-Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes is proud to announce the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation of its guestrooms and suites, fitness center and expansion of outdoor meeting space and the lobby bar's outdoor dining area.
Aqua-Aston Hospitality opens Fairfield Inn & Suites Tempe and TownePlace Suites Tempe, two brands under one roof in Tempe, Arizona. Led by California-based EKN Development, the four-story, 80,816 square-foot property shares common spaces - including The Way Station restaurant and bar, outdoor pool and hot tub and 24/7 fitness center. While 83 guest rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites cater to short-term leisure travelers, the 65 guest rooms at TownePlace Suites Tempe are thoughtfully designed for extended stays. Located across from bustling mixed-use retail hub Tempe Marketplace, the property is within close proximity to numerous shopping, dining and entertainment destinations, with Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport a 15-minute drive away.
Omni Hotels & Resorts introduces their newest hotel with top-of-the-class guest rooms, grade-A restaurants, bars, pool deck, the largest ballroom in Tempe and more.
Today, the highly anticipated Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU announced that it is accepting reservations for stays beginning on April 28, 2023, with rates starting at $275 per night.
With nearly 10 years of experience at Omni Hotels & Resorts, Todd Gagnon is a seasoned hotel professional and long-standing, passionate leader for the Omni brand. First joining Omni Hotels & Resorts in 2013 as director of operations at Omni Providence Hotel, Todd was quickly promoted to general manager at Omni Houston Hotel Westside. In 2018, he was promoted to general manager of the historic Omni Severin Hotel in Indianapolis, IN. Todd now joins Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, with integral leadership experience, and a vast knowledge of the company's culture, business acumen, and a firm understanding of this hotel's significance within the brand.
A seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, Matt Drusch brings 15 years of management experience to his new role as director of sales and marketing. Prior to joining Omni Hotels & Resorts, Matt built a dynamic career at both branded and independent hotels through his work as director of sales & marketing throughout the Midwest. In 2016, Matt was appointed to director of sales & marketing at Omni Dallas Hotel at Park West where he developed a strong sales staff and implemented strategic sales plans for the property. Most recently, Matt brought his talents to Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, where he served as director of sales to support the pre-opening team.
Over a career of 14 years in the hospitality industry, Ryan Kirby's experience as a hotelier has taken him from the sandy beaches of Hawaii, to the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles, and finally to the pristine landscape of the Arizona Sonoran Desert. He has dedicated his career to the hospitality industry where he has earned the privilege of working for some of the most prestigious hotels including The Westin Moana Surfrider, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills, and the W Scottsdale. He has worked for multiple brands including Westin, Sheraton, W Hotels, Fairmont, Aloft, and most recently, the independent lifestyle brand, Saguaro Hotels.
Omni Hotels & Resorts announced today it broke ground on Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, a 330-guest-room hotel, set to open in 2023, in the heart of downtown Tempe on the Arizona State University (ASU) campus. Peter Strebel, president of Omni Hotel & Resorts, broke ground alongside Tempe Mayor Corey Woods, as well as ASU President Michael Crow, Regent Bill Ridenour and John Creer, vice president of real estate at ASU, and other notable guests. The 16-story hotel, located at 7 East University Drive, will augment Tempe's revitalized downtown area, and bring some of the largest conference and meeting space to the city.
With the hotel's debut comes three distinct, brand-new dining concepts as well. Led by seasoned Valley Chef Alexander Robinson, the signature ground-f loor restaurant Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits features healthy cuisine that cleverly combines bold, rustic flavors with locally sourced ingredients to offer an authentic reflection of the Southwest's rich history, plus an innovative drink program packed with nature-infused craft cocktails, local Arizona brews and an impressive wine list. Subdued lighting, an expansive exhibition kitchen and a prominent liquor tower lend a warm, inviting quality to the space and present an intimate contrast to the adjacent lobby, which is separated by a striking, copper chain "veil" suspended from the ceiling.
