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el PRADO Hotel Opens in Downtown Palo Alto, California

In partnership with Ferrado, el PRADO Hotel announces the grand opening of its new Spanish-inspired luxury property in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. The reflagged independent hotel and vibrant destination, formerly known as the Garden Court Hotel, features 62 guestrooms, ample indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, and delicious seasonal food and beverage offerings in inviting new spaces. The renovation was overseen by award-winning hotel design firm, NICOLEHOLLIS, and structured with the discerning business and leisure traveler in mind.

el Prado Hotel
Palo Alto, California, United States
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Michael Palmer has been appointed as General Leader at Flamingo Resort

A seasoned hotelier with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Palmer brings a plethora of local connections and a unique insight from his tenure as General Manager of Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley that will be valuable in carrying out the SPOKEN experience for guests and team members at Flamingo Resort. Palmer's various other general manager positions include Embassy Suites, IHG Hotels & Resorts and Pacific Host Hotels.

Point Group
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Development Renovation

Carmel Mission Inn Completes Multi-million-dollar Full-scale Renovation

Carmel Mission Inn, a stylish boutique hotel located in the idyllic seaside community of Carmel, just minutes from Carmel Village and the city of Monterey has completed a multi-million-dollar, full-scale renovation. A refresh of the charming, coastal property included a revamp of the lobby and public areas, 7,000 square feet o f flexible meeting and events space, pool and courtyard and opening of Shearwater Tavern, the hotel's new California pub. The project completion falls on the heels of a 2020 revitalization of each of the property's 165 guestrooms and suites.

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States
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Craig Waterman has been appointed as General Manager at BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham announces the appointment of Craig Waterman as General Manager of the 396-room contemporary lifestyle hotel located within minutes of iconic San Francisco neighborhoods such as Hayes Valley, Union Square and the Financial District. In his new role, Waterman is responsible for day-to-day hotel operations, ensuring guest satisfaction, and helping in the development of creative programming and the rebuilding of group business.

Wyndham
San Francisco, California, United States
Development Renovation

The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa Is Redefining The Resort Experience With A 15 Million Dollar Transformation

Sitting on 365 acres in Rancho Mirage, The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa debuts a two-year, $15 Million dollar renovation next month. The resort is Coachella Valley's new entertainment mecca, with the launch of its brand-new event venue, The Backyard, featuring weekly live music and concerts. The multi-million-dollar renovation that included rooms, meeting space, and all recreational areas was a collaboration between California-based Clearview Hotel Capital and KMC&A Design.

Westin
Rancho Mirage, California, United States
Development Pipeline

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Signs Agreement For Los Angeles Property

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, the Jeweler of Hospitality, is proud to announce that an agreement has been signed with owner and developer Gary Safady, for a new luxury resort in Los Angeles. The new Bulgari Resort, scheduled to open in 2025, is set to be the second Bulgari property in the US, following the opening of the Miami property in 2024. The Bulgari Resort Los Angeles is expected to be the twelfth gem in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection.

Bvlgari
Los Angeles, California, United States
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David Fricaud has been appointed as Executive Chef at Malibu Beach Inn, Carbon Beach Club

Malibu Beach Inn, a five-star boutique hotel where the Pacific Ocean meets California's seaside haven, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Fricaud as executive chef of Carbon Beach Club (CBC), the hotel's signature all-day dining concept overlooking the ocean waves and wildlife. Fricaud will drive the hotel's culinary operations for CBC, in-room dining, banquet operations, as well as CBC's curbside offerings.

LHW
Malibu, California, United States
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Nelson A. Sanchez has been appointed as Executive Sous Chef at Marriott Irvine Spectrum

Situated in the heart of the business and entertainment hub of Irvine, Calif., Marriott Irvine Spectrum is pleased to announce the new hire of Nelson A. Sanchez to Executive Sous Chef, bringing more than a decade of culinary experience to the hotel's diverse outlets, including Heirloom Farmhouse Kitchen and Hive & Honey Roo ftop Bar, a hotspot for sunset revelers to enjoy craft cocktails and local brews.As Executive Sous Chef at Marriott Irvine Spectrum, Sanchez is responsible for assisting the executive chef from creative menu development with a focus on California-inspired, responsibly sourced cuisine to overseeing daily operations, including portion and inventory control, food quality and leadership training of the kitchen staff.Sanchez launched his culinary journey as a sous chef at Montage Hotels and Resort in Laguna Beach, Calif. where he crafted custom tasting menus and helped the restaurant maintain five-star standards. Following his tenure, he earned the role of senior sous chef at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills and later became the executive sous chef at Ocean at Main. Passionate in sharing his culinary repertoire, Sanchez delivered a knack for creativity and mentoring to his role as chef de cuisine at The Hall Global Eatery. Prior to joining the Marriott Irvine S pectrum team, Sanchez held ranks as chef de cuisine at Hotel Laguna where he led the opening management team and facilitated all training of back of house staff.Sanchez studied at the California School of Culinary Arts in Pasadena, Calif., and earned an Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in the Le Cordon Bleu program.

