Hyatt Announces Plans for a New Hyatt Regency Hotel in San Francisco
Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, Park Central San Francisco is slated to become Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SoMa in 2022.
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Nobody Asked Me, But… No. 238: Hotel History: The Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco
Hotel History: The Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco, CA (592 rooms). The luxurious Grande Dame atop Nob Hill in San Francisco was named after U.S. Senator James Graham Fair (1834-1894) by his daughters, Theresa Fair Oelrichs and Virginia Fair Vanderbilt. When the silver king James Fair purchased the site back in the late 1800s, his interest was to build the largest mansion in the neighborhood.
By Stanley Turkel, CMHS, Hotel consultant, Stanley Turkel, MHS, ISHC
Experience Sky-High Luxury at the New Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
With a bold new look coupled with Four Seasons legendary service, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is now open.
Robert Megargle has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Robert Megargle was most recently the Hotel Manager at the original Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco on Market Street, and in 2016 was the first hotel professional to be named to San Francisco Business Times' "40 Under 40" in recognition of his leadership. Prior to his arrival in the city in 2014, his tenure includes positions in Maui, New York and his home city of Detroit.
Dr. W. Steve Albrecht has been appointed as Non-Executive Director on the Board at OYO Hotels & Homes, San Francisco
OYO Hotels & Homes today announced the appointment of Dr. W. Steve Albrecht as non-executive director on the company's Board of Directors. He will join the board that has Industry experts like Troy Alstead, former COO Starbucks, Gerardo Issac (Gerry) Lopez, Operating Partner at SoftBank Vision Fund, Betsy Atkins, CEO & Founder of Baja Corporation, Munish Varma, SoftBank Investment Advisers, Bejul Somaia, Managing Director, Lightspeed Venture Partners and Mohit Bhatnagar, Managing Director, Sequoia Capital and Aditya Ghosh, former CEO - OYO India & South Asia & Former President, Indigo Airlines, making it a powerful, diverse, and truly global combination.
Be Among The First To Experience Sky-High Luxury At Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco At Embarcadero
Boasting the area's best views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay and the glittering city below, the new Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is now confirming arrivals beginning October 1, 2020. Located on the top 11 floors of the 48-storey 345 California Center in the heart of the city's Financial District, the hotel will reopen this spring after extensive enhancements as a Four Seasons experience.
Radisson RED San Francisco Market Street to Open Q4 2022
That makes two for Radisson RED in San Francisco with the signing of Radisson RED San Francisco Market Street. The hotel will be part of a historic building on Market Street and will undergo a $14 million renovation to bring the Radisson RED brand to life. There will be 120 guest rooms, a fitness center, a game room and the brand's signature restaurant, OUIBar + KTCHN. The hotel will be in the perfect location for business or leisure guests. Within walking distance or a quick trolley ride, guests can visit Oracle Park, Moscone Center and Union Square. The hotel is also across the street from the headquarters for both Uber and Twitter. The hotel is anticipated to open Q3 2021. At last year's conference, Radisson Hotel Group announced the signing of the new-build Radisson RED San Francisco Airport set to open in Q4 2022.
Avi Brosh's Palisociety Announces Debut of Palihotel San Francisco
Avi Brosh's Palisociety, the independent hotel brand behind award-winning properties throughout the country, has announced the opening of its newest west coast hotel, Palihotel San Francisco. The property joins the brand's heralded collection of bespoke, dynamic neighborhood-centric hotels as one of six new 2018/2019 openings, alongside Palihotel Culver City (Condé Nast Traveler Hot List 2019), Palihotel Seattle (Travel + Leisure It List 2019), Palihouse Miami Beach (Travel + Leisure It List 2020), Silver Lake Pool & Inn and Palihotel Westwood Village.
1 Hotel To Open In San Francisco, Early 2021
1 Hotels announces its newest property in California's Bay Area, 1 Hotel San Francisco. Currently operating as Hotel Vitale, the property will undergo an extensive reinvention, inspired by the mission-driven, sustainable, luxury ethos 1 Hotels have cultivated, and embracing the beauty of the northern California landscape. The newest West Coast property will be operated by SH Hotels & Resorts, a subsidiary of Starwood Capital Group, a global private investment firm.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants To Expand In Hometown Of San Francisco
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced today a new property in San Francisco, a 248-room hotel in the prime waterfront location of Fisherman's Wharf. When it opens this summer, the Kimpton Alton Hotel will join two other Kimpton San Francisco hotels to offer travelers an elevated and thoughtfully designed travel experience in one of the most coveted neighborhoods in the country.