The Westin Tempe, the largest new hotel to debut in Tempe, Ariz. in nearly four decades, has appointed Patti Hunt as the general manager ahead of their late summer opening.As the general manager of The Westin Tempe, Patti Hunt is a veteran of the hospitality industry with over three decades of experience successfully launching and managing luxury hotels within the portfolios of some of the world's leading hotel brands.Hunt comes to The Westin Tempe after illustrious tenures with the likes of Marriott Hotels International, Hilton Hotels, Starwood Hotels, Fairmont Hotels, Carlson Hospitality, and various other inde pendent brands. A distinguished hotelier, Hunt has acquired a number of prominent trade and leadership awards throughout her career, including the Business Impact Award by Downtown Tempe Authority, Hotel of the Year by Pacific Hospitality Group, General Manager of the Year by Marriott Hotels International, Hotel of the Year by Fairmont Hotels International, and the Pride, CARE Cup and Connie awards by Hilton Hotels, among others.Hunt has also been active in education, advocacy and professional development efforts within Arizona's tourism industry for over 26 years, having previously served as the President of the Arizona Hospitality Human Resources Association and the Tourism Commissioner for the Arizona Skill Standards Commission. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for both the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association and the Tempe Office of Tourism, as well as on the American Hotel & Lodging Association's Educational Institute Certificate Advisory Co uncil.Originally from Wisconsin, Hunt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse, and a Master's Certificate in Hotel, Revenue and Financial Management from Cornell University. After settling in Arizona in the early 2000s, she went on to represent the state as Mrs. Arizona America and as an ambassador for the Governor's Office. Through her work with countless charity, school and civic organizations, Hunt developed a strong desire to serve others, to which she credits her success as a hotelier today.
The seasoned hospitality team behind the highly anticipated hotel The Westin Tempe announced today that the property is nearing completion and is expected to make its debut this August, marking the city's largest new hotel opening in nearly four de cades.
est Western® Hotels & Resorts (BWHR) today announces the groundbreaking of its urban, upscale boutique brand, Vīb, in Tempe, Arizona. Vīb currently boasts 16 properties in the global pipeline, and Vīb Tempe will be joining locations in Springfield, Missouri; Bangkok, Thailand and Antalya, Turkey.
The Southwest's first Canopy by Hilton will opened its doors in the heart of downtown Tempe, ushering in a contemporary, full-service hotel offering guests a local experience with a boutique feel, all within the central core of one of the most vibrant, dynamic and growing cities in Arizona.
Driftwood Capital announced today that Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, Arizona's first Canopy by Hilton hotel and the first location for the brand in the Southwest, will open its doors early this spring in the heart of downtown Tempe.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tempe has completed its final phase of a $5 million hotel renovation. This renovation included a complete revamp of the hotel lobby, 24-hour fitness center, a 800-square foot meeting space, food and beverage area, all 128 guestrooms, and the hotel's exterior. The purpose of this renovation was to conform to the sleek and modern style of the Formula Blue design specifications by InterContinental Hotels Group. The renovation was managed by San Diego-based hospitality group RAR Hospitality which acquired Holiday Inn Express and Suites Tempe in September of 2015.
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC ("Crestline") announced today its management of the dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House hotels located on Arizona State University's Tempe Campus. The hotels, which are scheduled to open in the summer of 2020, will be the first dual-branded Hyatt Hotels in the Tempe market and the first hotels to be developed in the ASU Athletic District. The hotels will be a focal point of the 350-acre Novus Corridor on ASU's campus, which will ultimately include 3.9 million square feet of office space, nearly 4,000 homes, and 300,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space. The district was created in 2010 by the Arizona Legislature to generate funding for building and renovating ASU athletic facilities. The hotels are being developed by Mortenson Construction and will be owned by Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
Driftwood Acquisitions & Development (DAD) celebrated the groundbreaking of the Canopy by Hilton, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) lifestyle hotel brand, yesterday in Tempe, Arizona. Slated to open as a 198-room hotel by January 2020, Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown University Area is located in the heart of Tempe across the street from Arizona State University (ASU), one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States. Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM), DAD's affiliate, will manage the hotel. DAD is an innovative hospitality industry leader with decades of experience and a strategic focus on hotel and resort acquisitions."Tempe is a flourishing and energetic community," said Carlos J. Rodriguez Sr., CEO of Driftwood Acquisitions & Development. "We have an outstanding and ongoing relationship with Canopy by Hilton, and we are excited to work with the brand again to bring this project to the downtown area."
Mrs. Riley most recently served as the Director of Sales & Marketing at Frenchman’s Reef & Morningstar Marriott Beach Resort on St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands, where she oversaw the marketing relations and sales goals. Prior sales experience includes management positions at the Courtyard by Marriott Munich City Center in Munich, the Copenhagen Marriott Hotel in Copenhagen and for Marriott International in the Orlando International Sales Office. A native of Sweden who is fluent in six languages, Mrs. Riley has been honored with several industry awards, including leading the Regional & Global Sales Team of the Year for Marriott International in 2007.