Situated in the San Diego harbor, the hotel offers modernized accommodations and amenities, three sparkling pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, four new dining concepts, and views of the marina and San Diego skyline. During their stay, guests can enjoy:
The eagerly awaited Chicken Ranch Casino Resort is now accepting online reservations. Guests can begin enjoying the resort's offerings with an opening on Monday, July 15. This brand-new destination features 175 luxurious guest rooms, 22 well-appointed suites, a variety of restaurants and bars, and an impressive gaming floor.
Recently named one of the country's best new hotels by USA Today 10Best, Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, California's only all-suite beachfront resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of General Manager Glenda Rivera. Bringing over 25 years of robust hospitality experience to her new leadership role, Rivera will serve as invaluable asset to the award-winning resort's continued success since its opening in fall 2022.
The InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco is pleased to announce that Robert (Bob) Bracy is their new Director of Food and Beverage.
Positioned in the artistic heartbeat of the city near iconic landmarks like the Armory Center for the Arts and Pasadena City Hall, The Courtyard by Marriott® Los Angeles Pasadena/Old Town has concluded an extensive property renovation. Under the management of HHM Hotels, the property's refreshed guest rooms and communal spaces pay tribute to a skillful blend of old and new that reclaims the heritage of Pasadena's early downtown charm, creating a canvas that serves as a stylish hub for guests and locals alike.
AJU CONTINUUM, a global investment company specializing in real estate, branding, and technology, today announced its partnership with Kasa Living, Inc. (www.kasa.com) to manage and operate the historic property at 929 South Broadway in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Formerly the Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles, the reimagined property has been relaunched as STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa.
Sol Gumapac has been hired as Director of Sales at Half Moon Bay Lodge. With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Gumapac has excelled in various hotel sales positions. Prior to her new role, Gumapac was the Hotel Front Office Operations and Group Sales Manager for Trigild Services. Her resume showcases positions at Stanford University, Choice Hotels, Holiday Inn & Suites, and Coron Tours & Travel.
Drew Horton has been hired as Hotel Manager at The Redondo Beach Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. With a decade of experience under his belt, he served as the Front Office Director at Home2 Suites by Hilton in Montebello, California. Additionally, Horton was the Assistant General Manager at both the Hyatt Place in Glendale and ALO Hotel in Orange, California.
Elevated Guestrooms, Suites and Villas: The property's newly enhanced 531 accommodations, including 39 spacious suites have completed renovations, while 43 one- and two-bedroom private villas, are set to debut by November 2024. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells will provide large guestrooms, with 550 square feet of luxurious living space. Guests can choose from various configurations, including one king bed, two king beds, rooms with full-sized bunkbeds, and more. As the resort's premier offering, Grand Hyatt Indian Wells' new villas will feature premium amenities for guests, including a private backyard with a hot tub, plunge pool or firepit, kitchenette with refrigerators, access to an adults only spa, and golf cart escorts around the property. New Inventive Dining Concepts: The resort will debut two new restaurant concepts—Tía Carmen and Carmocha—in collaboration with the acclaimed Chef Angelo Sosa. Tía Carmen will pay homage to Chef Sosa's aunt (tía) Carmen and celebrate the local landscape, farmers and community of the Southwest reflecting a mix of tradition and modernity, while Carmocha will reimagine global small plates from the perspective of Angelo's tía Carmen if she had traveled around the world and came back from her journeys to put her own spin on some of the dazzling array of international flavors she experienced. Enhanced Destination-Driven Pool Experience: The anchor of the resort guest journey is its popular pool experience, and the new Grand Hyatt Indian Wells will unveil enhancements to the spacious outdoor recreation area with expanded cabanas fit for large groups and families, as well as new dining options including a food truck, Palmadoro's, serving pizza and signature Italian bites, and a refreshed café, offering poolside favorites. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells' pool experience also features the largest waterpark in the Greater Palm Springs desert, HyTides, which includes expansive pools, a set of 30-foot high (150-feet in length) dueling waterslides, a 450-foot lazy river and more.
The Westin San Francisco Airport and Aloft San Francisco Airport, two Millbrae hotels located minutes from San Francisco International Airport, announce the appointment of Christopher Holbrook as Complex General Manager. With over 25 years of experience, Holbrook brings his award-winning experience and deeply rooted industry relationships to the 418-room Westin San Francisco Airport Hotel and 298-room Aloft San Francisco Airport hotel, where he will oversee day-to-day operations. In his new role as Complex General Manager, Holbrook will lead the dynamic strategic direction of business initiatives and align efforts with business partners for both hotels. An important member of the Millbrae community, Holbrook currently serves on the SF Peninsula (CVB) Board of Directors and The San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
The much-anticipated Sandbourne Santa Monica officially opens its doors, introducing a transformative hotel experience along the vibrant Ocean Avenue. This new beachfront masterpiece, designed by the acclaimed Icelandic architect Gulla Jónsdóttir, offers a unique 175-room coastal retreat that promises to revitalize the upscale hotel landscape in Santa Monica. With an emphasis on engaging all five senses, the hotel is a harmonious blend of natural textures, sculptural elements, indoor and outdoor vibes, and Earth tones throughout.
The Ballard Inn is Kirkwood Collection's Third Property in Santa Barbara County.
Erica Thorne brings over 13 years of sales and marketing experience to Sandbourne Santa Monica. In her role, Erica will oversee Sandbourne's extensive marketing efforts and brand conceptualization, while driving continuous revenue. Since 2021, Erica has served as the Director of Sales and Marketing at Le Merigot Hotel, where her leadership propelled revenue growth and heightened brand visibility. Previously, she held the same position at DoubleTree by Hilton Port of Los Angeles, where she helped generate $3 million in revenue in 2020. Before moving to California in 2014, Erica led sales and marketing for Hilton and Starwood properties in Florida.
With over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Jessica Rincon is the Managing Director at Sandbourne Santa Monica, set to make its grand debut in the spring of 2024. Rincon's career trajectory is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicholas McDermott as its new General Manager, effective May 13, 2024.
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, the five-star hotel in the heart of Beverly Hills announced the newest addition to the executive team with the recent appointment of David Martins as director of sales and marketing. In his new role, Martins is responsible for overseeing all sales and marketing initiatives at the award-winning property, along with achieving sales growth, developing new and existing markets, and driving commercial performance. Most recently, he oversaw sales and marketing at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC.
San Francisco, a city renowned for its commercial hubs and cultural sites, will become the first destination in the United States for one of Accor's newest brands, Handwritten Collection. Owned and operated by San Francisco based Frame Ventures, Hotel Stratford is a charming European-style boutique property set against the backdrop of bustling Union Square on the renowned Powell Street cable car line. The property becomes Accor's third hotel in San Francisco, joining the Fairmont properties atop Nob Hill and at Ghirardelli Square.
Pacifica Hotels, the owner and operator of Jamaica Bay Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, recently completed the total renovation of all guest rooms and suites at the ideally-situated waterfront property in Marina del Rey, Calif. Pacifica Hotels is the largest owner and operator of independent, design-inspired hotels on the Pacific Coast.
Longtime hospitality industry veteran Rahul Vir has been named general manager of the new Marriott Long Beach Downtown, overseeing 140 employees as well as all day-to-day operations of the 376-room property. In his current role, he directs day-to-day management of the 12-story property and has been instrumental in spearheading a top to bottom renovation now underway.
Storied La Jolla retreat enters next chapter of excellence following multi-phase renovation.