Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced it has been selected to operate the currently under-construction, 160-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Halcyon Village Alpharetta on behalf of owners, Atlas Member Group of Alpharetta, LLC. The hotel is expected to open the beginning of 2021.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries, is continuing the fast-paced growth trajectory of its Trademark Collection by Wyndham brand in the U.S. with the addition of its first hotel in Atlanta, The Burgess Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham. This major market location is one of five hotels across five states - including Georgia, Florida, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and California - to recently join the brand, further cementing Trademark Collection's position as one of the fastest-growing soft brands in the hotel industry.
The enchanting château and full-service winery nestled among North Georgia's picturesque foothills, Château Élan Winery & Resort, today proudly announces the completion of its $25 million comprehensive renovation. As the first major renovation since its inception in the mid 1980s, the full redesign ushers in the newest chapter in its storied history by introducing a fresh, yet timeless, modernized design, while still honoring the existing estate's 16th century-style charm. Beckoning a new generation, the transformation includes a complete overhaul of 251 guestrooms and 24 suites, four new food and beverage outlets, the winery, as well as the resort lobby, with a facelift to the existing pool terrace and immersive spa.
A driven hospitality professional, Tenille Perry has worked in the hotel industry for almost two decades. Perry, a Toronto native, began her career in the food and beverage department at the flagship Four Seasons Hotel Toronto before transitioning to the Hilton Toronto. After spending time in catering and conference services, she moved to Atlanta to advance her career as a complex sales manager for the Embassy Suites and Hilton Garden Inn.
The 158-suite hotel developed and owned by Mitesh Patel of RAM Hotels, is located at 12075 Morris Road, Alpharetta, Georgia 30004 and offers guests convenient access to Alpharetta attractions such as the shops and restaurants of Avalon. RAM Hotels started operations in 2003 and currently owns/operates 23 hospitality properties in Alabama and Georgia. The company will be opening another two hotels within the next quarter, has four under construction, and four in the early planning phase.
With nearly 30 years of experience with Four Seasons hotels and resorts around the world, culinary mastermind Edgar Kano has landed in the South to lead the team as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta and one of the city's best restaurant and bars, Bar Margot.
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta announces its new Executive Pastry Chef Erica Lee. Lee is stepping into the role to oversee and contribute to the creative execution of the bustling pastry team. As a seasoned veteran of the leading luxury hotel brand, Lee joins the Atlanta team from Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. Lee will lead the pastry team with her cutting-edge eye for creativity to enhance the guest experience of favourite baked classics.
Charlestowne Hotels, a leading hospitality management company, proudly announces the grand opening of Hotel Simone. The hotel is the first independent property to be built from the ground up on the island in decades. The addition of Hotel Simone increases the company's diverse portfolio of managed properties and is its third property in Georgia.
Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is pleased to announce Stephane Mercier as the newly appointed general manager of the 127-room, 10-suite luxury hotel located in the heart of Buckhead, one of Atlanta's most sought-after neighborhoods. Most recently, Stephane was the general manager of Conrad Cartagena, where he directed daily hotel operations, overseeing finance, sales, marketing and revenue departments.
Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Lawrenceville Atlanta Sugarloaf. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. The four-story, 130-suite hotel is just minutes from Infinite Energy Center, Sugarloaf Mills and TPC Sugarloaf. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lawrenceville Atlanta Sugarloaf complements the significant travel and tourism growth in the greater Atlanta area.
EPELBOIM and IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) broke ground last month on a new EVEN® Hotel property in Atlanta. An innovative hotel, created with wellness at its core, will open in early 2021 in the Cobb Galleria area of Atlanta, Georgia. Dignitaries, executives and other key players who are instrumental in the upcoming hotel concept, attended the October 24, 2019 groundbreaking event. The roster of VIPs included: Arik Kono, Regional Vice President of Upscale Development for IHG; Eric Young, president and CEO of Reeves & Young; Jon Kurperus, Project Manager for Claro Development; Lamar Wakefield, President of Wakefield Beasley & Associates; and Noel Epelboim, President and CEO of EPELBOIM.
With over 30 years of hospitality experience, Alexander Busch joins Hilton Atlanta as the property's new director of food and beverage from the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, where he held the title of executive chef and director of food and beverage for nearly 25 years. In his new position, Alexander will be responsible for overseeing the hotel's culinary team, banquet operations and overseeing the hotel's four restaurants.
Executive Chef Christian Quiñones Vargas joins Hilton Atlanta with over 15 years of professional experience in the kitchen. In his new role, Chef Christian will be responsible for menu development, concept and programming for the hotel's signature restaurant Southern Elements, rooftop restaurant — Nikolai's Roof, Polynesian-style restaurant — Trader Vic's, in-room dining and banquet operations.
This week, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) celebrated the groundbreaking of one of the first Motto by Hilton hotels, in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood of Atlanta. The 146-room Motto by Hilton Atlanta Old Fourth Ward (O4W), slated to open in 2021, will join Waldo's, an $80 million modern mixed-use development project that will include food and beverage outlets and commercial and residential spaces. The development is led by Lucror Resources and equity partner Sixty West. The hotel will be operated by Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company.
The serene lakeside shores encircled by native Georgia pines set the stage for a journey of transformation at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee. Drawing inspiration from the lake views and lush landscapes that encompass the waterfront retreat, the resort's multi-million dollar renovation has begun and will spring new life into the luxury guest rooms and suites, Ritz-Carlton Club Level Lounge, and guest experiences - all capturing the spirit of effortless lake life.
A new chapter begins for a beloved, iconic landmark with the debut of The Candler Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton — one of the most highly anticipated hotel openings in Atlanta this year. The first Curio Collection by Hilton property to open in the city, the majestic property opens its doors today at 127 Peachtree Street NE in Downtown Atlanta.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announces plans for a second property in Atlanta, a 216-room adaptive reuse hotel in the heart of the city's Buckhead neighborhood. When it opens in late 2020, the Kimpton Buckhead will join the Kimpton Overland Atlanta Airport to offer rewards club members, travelers and locals two highly curated, locally programmed and thoughtfully designed stay experiences in Georgia's capital. IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), Kimpton's parent company, maintains its Americas headquarters in Atlanta, and the new Kimpton Buckhead marks an important expansion for the brand in this key market.
The Comfort hotel brand, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), reached a milestone in its transformation journey with the opening of the 500th hotel featuring the new logo in Dalton, Georgia. More than 1,000 hotels in Comfort's domestic system have now completed interior renovations with updated guestrooms and refreshed public spaces, and nearly one-third of the brand now reflects its modern identity on the outside of the hotel with new signage.
Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. announced the opening of Tru by Hilton Atlanta NW Kennesaw and Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta NW Kennesaw. The new hotel marks the award-winning hospitality company's first dual-branded property, bringing 170 rooms to Kennesaw's commercial district.
Chris Chadwick was recently hired as Executive Chef for the iconic Westin Peachtree Plaza in downtown Atlanta. With over two decades of working at some of the most prestigious hotels in the country, Chadwick is a seasoned professional at creating beautiful meals and fine dining experiences. Prior to his new role, Chadwick was Executive Chef at The JW Marriott Houston by the Galleria. He's also served in various roles at The Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, Orlando World Center Marriott, Atlanta Marriott Marquis, W Atlanta Downtown Hotel, and Atlanta Airport Marriott.