Montage Palmetto Bluff is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon McGaunn as general manager. With over two decades of hospitality industry experience, McGaunn will oversee all day-to-day operations of the resort set within the 20,000-acre development of Palmetto Bluff.
The Charleston Place, a landmark hotel in Charleston's historic district, is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Robert Megargle to Managing Director. In this role, Megargle is overseeing the property's transition to an independent luxury boutique hotel under Beemok Hospitality, a Charleston, SC-based company with a growing portfolio of hotels, restaurants and entertainment venues. In the months to come, Megargle will continue to lead the hotel's next chapter and its forthcoming $100+ million transformation.
Hay Creek Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Albert Mertz as general manager of Hotel Hartness in Greenville, South Carolina. With more than 30 years of international luxury hospitality experience, Mertz brings invaluable expertise to his new role. A boutique hotel uniquely located within the 449-acre award-winning Hartness community, Hotel Hartness will offer a luxurious and idyllic retreat in proximity to downtown Greenville. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels, Hotel Hartness is set to open this fall and introduce incredible amenities and a level of service currently not offered in the market.
Beemok Hospitality Group, a Charleston, SC-based company with a growing portfolio of world-class hotels, restaurants and entertainment venues, today announces its investment plans for The Charleston Place, the company's flagship asset. A landmark in Charleston's historic district, The Charleston Place will officially transition from Charleston Place, a Belmond Hotel, to The Charleston Place, a locally owned and managed independent luxury hotel, on March 1, 2022.
Makeready, a hotel, restaurant and retail operator and management company, announced today that Carly Skinner has been named general manager at Emeline. Skinner joins the group after serving as general manager at Hotel June (Proper Hospitality) located in Los Angeles.
Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts and residences, today announces plans for a new coastal escape in South Carolina with The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. Located along the Charleston coastline in the waterfront community of Kiawah River, the property offers 2,000 acres of picturesque land with 20 miles of riverfront, scenic nature trails and abundant marshlands set amongst native flora and fauna. With the groundbreaking planned for January 2022, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, will be a charming, family-friendly getaway that invites guests to take in the simple pleasures of an authentic sea island lifestyle upon its opening in 2024.
WELCOME TO CHARLESTON'S FINEST HOUR The Loutrel, a new 50-room luxury hotel, opens its doors on November 1, bringing a chic retreat to Charleston's historic district. Inspired by the Holy City's famed gardens, The Loutrel, managed by Charlestowne Hotels, features a porch-inspired lobby and bar, private Clubroom reserved exclusively for hotel guests, rooftop terrace and lush biophilic-inspired design. Marrying Art Deco architecture with Southern charm, and just minutes from the neighborhood's bustling King Street, The Loutrel brings a fresh perspective to the city for travelers seeking a destination for culture, style and community.
Salamander Hotels & Resorts has appointed Robert McGrattan as the new executive chef of Hotel Bennett in Charleson, SC. The North Carolina native returns to the Carolinas with a focus on continuing to elevate the dining experience at Gabrielle, the hotel's signature restaurant.Hotel Bennett was recently ranked as the top luxury hotel in the country by readers of USA TODAY, while Gabrielle is Charleston's only restaurant to open onto Marion Square and features the city's largest outdoor fine-dining plaza. It can be accessed through the park or via Hotel Bennett. McGrattan's extensive culinary experience spans a 16-year career at some of the most celebrated kitchens and hotels in the country, including his most recent role as Executive Chef at The Sagamore Pendry Baltimore. During his time at Pendry, he elevated the culinary experience at the hotel's multiple dining venues, including the Rec Pier Chophouse and The Cannon Room. McGrattan previously served as Executive Sous Chef at the legendary Peabody Memphis where the fine dining restaurant Chez Philippe achieved a coveted Forbes Four-Star rating. He also redesigned the kitchen and menu at Capriccio Grill, the hotel's renowned steakhouse."I am a firm believer that food transcends everything in life," said McGrattan. "I put my soul into my cooking to enrich the lives of others, and am looking forward to sharing my cuisine and philosophy with Charlestonians, while also recognizing the city's celebrated culinary heritage." An Asheville, NC, native, McGrattan developed an appreciation for diverse techniques through his culinary arts education at Johnson & Wales in Charlotte. He honed his craft at Hutton Hotel in Nashville, holding sous chef and chef de cuisine positions, and has also received several honors including a James Beard Foundation invitation for menu development. He also had the opportunity to oversee the annual James Beard Foundation dinner.
Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced the opening of one of its newest properties, Home2 Suites by Hilton Anderson Downtown. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 87 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Located at 315 S. Main Street, Home2 Suites by Hilton Anderson Downtown complements the thriving downtown area and is close to all that the region offers.
Shepherd Hotels, a boutique hotel development and hospitality group aimed at increasing the employment futures of individuals with intellectual disabilities in the hospitality industry, is collaborating with Avocet Hospitality of Charleston, South Carolina to open the first Shepherd Hotel in Downtown Clemson, South Carolina.
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, a family-friendly resort located directly off Hilton Head Island's award-winning beaches, announces the appointment of Mike Tighe as the resort's General Manager.
HarbourView Inn, an intimate waterfront retreat in Charleston's Historic District, today unveils a $1 million interior refresh designed by notable South Carolina-based interior designer, Jenny Keenan.
IHG Army Hotels and Lendlease today announced the opening of the second new Candlewood Suites on Fort Jackson - Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels' fifteenth Candlewood Suites hotel in the high-quality portfolio made possible through Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL). The two-building, 317-room hotel is now fully completed, following the West building opening in October 2020.
Development is growing once again with its fifth waterfront location, the purchase of the South Bay Inn & Suites in Myrtle Beach.
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, a family-friendly resort located off Hilton Head Island's award-winning beaches, announces the appointment of Marya Moore as the resort's Director of Food & BeverageWith over 25 years' experience working in hospitality and management, Moore brings a dedicated and entrepreneurial spirit to the island resort where she oversees operations and staff for its five on-site restaurants, catering, and one-of-a-kind events. As the resort's Director of Food & Beverage, she's also responsible for maximizing profits, providing outstanding guest service, and implementing creative programming and promotions to enhance the guest experience.
Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) announces the opening of Liberty Place Charleston by Hilton Club in Charleston, South Carolina, near the site where the iconic Liberty Tree once stood. Celebrating the best of classic and contemporary, this elegant 100-unit resort is HGV's first property in historic Charleston. Radiating a sophisticated cultural design, the resort strikes the right balance between upscale and inviting and is a welcome addition to the historic neighborhood's landmarks, rich culture and culinary scene.
Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to rapidly expand around the country with the official start of construction on a Cambria hotel in Columbia, South Carolina. The four-story, 144-room upscale hotel is expected to open in Spring 2022, joining six other properties around the state in Charleston, Fort Mill, Greenville, Mount Pleasant, Rock Hill and Summerville.
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt hotel in Isle of Palms, S.C., is pleased to announce the appointment of Robb Walker as Managing Director. Walker most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of Catalina Island Company in Avalon, Calif.
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is pleased to welcome Adriaan Radder as General Manager of the award-winning resort. In his new role, Adriaan is responsible for the successful execution of all aspects of the resort's sales, marketing, financial and operations.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is pleased to announce the opening of Sweetgrass Inn at Wild Dunes, a newly built signature hotel located on four acres of the coastal Resort. Inspired by the sweetgrass that is indigenous to the South Carolina coast, Sweetgrass Inn is nestled among the dunes of Charleston's barrier island, Isle of Palms. Offering distinct, modern and beachy accommodations with elevated amenities for travelers beckoned by the Lowcountry, Sweetgrass Inn offers an inviting, lively retreat ideal for couples, families and groups. Sweetgrass Inn features 153 guest rooms and suites, a premier spa, two dining outlets, an expansive pool deck and first-class meeting and event spaces, in additionto full access to Wild Dunes Resort's established, award-winning golf courses, tennis club and white sand beaches.