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Sonesta Opens a New Capitol Hill Hotel in the Heart of Washington, DC
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) announced today the opening of The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill, the newest addition to The Royal Sonesta portfolio. The first new luxury hotel to open on Capitol Hill since 1984, The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill introduces an elevated hospitality experience with a modern, high-touch approach to service.
Newly Renovated Suites Unveiled at the Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is pleased to announce three newly renovated suites at the 413-room luxury property.
Patricia Carre has been promoted to Hotel Manager at Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Patricia Carre appointed hotel manager for Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown. Mark Huntley, regional vice president Mid-Atlantic and general manager of the 413-room luxury hotel, made the announcement. "I am delighted to announce the promotion of Patricia Carre, who joined our team in 2022. Her extensive experience and expertise brings a great deal of merit to our guests and to our colleagues," states Huntley.
Tauseen Malik has been appointed as General Manager at The Morrow Hotel
Washington D.C.'s newest preeminent lifestyle destination, The Morrow Hotel, introduces Tauseen Malik, a business development strategist and hospitality management professional, to the position of general manager. In this role, Tauseen will continue to define the identity of The Morrow, a hotel located in the heart of Washington D.C.'s burgeoning NoMa's neighborhood, an exciting hub of culture, culinary delights, and destination-driven experiences and offerings for locals and guests alike.
Angela Bethea has been appointed as Executive Chef at Cambria Washington, D.C. Capitol Riverfront
Che' McKissic, corporate beverage director of Donohoe Hospitality Services (DHS), a division of Donohoe, today named Angela Bethea executive chef at RowHouse restaurant and Perch SW, the rooftop bar & lounge that sits atop the Cambria Hotel Washington, D.C. Capitol Riverfront. In her new role, Bethea will oversee, implement and regularly update the food & beverage program for the select-service hotel located within walking distance of Nationals Park, home of the Washington, D.C. Major League Baseball team.
Hotel Washington Ushers in New Era
Historic Washington, D.C. Hotel Reclaims Flagship Name as Part of Sophisticated Rebrand.
Alaina Sweeney has been appointed as Director of Operations at The St. Regis Washington, D.C.
Sweeney joins The St. Regis Washington, D.C. from The St. Regis Aspen Resort, where she served as the Director of Rooms and was the divisional leader of the Front Office and Housekeeping teams, as well as a member of the resort's Executive Committee. Under her supervision, the hotel was consistently a top performing property in Guest Contactless Journey Scores in the region and was featured on multiple regional calls for best practice standards. Prior to her position at The St. Regis Aspen Resort, Sweeney served as the Senior Manager of Room Operations for Operations Support Resources at Marriott International. There she shared and deployed her expertise of past practices, offering support throughout multiple Marriott International properties. Sweeney has also led as Assistant Director of Housekeeping & Butler Services at The St. Regis New York, Style Talent Coach at W New York, Room Operations Manager at Denver Marriott West, and more.
IHG debuts its first Vignette Collection hotel in the Americas
Today, IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the debut of Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC. Vignette Collection, the newest brand in IHG's fast-growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, is a family of distinct luxury hotels connected by a shared vision that travel can benefit local people and places. Nestled within Washington, D.C.'s eclectic Dupont Circle, Yours Truly is a bohemian-inspired haven designed to feel like a warm, welcoming home.
Recent Trends in Washington, D.C.’s Luxury Hotel Market
According to data compiled by STR, in recent years, the luxury segment has fallen 2–5% behind the Washington, D.C. market average in occupancy, while luxury rates have paced roughly $150 to $200 above average. This rate difference is largely due to a few luxury hotels that perform at a higher rate threshold than the remainder of the luxury class, including the Four Seasons, the Waldorf Astoria, both Ritz-Carlton properties, the Hay Adams, and the St. Regis. These higher-rated hotels make up 15% of the total luxury room supply in the District.The 2022 market-wide operating performance for District of Columbia hotels was roughly 62%, at an ADR of just above $240. The 2022 RevPAR falls more than $20 below the 2019 level. The luxury hotel segment, which comprises around 30 hotels, also did not fully rebound to the historical 2019 RevPAR levels in 2022. However, ADR for this segment grew to roughly 115% of the 2019 level.
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Meade Atkeson has been appointed as Area General Manager at Royal Sonesta, Washington DC Capitol Hill
With nearly 40 years of hospitality experience at properties under the Marriott International and Starwood Hotels & Resorts umbrellas, and with seven years at the helm of the beloved W Washington DC Hotel, Atkeson brings a passion for service and for our Nation's Capital to his new role.
Anna Blue has been appointed as President at AHLA Foundation
In this senior role, Anna will oversee the philanthropic mission of the Foundation, which aims to support the hotel industry's current workforce as well as aspiring hospitality professionals through the disbursements of scholarships, workforce development programs, and united efforts to eradicate human trafficking.
IHG Hotels & Resorts opens new Holiday Inn Express in Washington, DC
New hotel brings travelers another smart stay option in the heart of the nation's capital.
The Morrow Hotel, Washington D.C.’s Newest Lifestyle Destination, Debuts in The Heart of Noma
The Newly Constructed Hotel Joins Curio Collection by Hilton to Bring Culinary Offerings by Michelin-Starred Chef Nicholas Stefanelli, Artful Design, an Energetic Rooftop Bar Space, and Sophisticated Gathering Options to NoMa.
Tiffany Rioux has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at InterContinental Washington, D.C. – The Wharf
InterContinental Washington, D.C. - The Wharf is pleased to announce the appointment of Tiffany Rioux as Director of Sales and Marketing for the hotel. Bringing over 20 years of hospitality expertise and accomplishments, Rioux is brilliantly skilled and eager to take on the luxury waterfront property's overall sales, marketing, and public relations efforts.
The Doyle Collection continues its roll out of xnPOS with an installation at The Dupont Circle in Washington DC.
Global hospitality management software company Xn Global Systems Inc. proudly announced today that its long-standing POS customer, The Doyle Collection, has selected xnPOS to be the replacement POS for The Dupont Circle Washington, DC.
Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf Makes Its Debut in the Nation’s Capital
Pendry Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf, marking the seventh addition to the Pendry Hotels & Resorts portfolio and the brand's first location in our nation's capital. Located along The Wharf, a mile-long waterfront destination set on the Potomac River, Pendry Washington DC features 131 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites; three signature dining and bar concepts, including a pool terrace and rooftop cocktail lounge with panoramic views; Spa Pendry; a state-of-the-art fitness center; curated art collection and 7,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. Convention Center to Unveil Completion of Renovation Next Month
The top-to-bottom renovation introduces fully redesigned guest suites, public spaces, enhanced amenities, a new restaurant, and state of the art meeting spaces.
AAHOA Hosts Advocacy Conference with Top U.S. Senators and Representatives to Address Key Legislative Points Impacting the Hotel Industry
AAHOA Members and leaders from all over the country flew into Washington D.C. for AAHOA’s Fall National Advocacy Conference this past Wednesday to make their voices heard and shed light on the issues that matter most to America’s hotel owners. Hoteliers met and built relationships with more than 100 offices and 40 U.S. Senators and Representatives to push our policy priorities forward.
Salamander Hotels & Resorts and Henderson Park Unveil 373-Room Salamander Washington DC
Salamander Hotels & Resorts, the luxury hotel company founded by renowned business leader Sheila Johnson, along with Henderson Park, a global private equity real estate manager headquartered in London, yesterday launched Salamander Washington DC, bringing Salamander's welcoming and diverse style of luxury hospitality to the heart of the nation's capital for the first time.