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New York Laguardia Airport Marriott Reveals $30 Million Transformation

New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, located adjacent to the historic airfield, has completed a six-month, $30 million, full-scale property renovation including 443 guestrooms and suites, the property's exclusive MClub lounge, 15,000 square-feet of meeting space, and 19,000 square feet of public spaces, including the newly opened Ditmars Bar and Grill. The transformation draws its inspiration from the eclectic, multi-national culinary, arts and cultural scene that comprises the surrounding Queens community, known as the "World's Borough."

Marriott
New York, New York, United States
Development Rebranding

The Inn at Gran View Ogdensburg Joins the Ascend Hotel Collection

The Inn at Gran View Ogdensburg is the latest hotel to join the Ascend Hotel Collection portfolio of best-in-class unique, boutique, and historic independent hotels and resorts by Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH). A renowned community landmark located in Ogdensburg, N.Y., this 46-room family-owned-and-operated hotel sits in a lush country setting just minutes from the beautiful 1000 Islands and a short drive from both Ottawa and Montreal, Canada.

Ascend Hotel Collection
Ogdensburg, New York, United States
Development Opening

Aliz Hotel Sets New Heights With Opening Of Times Square Location Today

Aliz Hotel Times Square has opened it doors today debuting as one of the tallest hotels in NYC. Developed by Aliz Group and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the flagship property will set a new tone for modern lifestyle hotel brands with an emphasis on inspiring delight in every stay. Located at 310 West 40th Street and one of most iconic intersections in the world, Aliz introduces a unique New York experience and innovative design drawn from the diverse energy of the city in their 287 guest rooms featuring luxury amenities, a farm-to-table restaurant and the highest two-story open-air bar and lounge in the city opening this December- all within walking distance to Times Square, Hudson Yards and the Jacob Javits Center.

Crescent
New York, New York, United States
Appointment

Julie Martin Barfield has been appointed as General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square

Brian Wismar, regional vice president of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, a leading third-party hotel management company, owner and developer, today announced that Julie Martin Barfield has been named general manager of the 180-room, dual-brand Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square

New Castle
Syracuse, New York, United States
Development Pipeline

Lightstone Announces Topping Out of Moxy East Village

National real estate investor and developer Lightstone announced today the topping out of construction at the company's Moxy hotel in Manhattan's East Village neighborhood. The 286-key hotel is located at 112-120 East 11th Street and is the third of four Moxy hotels that Lightstone is developing in New York City in partnership with Marriott. Moxy East Village is set to open in the fall of 2019.

Moxy
New York, New York, United States
Appointment

Erik Anderouard has been appointed as SVP, North America at Millennium Hotels and Resorts

Anderouard has more 30 years of operations and corporate management experience. His career spans time at Pan Pacific Hotels Group, based in Singapore and Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resort. In his new role, Anderouard will be based in New York City where he will provide strategic support while overseeing the region's 13 North American hotels.

Millennium
New York, New York, United States
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The Ascott Limited Debuts New NYC Hotel

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore company that is one of the leading international serviced residence owner-operators, announced today the debut of Citadines Connect Fifth Avenue New York, a boutique hotel centrally located steps away from Times Square and Fifth Avenue in New York City. Following an extensive renovation, Ascott's first Citadines property in the United States offers 125 newly refurbished rooms. Citadines is well recognized globally with numerous international accolades since it was established more than 30 years ago.

Citadines
New York, New York, United States
Development Opening

Hart Hotels Inc. and The Krog Group Announce the Opening of Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

Hart Hotels and The Krog Group announce the opening of Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, a $38 million luxury property on the shores of Lake Chautauqua in Celoron, NY. The opening of the 135-room world-class destination hotel coincides with the debut of the National Comedy Center in nearby Jamestown. The newest addition to Buffalo-based Hart Hotels' Harbor Hotel Collection, Chautauqua Harbor Hotel brings a new level of luxury accommodations and world-class service to the region and is expected to draw visitors from around the world. The project is one of the largest private-sector-fueled, tourism-based developments to take place in Chautauqua Countyand received partial funding from several New York State economic development agencies.