Marriott
Irvine, California, United States
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Rick Fidel has been promoted to Managing Director at Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach, one of the world's most luxurious oceanfront resorts, is pleased to announce the promotion of Rick Fidel to managing director. In this role, Fidel will oversee all aspects of the beloved seaside resort, including the world-class food and beverage program headlined by acclaimed signature restaurant Caruso's and the Forbes Five-star Sense®, A Rosewood Spa.

Rosewood Hotel Group
Montecito, California, United States
Development Opening

The Shay, A Destination By Hyatt Hotel, Is Expected Opens October 6th

The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt hotel and the brand's first urban hotel in Southern California, is expected to open in the vibrant Culver City district of Los Angeles this October. The destination-defining property is primed to become a central hub for creative camaraderie. Features will include loft-like accommodations with luxurious amenities, a sprawling campus with inspiring indoor-outdoor spaces to connect and collaborate during meetings, weddings and events, and an array of community partners that will seamlessly blend both guests' and locals' experiences.

Destination Hotels
Culver City, California, United States
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Niveesha Hill has joined Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar & Hilton Garden Inn San Diego-Del Mar as Dual Property General Manager

R.A. Rauch & Associates, Inc. (formerly RAR Hospitality), is pleased to announce the appointment of Niveesha Hill who joined the San Diego-based hotel management and consulting firm as the Dual Property General Manager of Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar and Hilton Garden Inn San Diego-Del Mar. Hill's proven leadership experience, effective, efficient management in all areas of hotel operations, and extensive industry knowledge will deliver hospitality excellence and exceptional guest services.

R.A. Rauch & Associates, Inc.
San Diego, California, United States
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Houssem Tasco has been appointed as Managing Director at Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel

Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel, a lush, private, and spacious urban oasis located on iconic Sunset Boulevard, announced today the appointment of Houssem Tasco as Managing Director. Tasco will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for the hotel through a planned upcoming refurbishment, and spearhead daily property management, spanning all aspects of the property from guest services and operations, to asset management.

Luxe Hotels
Los Angeles, California, United States
Development Opening

Delta Hotels by Marriott Debuts Sophisticated New Room Design with Santa Clara Silicon Valley Opening

Delta Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, announced today the opening of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley, debuting the brand's refreshed guest room design inspired by its commitment to a seamless travel experience, focusing on the details that really matter. This is Delta Hotels' first property in the Northern California area and second in the Golden State, providing travelers with more opportunities to explore and experience the destination.

Delta
Santa Clara, California, United States
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Brett Archer has been named General Manager at Tenaya Lodge At Yosemite

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite has named Brett Archer as general manager of the 352 room resort located at Yosemite National Park's south gate and set on 75 forested acres featuring the main lodge, cottages and its two-bedroom Explorer Cabins, which opened in summer 2019. Archer joins Tenaya Lodge from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, where he served in the same capacity.

Delaware North Companies
Fish Camp, California, United States
Development Opening

Alsace LA Now Open

Alsace LA, a 48-room boutique hotel nestled in the historic West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, offers a richly authentic, unbuttoned experience where artistic, free-spirited energy is embodied and interpreted through design. The hotel is anchored around a lush interior courtyard and a secluded in-ground pool retreat embellished with dreamy desert landscaping that adds to the hotel's oasis-like charm. Central to the hotel's ethos, Alsace LA was envisaged with the West Adams community in mind—seeking to serve locals and business owners as an amenity, partner, and supporter.

Preferred
Los Angeles, California, United States
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Dane Gorup has been appointed as Director of Hotel Operations at Hotel del Coronado

The legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced the appointment of its new director of hotel operations, Dane Gorup, who brings more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience to this key role. In his new position, Gorup will be responsible for leading and managing day-to-day hotel operations including the rooms division, front office, housekeeping, banquets, events, security, food and beverage and property operations. Most recently, he served as the director of catering & events at Hotel del Coronado.

Hilton
Coronado, California, United States
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Patrick O'sullivan has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick O'Sullivan as its new Executive Chef. A seasoned chef with more than a decade of culinary experience at luxury hotels in San Francisco and London, O'Sullivan brings his passion for creating modern international cuisine with fresh ingredients to the landmark hotel's dining program.

Marriott
San Francisco, California, United States