Hilton announced the signing of the first Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts property in Costa Rica, the new-built Waldorf Astoria Guanacaste, currently under construction and expected to open in 2025. Exceptionally located on a peninsula with unobstructed ocean views, Waldorf Astoria Guanacaste will offer 190 guest rooms and 25 Waldorf Astoria branded residences in the tropical paradise of Guanacaste known for its dramatic scenery, lush forests, and beautiful beaches. The property will focus on sustainable luxury with an emphasis on architecture that blends into the surroundings, native flora and fauna, and offerings that connect guests with the natural environment. All resort vehicles utilized on the property will be electric.
Waldorf Astoria Cancun announces hotel’s executive leadership team
George Stanfield leads operations of both Hilton Cancun, an all-inclusive resort and the new Waldorf Astoria Cancun.
Jacob Musyt named Director of F&B of Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
oining the executive team in the same role he served at the Waldorf Astoria Park City (Utah), Musyt will oversee the full food and beverage division of the hotel, including Jean-Georges Beverly Hills, The Rooftop by JG, Lobby Lounge, in-room dining, catering and banquet events.
Dino Michael named Head of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts and Conrad Hotels & Resorts
Michael to oversee two of Hilton’s renowned, legacy luxury brands.
Donald Bowman appointed General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Hotels & Residences
The newly debuted Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Hotel & Residences announces the appointment of Donald Bowman as General Manager.
Elodie Lacroix appointed Director of Business Development for Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Lacroix previously held the position of Director of Sales and Marketing at the Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris (2014 – 2016) and was Director of Sales for the Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts Group in London, for France and Belgium markets (2013 – 2014).
Waldorf Astoria San Francisco to open in new Transbay Neighborhood
Waldorf Astoria San Francisco will reside within the first 21 stories of a signature tower, the centerpiece of a two million square-foot, mixed-used complex that will feature luxury entertainment, retail and office space.
Erika Suarez first female Executive Chef at El Conquistador Resort and Las Casitas Village, Waldorf Astoria Resorts
Most recently, Suarez served as the first ever female executive chef and corporate chef for Norwegian Cruise Line where she managed eight vessels and their entire culinary department.
Peter Carmichael named GM of Waldorf Astoria’s Casa Marina and The Reach resorts
Carmichael joins Hilton from IHG, where he held several global positions including director of operations in Indonesia, Indochina, and the Philippines; VP of operations in Southeast Asia and Maldives and regional and senior VP positions in Singapore, Seoul, Korea, and Bangkok.
Jose Gomez named new Executive Chef at The Reach, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Most recently, Gomez was the sous chef of Westin Playa Bonita Panama where he operated and directed two fine dining restaurants.
