Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale, Paradise Valley's upscale boutique resort situated between Camelback and Mummy Mountains, is pleased to announce the appointment of Yulissa Acosta as chef de cuisine of the resort's signature restaurant, Hearth '61.
IHG® Army Hotels (IHG) and Lendlease, a leading global real estate and investment group, announce the opening of the Candlewood Suites® hotel on Aberdeen Proving Ground in Aberdeen, Md.
Today, the highly anticipated Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU announced that it is accepting reservations for stays beginning on April 28, 2023, with rates starting at $275 per night.
Mii amo, a destination spa in Sedona, Arizona, announced its plans to reopen on February 2, 2023 and revealed details of its $40 million renovation and expansion.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa, an award-winning luxury Phoenix resort and part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, today announced the completion of a comprehensive $1.4 million dollar renovation of its Mediterranean-inspired indoor meeting spaces. The completion of the project signals the next era of meetings, groups and events offerings as the storied resort progresses towards its 75th anniversary year in 2023.
With nearly 10 years of experience at Omni Hotels & Resorts, Todd Gagnon is a seasoned hotel professional and long-standing, passionate leader for the Omni brand. First joining Omni Hotels & Resorts in 2013 as director of operations at Omni Providence Hotel, Todd was quickly promoted to general manager at Omni Houston Hotel Westside. In 2018, he was promoted to general manager of the historic Omni Severin Hotel in Indianapolis, IN. Todd now joins Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, with integral leadership experience, and a vast knowledge of the company's culture, business acumen, and a firm understanding of this hotel's significance within the brand.
A seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, Matt Drusch brings 15 years of management experience to his new role as director of sales and marketing. Prior to joining Omni Hotels & Resorts, Matt built a dynamic career at both branded and independent hotels through his work as director of sales & marketing throughout the Midwest. In 2016, Matt was appointed to director of sales & marketing at Omni Dallas Hotel at Park West where he developed a strong sales staff and implemented strategic sales plans for the property. Most recently, Matt brought his talents to Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, where he served as director of sales to support the pre-opening team.
Hampton by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton Tucson Downtown, owned by FHG DTN Tucson Owner, LLC and operated by Fayth Hospitality Management, LLC, today announced Patricia Manzanares has been promoted to general manager.
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is pleased to announce an $80 million transformation as it celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Showcasing a fresh, modern design inspired by the surrounding destination, the expansive property, set across 316 acres of sweeping Sonoran Desert, introduces a refreshed lobby, beautifully redesigned guest rooms, and the resort's new signature restaurant, Tía Carmen. And, in 2023, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa plans to unveil a reimagined and expanded pool complex and another new restaurant concept.
Opwest Partners, a Scottsdale-based investment and development firm, has partnered with Tucson-based Iridius Capital to open Tucson's first soft branded lifestyle hotel inside the iconic One South Church building in early 2023. The first nine floors of the building are currently being renovated into The Leo Kent, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel, while the upper floors of the tower have been upgraded and will continue to function as office space. The repositioning from office to hotel at One South Church is one of only a few high-rise adaptive reuse conversions that have been executed in the state of Arizona.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is thrilled to announce the appointment of John Fraser to senior sous chef of Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is thrilled to announce the appointment of Eric Duchene to executive chef of the 453-room resort.
Travelers headed to Grand Canyon now have a new option for in-park accommodations. After its $35 million reconstruction by Xanterra Travel Collection, Maswik South Lodge is the first new lodging inside the park in over 50-years and is just footsteps away from the Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim. Constructed in 1971, the original 90 rooms have been replaced with 120 new lodging units across four new lodging structures in the same general location.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of world leading hospitality group Accor, together with Thunderbird Legacy Development, today announced the signing of definitive agreements for the development and management of a new Fairmont Hotel and Residences in downtown Phoenix. Scheduled to open in early 2025, Fairmont Phoenix will offer a luxury hotel and residential experience unlike anything in the downtown market and will join an impressive portfolio of iconic luxury hotels in North America, including brand flagships such as Fairmont Grand del Mar in San Diego; The Plaza, a Fairmont Managed Hotel in New York City; and the recently reimagined Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, among others. Fairmont Phoenix will be located in downtown Phoenix at the southern end of the Central Business District, just a short walk from the Phoenix Convention Center, the sports and entertainment district and the emerging Warehouse District. The 25-story property will feature 225 guestrooms, including 34 suites, and 151 Fairmont branded residences. The generously sized guestrooms will represent the highest quality room in the downtown Phoenix market with sweeping views of downtown, the South Mountains, Tempe, and Camelback Mountain.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North announces the appointment of 14-year Four Seasons veteran Rita Vale as the new Director of Food and Beverage. Rita joins the property from Four Seasons Hotel Macao, where she most recently served as Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Romane to the role of general manager of Arizona's largest hotel located in the heart of downtown. As a seasoned hospitality professional and resort manager, Romane brings more than 25 years of experience to his new role at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, which was recently reimagined from top-to-bottom as part of Sheraton's worldwide transformation of its guest experience vision.
Over a career of 14 years in the hospitality industry, Ryan Kirby's experience as a hotelier has taken him from the sandy beaches of Hawaii, to the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles, and finally to the pristine landscape of the Arizona Sonoran Desert. He has dedicated his career to the hospitality industry where he has earned the privilege of working for some of the most prestigious hotels including The Westin Moana Surfrider, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills, and the W Scottsdale. He has worked for multiple brands including Westin, Sheraton, W Hotels, Fairmont, Aloft, and most recently, the independent lifestyle brand, Saguaro Hotels.
Daniel Padilla has been named Director of Sales and Marketing for the 575-room JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa. The resort's General Manager Dean Callahan made the announcement. Padilla launched his career in 2007 at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa where he was hired as an event manager until 2011. From there, he held management positions in housekeeping, guest services and catering. In 2017 he accepted a position as Director of Catering & Events management at the W Austin, in Austin, TX., and in 2019 was promoted to Director of Sales & Marketing prior to returning to JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa.
Jon Boggs has been promoted to General Manager of LON's at the Hermosa, announced Noel Fulton, Managing Director of The Hermosa Inn, a AAA Four Diamond luxury boutique hideaway in Paradise Valley, Arizona.
Tim Horton, chief operating officer of Dimension Hospitality, a nationally recognized hotel management and development company, today announced the appointment of Anthony Salah to the general manager position at the AAA Four-diamond DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Scottsdale Paradise Valley, located in the shadow of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale Arizona.