Mid-Market Neighborhood welcomes BEI San Francisco
BEI San Francisco, formerly the Holiday Inn San Francisco-Civic Center, officially completes a top-to-bottom $30 million renovation. One year ago, the lifestyle hotel officially reflagged to become the newest independent lifestyle hotel in the quickly growing Mid-Market neighborhood. An investment by BEI Capital with a sister property in Beijing, BEI offers 396 guest rooms, two dining options (Sum and Ren) and 10,000 square feet of coworking, meeting, and event space.
W San Francisco Completes Gold Fever Guest Room Renovation And Redefines Exceptional Experiences
W San Francisco is pleased to celebrate the completion of its Gold Fever guest room renovation with an expanded roster of exceptional guest services. Located in the bustling heart of San Francisco's forward-looking SoMa neighborhood, W San Francisco's bold transformation reflects the city's distinctive culture, historic landmarks, electric urban energy and non-stop social scene. Inspired equally by San Francisco's Gold Rush era and its present-day fortune seeking, the new guest room design prompts guests to explore creative spaces and dares innovative minds to kick-start their own story at W San Francisco.
Erik Mendoza has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn – San Francisco Airport North
Mendoza began his hospitality career with Stonebridge Companies in 2012 as a guest services manager before holding various general manager, task force general manager and assistant general manager positions. He returns to Stonebridge after working as general manager of the Hilton Garden Inn in Anchorage, Alaska.
Ron Ryan has been appointed as General Manager at YOTEL San Francisco
The tech-driven YOTEL brand is pleased to welcome a new senior-level addition to the team with the recent appointment of Ron Ryan as General Manager of YOTEL San Francisco. The aviation-inspired hotel, which opened its doors earlier this year in February 2019, is now embarking upon its next chapter with the addition of global hospitality industry veteran, Ryan at its helm. A seasoned leader in the travel industry, Ryan brings over 25 years of expertise in marketing, brand development, and hotel management to the newly opened property situated in the Mid-Market neighborhood.
Dawn Taylor-Cole has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Clancy, Autograph Collection
The Clancy, a new Autograph Collection property in downtown San Francisco Downtown, will open its doors in early 2020 in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood, taking the place of the Courtyard San Francisco Downtown. But Dawn Taylor-Cole, the hotel's new Executive Chef, is already transforming the property's culinary offerings. In her new role, she will focus on The Clancy's upcoming restaurant concept, Seven Square Taproom, creating artful Modern Californian cuisine. Bringing the back-alley craftsman to the forefront, Seven Square Taproom is approachable and instantly familiar - a perfect stop for lunch, happy hour or dinner.
RIU Hotels & Resorts Acquires 531-Room Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco
RIU Hotels & Resorts has added a new hotel to its Riu Plaza brand in the United States through the acquisition of the 531-room Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. The new Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is located at 2500 Mason Street, in the heart of one of San Francisco's most storied and vibrant neighborhoods and central to the city's most iconic sites and attractions.
San Francisco Marriott Marquis Invites Guests To Let Their Minds Travel As It Reveals Refreshed Design
The iconic San Francisco Marriott Marquis today unveils an extensive transformation, tailored to facilitating the most inspiring environment for the mind. Celebrating one of the world's most innovative cities, the newly-designed Marriott Marquis seamlessly connects travelers to San Francisco's culture of thoughtful design and creative brilliance.
Hyatt and San Francisco International Airport Proudly Announce Opening of Grand Hyatt at SFO
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today announced the opening of Grand Hyatt at SFO, which is now accepting guests. As the only on-airport hotel at San Francisco International Airport, the $237 million luxury hotel sits on 4.2-acres and features 351 rooms including 22 suites, 14,435 square feet of well-appointed meeting and event space, two distinct culinary concepts, and an impressive art collection that was curated exclusively for the hotel by the San Francisco Arts Commission.
citizenM coming to San Francisco's Union Square in 2020
citizenM is planning to open its first California hotel in 2020. CitizenM San Francisco Union Square, a 12-story building located at 72 Ellis Street, will be the first of three locations in the Bay Area. The 195-room, 130-foot-tall hotel will feature a rooftop public space, a large lobby area, outdoor terraces, and 1,200 sf of privately owned public open space. Amenities include a fitness center, meeting space, and 6,100 sf of varied retail uses on its ground floor and mezzanine.
Cindy Ramesh has been appointed as Complex Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Parc 55 San Francisco
Cindy Ramesh has been named complex director of sales and marketing for Hilton Hotels of San Francisco of Union Square, according to Terry Lewis, complex general manager of the two hotels set in the heart of Union Square and a short walk to Moscone Center, the Financial District and Chinatown. Ramesh is replacing Frank Manchen who has been promoted to executive director, Hilton Direct, which specializes in booking group events of all sizes for Hilton hotels worldwide.