Canada’s Iconic Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge Opens May 23 for the 2024 Season
The celebrated luxury wilderness lodge opens for the new season with a new Executive Chef and sustainability initiatives.
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Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia Undergoing Comprehensive Renovation
Vancouver's legendary city retreat to unveil reimagined accommodations and revived culinary and beverage spaces in 2024.
Coast Hotels Announces New Franchised Property in Burnaby, BC
Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America's fastest-growing and one of Canada's largest hotel brands, is pleased to announce the opening of its latest franchised property in Burnaby, British Columbia. Coast Metro Vancouver Hotel officially opened its doors to guests on November 07th and is offering a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers visiting Vancouver and the Lower Mainland region.
2026 Hyatt Centric Planned for Victoria, BC
Hyatt Centric Victoria - Old Town (2026), will be the first Hyatt branded hotel in Victoria, British Columbia and will join Hyatt's growing Boundless Collection portfolio in Canada. Centrally located in Old Town Victoria, home to Canada's oldest Chinatown and known for its historic brick buildings and walkable streets, the hotel will offer 135 rooms and suites, and dynamic food and beverage options including a restaurant, bar, lounge, and coffee shop. The property is owned by Chard Development Ltd.
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA Announces Guest Room Renovations
- Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America's fastest-growing and one of Canada's largest hotel brands, today announced that Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA, British Columbia, unveiled its plans for guest room renovations, set to begin in December this year with an estimated completion in the spring of 2024. These renovations will offer guests an elevated Refreshingly Local™ experience with a focus on comfort, intuitively designed rooms and suites, and unparalleled service.
Chelan Goonetilleke has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler introduces Chelan Goonetilleke as the new General Manager. Chelan's unwavering dedication to delivering the Four Seasons experience in this idyllic mountain setting ensures an exciting journey ahead.
Matthew Rolston has been appointed as Assistant Lodge Manager at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
Baillie Lodges' Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, nestled in the remote wilderness of Canada's Vancouver Island, officially announces its recent appointment of Assistant Lodge Manager Matthew Rolston. The Ontario native is excited to continue his career in the hospitality management industry, assisting the lodge in maintaining its stellar customer service, continuing its growth and success, and spearheading new initiatives. With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, Rolston brings unparalleled leadership expertise, exceptional guest service, and extensive knowledge of management and hotel operations to the lodge.
IHG Opens 71-key Holiday Inn Victoria - Elk Lake, BC, Canada
The Holiday Inn Victoria - Elk Lake features 71 fully renovated rooms (with plans to add 64 guest rooms in the near future), an outdoor swimming pool, fitness and meetings space; plus boasts the locally known, The Lakes Restaurant and Bar - serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, including a daily happy hour with lite bites and libations. Located in Saanich, the hotel is centrally located between Victoria International Airport (YYJ) and the bustling Victoria downtown area. Other popular nearby attractions include Butchart Gardens, Elk & Beaver Lake Provincial Park, Island View Beach and Cordova Bay Golf Course.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Courtenay - Comox opens in BC, Canada
The newly built Holiday Inn Express & Suites Courtenay - Comox features 93 spacious contemporary rooms, an indoor pool, fitness centre, guest laundry and meeting space. With each stay, guests can enjoy a brand staple - complimentary breakfast with a variety of fresh, hot items to choose from. Located just northeast of downtown Courtenay, the hotel provides easy access to the Comox Valley Airport and Canadian Forces Base. Other nearby attractions include Horne Lake caves, Mt. Washington, and taking in the picturesque scenery with a walk on the beach while enjoying the mountains in the backdrop.
Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo Announces Guest Room Renovations
Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America's fastest-growing and one of Canada's largest hotel brands, today announced that the Coast Bastion Hotel in Nanaimo, British Columbia, unveiled its plans for guest room renovations, set to begin in late November this year. These renovations will offer guests an elevated Refreshingly Local™ experience with a focus on comfort, intuitively designed rooms and suites, and unparalleled service.
