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Samuel Peery has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot

Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, the 202-room hotel located in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District, announces today the appointment of Samuel Peery as executive chef. In his new role overseeing the hotel's food and beverage program, Chef Peery will lead the kitchen and develop new and exciting menus for Hotel Fontenot's restaurant and bar concepts, including the elevated and energetic cocktail lounge Peacock Room, neighborhood café Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats, and a new concept coming early next year, along with expanded banquet and event catering service.

IHG
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Renovation

The Pelham Hotel In New Orleans Debuts Full Interior Renovation

The 65-room Pelham Hotel, located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, announces the completion of an extensive interior renovation, including a redesign of the lobby, guest rooms and bathrooms, guest corridor and more. The renovation comes as a result of new ownership by AMS Hospitality, the hospitality division of Southeast-focused real estate development firm, Allen Morris Company, and Black Salmon, the Miami-based national real estate investment and development firm. The hotel is managed by HRI Lodging, LLC and with design led by Suomi Design Works.

HRI Hospitality
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Renovation

Hilton Garden Inn in Lafayette/Cajundome, Louisiana Completes Major Renovation

LBA Hospitality, an Alabama-based hotel management company, is pleased to announce that renovations have been completed to the Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome. The hotel, located at 2350 West Congress Street in Lafayette, Louisiana has undergone a complete revitalization of its 153 guestrooms and public spaces. The newly refreshed hotel is owned by Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. of Richmond, Virginia and managed by LBA Hospitality.

Hilton Garden Inn
Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
Development Renovation

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District Unveils Multi-Phased Renovation

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District unveiled today a multi-phased renovation that includes its transformed guest experience with new public spaces, meeting spaces and guest rooms, as a part of the continued reinvention of Marriott Hotels, the signature flag within Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 hotel brands. The design transformation provides a premium elevated experience that speaks to the needs of today's modern traveler.

Marriott
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Cole Wallace has been appointed as Hotel Manager at The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Wallace joins The Roosevelt New Orleans with over 26 years of experience in the hospitality industry. In his new role as hotel manager at The Roosevelt, Wallace oversees all operating departments, including the rooms division, engineering, and food and beverage operations. He says all his efforts aim to deliver a seamless luxury guest experience, and he emphasizes positive energy both with leading team members and with guests.

Hilton
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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The Frenchmen Hotel is Reborn

In time to welcome guests making the pilgrimage to New Orleans for the return of Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest, the fully renovated and reimagined The Frenchmen Hotel (417 Frenchmen Street) will open on February 1, 2022. There is nowhere better than iconic Frenchmen Street to celebrate the rebirth of New Orleans' favorite season. Award-winning entrepreneur and restaurateur, Robert Thompson, has thoughtfully reimagined and breathed new life into the historic, boutique hotel situated at the doorstep of the treasured Marigny neighborhood, just one block off Esplanade and the French Quarter.

The Frenchmen Hotel
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Opening

Newstream Capital Partners Opens IHG Branded Hotel Indigo French Quarter in New Orleans

Newstream Capital Partners has announced the opening of its 10-story, 143-key IHG Hotel Indigo New Orleans - French Quarter. The complete renovation and conversion of the former Royal St. Charles was orchestrated by Newstream, who managed the hotel's property improvements. HP Hotels assisted on the rebranding and will be the hotel's third-party property manager. Newstream Capital Partners President, CEO and Partner Tim Nystrom made the announcement.

Indigo
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Pipeline

Paramount Hospitality Management Set to Open Element Baton Rouge South

Element by Westin®, part of Marriott International, is set to debut on Wednesday, December 8, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with the opening of the 123-room Element Baton Rouge South. Located at 8649 Summa Avenue, the hotel will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Summa Lodging, LLC and managed by Paramount Hospitality Management of Atlanta, Georgia. General Manager Brandon Cantrell and Director of Sales Kathleen Hodgins lead the management team at the new longer-stay hotel.

