In preparation for the much-anticipated reopening of Jean-Georges Philadelphia, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia announces the appointment of Cornelia Sühr as Chef de Cuisine. With its mirrored glass atrium and sky-high views, Jean-Georges Philadelphia is a destination where elevated dining and awe-inspiring architecture intersect to create an unforgettable experience.
The 460-Room Hotel Opens its Doors to Travelers Just in Time for Summer, Featuring a Range of Wellness-Inspired Amenities Geared Towards Families, Groups and Business Travelers.
This week, Hilton(NYSE: LDS), in partnership with Cafritz Interests, Parkway Corporation and Modus Hotels, announced the opening of Motto By Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, a 252-room hotel located in the heart of Center City Philly. This urban, lifestyle hotel caters to guests seeking modern, city-center lodging that embraces local culture.
The Industrialist Hotel, Autograph Collection, opens today in Pittsburgh's Central Business District, serving as a key development in the renaissance of the city's historic downtown. The highly anticipated 124-room hotel, owned by HRI Properties, LLC and managed by HRI Lodging, LLC, is housed within the iconic, 18-story landmark Arrott building effortlessly blending old and new by design.
Gavin Hetrick, director of food & beverage and executive chef, joins The Industrialist after serving as the executive chef for Southern Tier Brewing Company's Pittsburgh taproom, where he managed a bustling kitchen, oversaw a multitude of banquets and special events and introduced activations designed to enhance the guest experience, including a monthly tasting series.
Kelly Giger, director of sales & marketing, brings more than 15 years of hospitality experience to The Industrialist's executive team. After graduating from Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Culinary Arts, Giger joined The Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown as director of banquets. In 2015, Giger transitioned to a role in group sales, eventually working her way up to director of group sales at The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel.
Robert Brashler, general manager, with more than two decades of experience in hotel management, will oversee all day-to-day operations at The Industrialist. Prior to joining The Industrialist, Brashler served as general manager for IHG Hotels & Resorts' EVEN Hotel, a 160-room property in downtown Pittsburgh. Brashler has also held general manager positions at DoubleTree by Hilton at Pittsburgh International Airport, Sheraton Tribeca New York Hotel, Hyatt Place New York/Midtown South and Fairfield Inn & Suites Manhattan/Chelsea, where he earned recognition as "General Manager of the Year."
Scholar Hotel Group, a leader in the hospitality industry specializing in hotels on or near college campuses, proudly announces the opening of its newest property in State College, Pa., on Jan. 15, 2021. Located in the heart of downtown and one block from The Pennsylvania State University, Scholar Hotel State College feature's 72 extended-stay guest rooms, 1,250 square feet of meeting space, a state-of-the-art fitness center and a lobby marketplace. Scholar Hotel State College joins Tapestry Collection, one of Hilton's 18 market-leading brands and part of the award-winning Hilton Honors guest loyalty program.
Charles Lasvigne brings a passion for service with an extensive food and beverage background to his new role as Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center, including having previously led the Food and Beverage division for the Hotel as Food and Beverage Director. Growing up a 76ers fan, Lasvigne has had sights on Philadelphia and joined Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia in 2017 as part of the pre-opening team. During this tenure as Food and Beverage Director, Lasvigne assembled an incredible team opening Jean-Georges Philadelphia, Vernick Fish, JG Sky High and Vernick Coffee Bar while creating a collaborative culture sharing a vision of excellence.
Landmark Building Reimagined as Chic Hotel Paying Homage to the City's Industrial History.
Officials of Shaner Silver Spring Hotel, LLC, a partnership between Shaner Hotels, an award winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, and Quarryville, Pa.-based Paul Risk Construction, a fourth generation, family-owned construction company, today announced the grand opening of the 107-room Fairfield Inn & Suites Harrisburg West/Mechanicsburg in Pa. Paul Risk Construction acted as the general contractor during the building process. Shaner Hotels will provide management services for the property.
River House at Odette's, a new luxury lifestyle hotel in New Hope, Pennsylvania, opened along the Delaware River on September 28, 2020. The new hotel features an edgy, yet elegant design, inspired by the hotel's previous life as actress and musician Odette Myrtil Logan's boisterous cabaret, Chez Odette. For over two decades, Chez Odette was the social hub of New Hope's lively artistic community, attracting celebrities and locals alike from nearby Philadelphia and New York. River House at Odette's weaves historic elements from Chez Odette's colorful past into the contemporary architecture and design of the hotel, creating an environment ideal for leisurely stays, fine dining, and special events with salvaged elements such as artwork, menus, books and a chandelier dating back to the 1900s will be incorporated throughout the property.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia, expanding the Hyatt Centric brand's footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. This newly built 332-room upscale lifestyle hotel with 22 suites is centrally located in the heart of Philadelphia. The hotel features contemporary guestrooms and hotel amenities such as Drybar Buttercup salon-quality blow-dryers in each room, more than 5,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space, a lobby bar and restaurant featuring American cuisine, as well as a grab-and-go market. Located in one of Philadelphia's most desirable neighborhoods, Rittenhouse Square, the hotel is steps away from tree-filled parks, outdoor sculpture gardens, revered architecture, lauded dining, boutique shopping, and a lively nightlife. Only eight miles from Philadelphia International Airport, Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia connects travelers to popular Philadelphia historical and cultural attractions like the museum district on Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Independence National Historic Park.
Canopy by Hilton today opened Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia | Center City, the first Pennsylvania location of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) luxury and lifestyle hotel brand. The 236-room hotel, which is owned by National Real Estate Advisors, LLC on behalf of a client and their partners, and operated by Davidson Hotels & Resorts, is located at the East Market development in Center City, Philadelphia.
Integrated Capital, a Los Angeles-based, private real estate advisory and investment firm, today announced the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation of the 140-room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Meadow Lands. The hotel is operated by Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), a private hotel investment, ownership and management company, on behalf of Integrated Capital.
Located at 700 Main St. in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, this hotel reflects nearly 200 years of history while offering guests upscale amenities in a premium location following a multi-million-dollar renovation. The Penn Stroud, nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, is close to the Appalachian Trail - one of the country's most traversed hiking routes. Downtown Stroudsburg is home to several art galleries, cafes and historic sites, and the hotel is also close to attractions including Mountain View Vineyard and Alpine Mountain Skiing.
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International's most global brand, welcomes today the reimagined Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown hotel to its portfolio, following a $30M renovation. A Center City landmark at Logan Square and the second-largest hotel in the city, the property has deep roots in the local community and a long legacy of welcoming visitors to explore, relax, and enjoy the possibilities of travel. The downtown Philadelphia hotel is owned by Cambridge Landmark and operated by Aimbridge Hospitality.
The Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel has announced the appointment of Dale Johnson as director of operations of the 248-room property. Prior to joining the hotel, Johnson was the general manager of the 169-room DoubleTree by Hilton Campbell - Pruneyard Plaza in California.
Leo Spriggs, President and CEO of Hospitality Management Corporation (HMC), is happy to announce that Peter Ambros has accepted the role of General Manager for the Sheraton® Harrisburg Hershey in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Prior to joining the team in Harrisburg, he served as GM for HMC's managed Four Points by Sheraton in Little Rock, Arkansas, and in the position of General Manager at the Holiday Inn® Airport and Conference Center in Memphis, TN.
The 108-room Fairfield by Marriott hotel in Moosic, Pennsylvania is set to open today with a new décor that provides guests with a feeling of warmth and calm while traveling. Located at 16 Radcliffe Drive, the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Scranton Montage Mountain will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by M5 Hotels and managed by Keystone Hotel Management of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.