolio, following a $30M renovation. A Center City landmark at Logan Square and the second-largest hotel in the city, the property has deep roots in the local community and a long legacy of welcoming visitors to explore, relax, and enjoy the possibilities of travel. The downtown Philadelphia hotel is owned by Cambridge Landmark and operated by Aimbridge Hospitality.

Rory Lowe has been appointed as VP of Finance at Virgin Hotels in Philadelphia

Rory Lowe will also be joining the Virgin Hotels team from Two Roads Hospitality, where he previously served as Vice President of Finance overseeing Canada and the Eastern and Central United States. At Virgin Hotels, Lowe will work directly with other senior leaders to drive profitability at Virgin Hotels and provide financial leadership for all forthcoming openings. In his role at Two Roads Hospitality, Lowe oversaw the complex integration of their portfolio onto Hyatt's financial platforms and shared services environment. Prior to his years with Two Roads Hospitality, Lowe held several finance and food & beverage leadership roles with both Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and Marriott International. Lowe holds an MBA from Cornell University.

Now Open: Pod Philly, Philadelphia's First Micro-Hotel

The Pod Hotels continues its rapid brand expansion, adding to its portfolio Pod Philly, Philadelphia's first-micro hotel, which just opened its doors in the highly desirable Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Developed by Modus Hotels and Parkway Corporation, the 252-room property takes the title of the sixth Pod Hotel in the country, including Pod 39, Pod 51, Pod Brooklyn, Pod Times Square, and Pod D.C.

Now Open: Offsite At Fitler Club - Philadelphia’s Newest Collaborative Workspace

Filter Club, founded by David Gutstadt, made its debut in Philadelphia in June as the first private lifestyle club of its kind to combine world-class entertainment, social, wellness and business offerings under one roof. Offsite is the last piece of the puzzle that makes Gutstadt's vision for Fitler Club come to life as a true work/stay/play destination for a new generation of leaders.

PM Hotel Group Announces Opening of Renovated and Rebranded Philadelphia Marriott Old City

PM Hotel Group, one of the nation's leading hotel management companies, today announces the opening of the newly renovated and rebranded Philadelphia Marriott Old City in the heart of Philadelphia's most iconic historic neighborhood. The multi-million dollar renovation brings a welcoming, new flagship Marriott Hotels branded property to the area.