Element® By Westin
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
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Laurie Guidry has been appointed as Area Director of Sales, Mexico at Auberge Resorts Collection

A native to Louisiana, Guidry joins the brand from The J Collection in New Orleans, where she drove the success of the sales and marketing team with a specialty in financial operations, leadership, and consistent brand messaging to secure bookings and ensure meaningful guest experiences. Prior to settling down in her hometown, she spent six years in California polishing her broad skill set at Fairmont Hotel & Resorts, eventually departing as Director of Group Sales. Guidry will utilize her experience, managing 17 luxury properties and overseeing two openings, by spearheading sales from the Southeastern and Southern U.S. target guest markets for all Mexico resorts. She brings an infectious energy to her work, one which is rooted in her deep passion for hospitality, travel and culinary.Guidry is based in New Orleans with her tight-knit family. In her downtime, she enjoys the expansive culinary delights and rich culture of the city and also volunteers for safe housing nonprofit, Hotel Hope. Guidry holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from the University of South Carolina, Columbia as well as industry awards from Where Magazine and Interstate Hotels & Resorts.

Auberge Collection
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Rebranding

New voco Hotel debuts in New Orleans

The voco St. James Hotel New Orleans, owned by BM Hotels and managed by NOLA Hotel Group, is located two blocks from the French Quarter in the landmark Banks Arcade. It is within walking distance of more than 200 restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, as well as antique stores, boutiques, and museums. The St. James opened in 1833 as a meeting place for local merchants to conduct business and support the neighborhoods above Canal Street. In 1859, the building was renovated, and the original St. James hotel opened. With many unique floor plans, all rooms are inspired by the spirit of New Orleans.

voco Hotels
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Lisa Miller has been appointed as General Manager at ONE11 Hotel

ONE11 Hotel - the French Quarter's first new hotel in more than 50 years - is thrilled to announce the appointment of seasoned industry expert and New Orleans local Lisa Miller as the General Manager. In this new role, Miller will oversee day-to-day operations of this 83-room boutique hotel, which was transformed from a former sugar refinery located on New Orleans Historic Sugar District Waterfront.

TPG Hotels
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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The Siegel Group Brings Siegel Select® Extended-stay Brand to New Orleans

The Siegel Group Nevada, Inc., a real estate investment and management company, announced today that it had acquired two properties previously operated as the Motel 6 New Orleans and Studio 6 New Orleans. This acquisition increases the number of Siegel Suites® (www.siegelsuites.com) and Siegel Select® (www.siegelselect.com) properties throughout the United States to over 60 and marks the brand's fifth location in the Louisiana market. These locations are in addition to the company's significant presence throughout Nevada, Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, South Carolina and Ohio.

The Siegel Group Nevada, Inc.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Opening

Virgin Hotels New Orleans Opens Today In The Big Easy's Warehouse District

Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson, opens the doors to Virgin Hotels New Orleans on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Located in the city's artsy Warehouse District, the new hotel delivers thoughtful yet playful references to the city. The hotel features multiple dining and drinking outlets, including the 13th-floor bar, Dreamboat, a cocktail lounge; The Pool Club, a rooftop pool, restaurant, and bar; Commons Club, the brand's flagship restaurant, bar and lounge, and Funny Library Coffee Shop—plus various meeting and event spaces.

Virgin Hotels Collection
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Barry Rodriguez has been appointed as Director of Sales at Virgin Hotels New Orleans

A key addition to the team, Rodriguez is a veteran of the local hospitality industry with 17 years of hotel sales experience with luxury destinations throughout New Orleans. Rodriguez began his hotel sales career as a Corporate Sales Manager preparing for the opening of the Loews New Orleans Hotel in 2003. As a pre-opening team member, he contributed extensively to the property's initial marketing campaign and the bid for the hotel's AAA Four Diamond rating. He l ater joined the Windsor Court New Orleans in 2004, where he rose through the ranks from Sales Manager to Director of Sales and Marketing. In 2010, he took a position as Director of Sales at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans. Rodriguez returned to the Loews New Orleans Hotel in 2016 as Director of Sales and Marketing, a role he enjoyed until accepting the offer to join the opening team at Virgin Hotels New Orleans.

Virgin Hotels
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States