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Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville Opens Today In Nashville's Sobro District

Joint Venture Partners, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) and C. B. Ragland Company today announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Downtown Nashville in Music City's SoBro neighborhood. The hotel is located two blocks off the iconic Broadway Street and is centrally located within walking distance of the renowned dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences for which Nashville is known. With 252 guestrooms including 11 suites and floor to ceiling windows offering sweeping views of the Cumberland River, this new lifestyle hotel provides adventurous travelers an immersive experience in the heart of the action.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Introduces The La Quinta Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown/Stadium

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, today announced the opening of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown/Stadium, featuring the brand's Del Sol prototype. There are 175 La Quinta hotels in the development pipeline, with openings scheduled this year in key U.S. markets such as Austin, Texas; Brooklyn, N.Y.; Denver, Colo.; and Santa Cruz, Calif. Internationally, the brand, which currently operates in Canada, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Turkey, and New Zealand, has also announced plans to further expand in China, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.

Hu. Hotel, The #1 Hotel In The South, Reemerges August 2021

This August, Hu. Hotel, the top-rated hotel in the South, will reopen its doors to visitors in Memphis as will its rooftop bar, Hu. Roof, and casual cafe, Lucy's. Evoking the irreverent and laid-back nature of its hometown, Hu. Hotel welcomes hip travelers and in-the-know locals looking to envelop themselves in Memphis culture with great music, food, art and plenty of Southern hospitality.

James Garrido has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Virgin Hotels Nashville

James Garrido joins Virgin Hotels Nashville as the new Director of Food & Beverage. Garrido will oversee the Food & Beverage department to deliver a Virgin-branded experience that seamlessly incorporates fantastic food, delicious drinks, and superb service. Prior to joining Virgin Hotels, Garrido spent four years managing the Food & Beverage Operations team at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel in Nashville. During his time there, he oversaw the opening of Henley Nashville which won Eater Nashville's "Restaurant of the Year" Reader's Choice Award in 2018 and Nashville Scene's "Bar Program of the Year" Critic's Choice Award in 2019, and the Greater Nashville Hospitality Association award for Best Restaurant Manager in Nashville for 2019. Prior to this, Garrido was the General Manager of multiple outlets at the Chicago Athletic Association and served as the Treasurer on the Executive Board at Slow Food Middle Tennessee. He remains deeply passionate about serving the Nashville community and supporting organizations that deal with inequality and food insecurity in the area.

Vision Hospitality Group Debuts The Aloft By Marriott Chattanooga/Hamilton Place

Chattanooga based, Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. and CBL Properties are pleased to announce the opening of the 135-room Aloft by Marriott in Chattanooga, TN. Located at the Hamilton Place Mall, the new hotel will mark the brand's entrance into the Chattanooga market. The hotel will be operated by Humanist Hospitality, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vision Hospitality Group.

Fabrizio Calvo has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Nashville

JW Marriott Nashville, Nashville's first true luxury hotel brand, today announced the appointment of Fabrizio Calvo as the General Manager. The 20-year veteran of the industry is joining the property as it leads the revival of the Nashville tourism market with its blend of luxury accommodations, great food and beverage, and central location. Calvo will oversee the day-to-day operations of the property including all aspects of the visitor experience, as well as staff management and deployment. Calvo will also be involved in strategic planning, budgeting, and sales and marketing for the property.

The Memphian, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Opens In Midtown Memphis’ Overton Square

Developed by LPI Memphis in conjunction with MMI Hotel Group and LRC2 Properties, The Memphian, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, a boutique hotel located in Midtown Memphis' Overton Square, is set to bring a colorful new hospitality experience to Midtown Memphis when it open on May 4, 2021. The hotel will be a member of Tribute Portfolio, Marriott International's growing global family of characterful, independent hotels drawn together by their passion for captivating design and their drive to create vibrant social scenes for guests and locals alike. The project features 106 guest rooms including 9 suites in its 73,523 square feet of space, as well as on-property dining, a 24-hour state-of-the-art exercise studio, curated retail experience, and rooftop event space.

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis Makes Its Grand Debut

Situated on the corner of Memphis, Tenn.'s famed Beale Street and Front Street, the new Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis has opened its doors as part of the One Beale mixed-used development. Featuring a Beale Street address, the first Hyatt Centric brand hotel in Memphis is the area's newest social hub for travelers seeking a home base in the heart of the action within the Entertainment District and beyond.

First Caption by Hyatt hotel scheduled for 2022 in Memphis

Located at One Beale Street and adjacent Hyatt Centric Memphis Beale Street, which is set to open on April 15, Caption by Hyatt Memphis is expected to debut in 2022 and will be integrated into the historic main building of Wm. C Ellis & Sons Ironworks and Machine Shop, one of the earliest and longest running businesses in Memphis. The historic building will house the hotel's ground and second floors, and a new 136-guestroom tower will rise above offering guests spectacular views of the Mississippi River and city skyline.

Kristopher Colig has joined The Memphian, Marriott Tribute Portfolio as General Manager

Kristopher Colig joins The Memphian as General Manager. His extensive experience in the hospitality industry assures a driven team focused on achieving excellence. For more than 13 years, Colig served at a number of Hyatt Regency-properties as Assistant Director, Director of Food & Beverage and Director of Hotel Operations, where he successfully managed all aspects of hotel operations including food and beverage, catering, culinary, and engineering through a team of managers and service associates. In 2016, he was honored by Hyatt Hotels and Resorts as "Food & Beverage Director of the Year" while serving as Director of Operations in the Dallas / Fort Worth, TX metro area. That same year, Colig also took on key business responsibilities as owner of San Daniele Restaurant, where he played an active role in the brand's launch, budgeting, and business plan development.

Bobbie Peppers has joined The Memphian, Marriott Tribute Portfolio as Director of Sales

Director of Sales Bobbie Peppers also brings an accomplished skillset and unwavering passion to The Memphian. With a 15-year proven track record of increasing sales for properties including Omni Louisville Hotel, Sheraton Music City Hotel, Tunica Properties, Hilton Memphis Hotel and Marriott Downtown Hotel in Memphis, The Memphian is more than confident with putting its growth in Peppers' capable hands. Most recently, Peppers served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hu. Hotel in downtown Memphis, making her no stranger to the city's boutique hotel scene or its community.