Hart Hotels
Celoron, New York, United States
Development Opening

citizenM New York Bowery to Open in September 2018

On September 12th, citizenM - the pioneer of affordable luxury hotels - is doing what they do best once again: launching a new hotel and causing further disruption in the traditional hotel industry. The award-winning brand is returning to New York City to throw open the doors of citizenM New York Bowery, a 300-room sister hotel to the citizenM New York Times Square open since 2014.

citizenM
New York, New York, United States
Development Opening

Residence Inn Hotel To Open In Buffalo, New York

he 105-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in Buffalo, New York is scheduled to open this Friday, September 14, 2018. Located at 620 Delaware Avenue, the all-suite Residence Inn Buffalo Downtown will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Buffalo Lodging Associates of Canton, Massachusetts. Located downtown and eight miles from Buffalo Niagara International Airport, the Residence Inn Buffalo Downtown offers its guests convenient access to the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, the Buffalo Convention Center, and the KeyBank Center. Rates vary depending on length of stay. "We are pleased to introduce Residence Inn hotels in the Buffalo area," said Diane Mayer, vice president and global brand manager, Residence Inn. "When on the road for an extended period, our guests need space to spread out, maintain their life's pace and restore their energy to help them maintain a healthy balance and routine while traveling. This new hotel offers them a seamless blend of modern style and functionality that allows them to settle in and thrive." Residence Inn properties are designed as all-suite hotels that offer studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. Guests looking for a revitalizing sleep experience will enjoy the hotel's plush mattresses and crisp linens, while guests focused on being productive will value their suite's large, well-lit work desk, ergonomic chair and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Designed for stays of five nights or more, each suite also has a fully-equipped kitchen with a coffeemaker, microwave oven and residential-sized appliances. The Residence Inn Buffalo Downtown rotates a wide selection of healthy choices at our free hot breakfast every day. Start with favorites like bacon and eggs, Greek yogurt, cut fruit or waffles and make it yours with our extensive toppings, ranging from fresh spinach and cheese to sliced almonds and strawberries. Enjoy all the options you need to start your morning with endless possibilities. Extending the feeling of comfortable living on the road, the Residence Inn Buffalo Downtown offers guests inviting and functional public spaces to relax or collaborate. Road warriors and families alike enjoy the hotel's grocery delivery service, complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour onsite food and beverage market, dry cleaning services, and onsite guest laundry room. The hotel also maintains a business library where guests can fax, copy and print materials, and provides guests with an indoor swimming pool and exercise room.

Residence Inn
Buffalo, New York, United States
Appointment

Trevor Brune has been appointed as Director of Catering and Events at Conrad New York

In partnership with Union Square Events, Conrad New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Trevor Brune to director of catering and events. With more than 12 years of hospitality experience, Brune brings targeted knowledge in event trends and guest relations expertise to lower Manhattan's only all-suite luxury hotel where he will manage the planning and execution of all operations by Union Square Events, the hotel's exclusive catering partner.

Hilton
New York, New York, United States
Appointment

Thomas Blundell has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Centric Times Square, New York

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Blundell as General Manager of Hyatt Centric Times Square, New York. With over 27 years of hotel expertise, Thomas’ new role at Hyatt Centric’s flagship property sees him responsible for directing the overall day-to-day operations at the 487-room property and ensuring that every guest experiences world-class hospitality.

Hyatt
New York, New York, United States
Appointment

Petr Jurecka has been appointed as Hotel Manager at WestHouse Hotel

On August 8, 2018 Petr Jurecka officially took hold of his new position as Hotel Manager of WestHouse, a luxury boutique hotel in Midtown, New York, managed by HIGHGATE.With more than 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Jurecka has worked with some of the world's most reputable hotel corporations. Most recently he was resident manager at INNSIDE New York Nomad, a Meliã Hotels International property, where he oversaw and managed all aspects of the 313- room lifestyle hotel assuming the responsibilities of the general manager in his absence. Originally from Czech Republic he attended the College of Hotel Industry and Gastronomy as well as The Institute of Hospitality Management, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management. Petr arrived in NYC in the early 2000s to continue his promising career with the luxury boutique hotel company, HK Hotels (currently known as the Library Hotel Collection). Having started as a breakfast attendant Mr. Jurecka moved through the ranks, which has allowed him to have a deeper understanding of the industry and guests' needs in the pursuit of outstanding guest services. Assuming numerous management positions that included Front Office Manager, Housekeeping Manager, and Director of Operations, at the age of 26, Petr reached a personal milestone when he became General Manager of the Casablanca Hotel in New York City, which at the time had been chosen number one on T ripAdvisor. In 2010, after 11 years with HK Hotels, Jurecka transitioned to new challenges outside of the HK Hotels family as General Manager of Z NYC Hotel and the Sanctuary Hotel Times Square, where he oversaw a new hotel opening and a full renovation, respectively. After opening citizenM Hotel NY Times Square, in 2016 Petr joined the Denihan Hospitality Group and became Hotel Manager of the Benjamin hotel.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
New York, New York, United States