Hotel Equities Announces Grand Opening of New Courtyard by Marriott in Nanaimo, BC
Today, Hotel Equities ("HE") announced the grand opening of the Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo, a 172-room hotel in downtown Nanaimo, British Columbia. Hotel Equities partnered with Utah-based commercial real estate leader PEG Companies ("PEG") and Petroglyph Development Group to manage the new hotel.
Harris Sakalis has been appointed as Executive Chef at Fairmont Vancouver Airport
With Mediterranean roots and global culinary expertise, Chef Harris Sakalis joins Fairmont Vancouver Airport as Executive Chef, leading the culinary operation including the hotel's award-winning Globe@YVR Restaurant and Jetside Lounge.
Introducing Eleven’s Eleventh Property, Eleven Revelstoke Lodge, BC
Leading experiential travel company Eleven, which celebrated its eleventh birthday on November 11th this year, announces the acquisition of its eleventh property, Eleven Revelstoke Lodge. A bucket-list destination for heli-skiers in the know, this new lodge is a game-changing addition to Eleven's global heli-skiing portfolio.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler Begins Nature-Inspired Renovations to Private Retreats
As part of a continued commitment by Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler to enhance its mountainside property and guest experience, an exciting renovation of its Private Residences is getting underway on this summer, with an anticipated completion date of December 2022.
Takashi Harada has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection and The Velvet Restaurant and Lounge in Rossland, British Columbia welcomes Takashi Harada as their new executive chef.
Graeme Benn has been appointed as Dual General Manager at JW Marriott Parq Vancouver & the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection in Canada
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver and the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection are thrilled to welcome Graeme Benn as dual property general manager. In his new role, Benn is responsible for overseeing both luxury properties, which anchor the buzz-worthy Parq Vancouver entertainment experience in downtown Vancouver.
Sajish Kumar has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
It's with great excitement that Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler announces Sajish Kumar as the property's new Executive Chef. After nearly four years with Four Seasons Resort Whistler, previously as Executive Sous Chef, Chef Kumar is now bringing his unique and impeccable skill set to lead the culinary experience at Braidwood Tavern and SIDECUT Steakhouse.
Estreya Gosalbez has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler welcomes Estreya Gosalbez as the new General Manager of the intimate mountain lodge. Following a long career in hospitality, Estreya returns to her first ever Four Seasons property to oversee both the Hotel and Residences.
David Curell has been appointed as General Manager at The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Josie Hotel is excited to announce Kelowna native and avid skier David Curell as the new general manager at Rossland's boutique ski-in, ski-out hotel.
Accor welcomes Hotel Belmont Vancouver into the MGallery Hotel Collection
World leading hospitality group Accor announced that effective today, December 1st, 2021, Hotel Belmont Vancouver will join the Group's global portfolio of hotels and resorts as the first Canadian property in the MGallery Hotel Collection. Located at the epicenter of Vancouver's entertainment district, the heritage property is a cultural and artistic nexus for locals and visitors alike, making Hotel Belmont Vancouver a perfect fit for MGallery's storied collection of individual, boutique-styled hotels. Hotel Belmont Vancouver - MGallery Hotel Collection marks the brand's first foray into the Canadian market, joining a global network of more than 100 unique addresses, now in more than 30 countries around the world. Created in 2008, MGallery shares a new vision of accommodation: the luxury of experiencing new emotions and sensations. Today this ambition is reflected in a collection of distinct hotels chosen for their memorable character, intended for those fueled by passion, curiosity and interest in the world around them. From the more than 234 pieces of Second Empire furniture displayed at the Grand Hôtel Beauvau in Marseille, France - to INK Amsterdam, the former home of the Dutch newspaper - to the Kyoto Yura Hotel, built around a Japanese garden, each MGallery has its own distinct design and story to tell. As part of the MGallery Hotel Collection, Hotel Belmont Vancouver will maintain its unique personality and bespoke design while also featuring some of the MGallery brand markers, such as sensorial mixology and artful storytelling. Upon joining Accor, Hotel Belmont Vancouver - MGallery Hotel Collection also becomes a part of one of the most attractive and powerful loyalty programs in the world, ALL - Accor Live Limitless.