The Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa located at 4000 Westcliff Drive in Hood River, Oregon is excited to unveil its new look on Tuesday, February 14 after a multi-million dollar transformation to the entire property. The 42-room property is managed by A-1 Hospitality Group of Kennewick, Washington and the historic renovations were completed by InnSpace of Kalispell, Montana.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announced the signing of its first Vignette Collection hotel in the United States in McMinnville, Ore. Scheduled to break ground in late 2023 and open in 2025, The Gwendolyn will occupy a coveted location along McMinnville's historic Third Street retail and cultural district and in the heart of the state's famed Willamette Valley wine region. The hotel additionally represents a desirable destination for all travelers seeking a variety of adventures, only an hour drive from both the state's Pacific coast and downtown Portland.
Mereté Hotel Management continues its commitment to growth and expansion of their portfolio with the opening of the new Springhill Suites by Marriott Medford Airport. The131 all-suites hotel opened November 3rd, is managed by Mereté Hotel Management, and is owned by Navigators Hospitality, LLC. Ms. Shannon Johnson, with over 30 years' experience in the hospitality industry and recipient of Hotel Management Magazine's General Managers to Watch 2020, has been selected to be the General Manager of this hotel.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Jean-Luc Laramie has been appointed the general manager of the Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port. Mr. Laramie brings over 15 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the general manager for the Waterman Hotel in Santa Barbara, California.
Coast Hospitality Management announced today the appointment of a new managing director for The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton™.
Claudia Bowers brings over 15 years of experience in hospitality to her role as Director of Sales and Marketing at the Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel in Portland, Oregon. Her rich background in luxury sales, business development and event management is rooted in her work at some of Oregon's top wineries and top tier hospitality brands.
Vance Roderick brings over 35 years of experience to his role as General Manager of Food and Beverage at King Tide Fish & Shell. A Portland native, Vance began his career in hospitality at the age of 14,serving in different positions at various restaurants.
Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel welcomes Laura Maldonado to her role as General Manager. Originally from Puerto Rico, Laura fell in love with the hospitality industry at a young age due to the regular weekend family outings spent visiting local hotels. Laura fell in love with the art of service provided by the industry and the overall guest experience.
Hotel completely reimagined after a multi-year, $15 million renovation.
Originally from Belgrade, Serbia, Andrejic is a graduate of the College of Hotel Management at the University of Belgrade with a bachelor's degree in hospitality management. He has experience in a variety of leadership positions within the hospitality industry, including the Park Hyatt Washington D.C., the Kimpton Donovan Hotel and the Kimpton Rouge. He was most recently the general manager of The Elizabeth Hotel, Autograph Collection in Fort Collins, Colo.
Brandt Hospitality Group, a hotel development and management company based in Fargo, North Dakota is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of the AC Hotel by Marriott Portland Beaverton. The four-story property located at 15705 NW Blueridge Drive, right next door to the Element by Westin Portland Beaverton, started accepting guests on September 14, 2021.
Hotel to transform guest experience with new amenities and enhancements throughout.
Commonwealth Hotels announces that Karen Ouellette has been promoted to the Director of Sales and Marketing of the Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port.
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton™ and Coast Hospitality Management, announced today the official conversion of the 287-room historic hotel in downtown Portland, Oregon. Built by philanthropist and innovator Simon Benson, this fabled, European-style hotel is the last of its kind. No other hotel in the region comes close to the quintessential elegance, amenities and charm of The Benson. The property features two restaurants, historic meeting and event spaces, and is walkable to the city's bustling downtown. In addition to its spacious guestrooms and suites, the property honors its rich history through the Historic Stairwell, a mini-museum, featuring over 160 photos and stories of Portland and its many historic landmark buildings, including the venerable Benson Hotel and its transformation over 100 years. In addition to building Portland's finest hotel, Simon Benson, successful lumber baron, businessman and philanthropist, spent a decade of public service directed to the State of Oregon and the City of Portland, and his many contributions are highlighted in the stairwell.
The Hotel Zags, a new boutique hotel in Downtown Portland focused on outdoors immersion, inclusivity and exceptional guest experience, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rachel Wilson to the role of General Manager. Ms. Wilson brings an exceptional background in boutique hotel operations to The Hotel Zags and the Sage Independent Hotel Collection and will support The Hotel Zags in its commitment to providing an authentic, diverse and unique Portl and experience.
Oxford Capital Group, LLC today announces the signing of a long-term lease agreement for The Porter Hotel Portland (218 SW Jefferson Street) with the owner of the property, Germany's Union Investment. Part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, The Porter is a recently developed 16-story, 296-room high design, full service, luxury lifestyle hotel located at the corner of 2nd Ave. and Columbia St. in downtown Portland's Fountain District.
While the effects of COVID-19 on Maine's overall economy—and the hospitality industry specifically— have been significant, one hotel chose to make the most of the reduction in visitors brought on by the pandemic by undertaking a major renovation effort. The Courtyard Portland Downtown hotel, located on Commercial Street in the heart of the Old Port, recently completed the renovation of all 132 guest rooms and public spaces.
Los Angeles-based Palisociety has announced the opening of itsnewest property in the Pacific Northwest, Hotel Grand Stark, now welcoming guests to the city's CentralEastside neighborhood.
RLH Corporation announced today the grand opening of their sixth Signature Inn property, the newly renovated Signature Inn Eugene, Oregon. This property will be the second of its kind in Oregon, following Signature Inn Bend which opened its doors in 2019. Formerly the Rodeway Inn Eugene, the property is an ideal stay for adventure travelers and hikers, offering them opportunities to explore the area via the nearby Willamette River and surrounding mountains.
Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem (www.salem.home2suites.com). Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 82 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Salem complements the region and state's growing tourism industry. 2019 was Oregon's tenth consecutive year of growth in travel spending. Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley also set records in travel spending, visitation and employment in 2019, generating $638.9 million and hosting more than 2.6 million visitors.*