Appellation, the groundbreaking culinary-first hotel brand by celebrated American chef Charlie Palmer and luxury hospitality veteran Christopher Hunsberger, joins forces with visionary vintner Frank Léal of Léal Hospitality to announce Hotel MOHI by Appellation.
Georges Safi appointed Hotel Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
Born in Lebanon to a family of professionals, Safi was encouraged by his parents to pursue a career in medicine, but he instead contemplated dentistry until a school job fair opened his eyes to the hotel industry. “There was a woman at the fair who worked for a big hotel group,” reminisces Safi, “She had a sparkle in her eyes and a real passion for what she did. She invited me to train for a month, and I enjoyed the hotel vibe so much that I chose to pursue hospitality instead.”
Justin Rodriguez assumes role of new General Manager at Shashi Hotel Mountain View
Shashi Hotel Mountain View, a modern lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Rodriguez as General Manager. A native of the Bay Area, Justin has remained an asset to the Shashi Group team since July 2019, where he previously held the role of Director of Food and Beverage, managing all dining outlets of the hospitality group. In this new role, Justin will oversee the property’s day-to-day operations, sales, and marketing and will continue to ensure that Shashi Hotel’s top-notch guest experience prevails.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley opening
Marriott debuts the brand’s refreshed guest room design inspired by its commitment to a seamless travel experience, focusing on the details that really matter.
Hyatt Centric Mountain View opens in Silicon Valley, USA
Ideally situated in the Village at San Antonio Center, Hyatt Centric Mountain View marks the lifestyle brand’s first property in Silicon Valley, Calif.
Kimpton announce partnership in major Silicon Valley project
Kimpton Hotels and Resorts has announced its first property in San Jose, California at Museum Place, a mixed-use development by Insight Realty Company that will also expand the Tech Museum of Innovation, slated to open in 2021.Ê
Virgin Hotels Silicon Valley signed as brand’s sixth property
Virgin Hotels Silicon Valley, anticipated to open Fall 2019, will feature 200 Chambers and Grand Chamber Suites; multiple dining and drinking outlets, including the brand’s flagship space, The Commons Club; a coffee shop; numerous meeting spaces; and a rooftop bar and live music venue.