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• Starwood's list of new properties
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• Starwood's list of all properties
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• Starwood's list of new properties
• Starwood's list of new properties (North America only)
• Starwood's list of all properties
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May 28, 2008, 7:45 am
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Fairfax County, VA To Get ELEMENT in Fall 2010 (source: hotel interactive)
Today, Starwood Hotels & Resorts announces plans to open an ELEMENT hotel in the scenic town of Vienna, Virginia in September of 2010 very near the upscale Tysons Corner Center.
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Owned by JBG Urban, LLC, this new-build hotel will give visitors to Vienna, Virginia an opportunity to find out what it means to wake up and thrive.
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The smart design and clever use of space in the hotel's 173 guest rooms will be aimed at encouraging guest productivity while facilitating relaxation. (...)
ELEMENT Hotel Tysons Corner will be ideally positioned in the heart of Northern Virginia's business district, offering convenient access to the Washington D.C. metro area.
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Owned by JBG Urban, LLC, this new-build hotel will give visitors to Vienna, Virginia an opportunity to find out what it means to wake up and thrive.
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The smart design and clever use of space in the hotel's 173 guest rooms will be aimed at encouraging guest productivity while facilitating relaxation. (...)
ELEMENT Hotel Tysons Corner will be ideally positioned in the heart of Northern Virginia's business district, offering convenient access to the Washington D.C. metro area.
May 28, 2008, 7:47 am
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Starwood to enter the Romanian market with three hotels (source:Rompres)
InternaInternational Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide chain, owner of Sheraton and Le Meridien brands, plans to enter the Romanian market with three hotels.
Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca are the main cities where the company plans to open hotels. Starwood is also interested in Timisoara and Constanta, Business Standard daily reports.
(...) Starwood Senior Director of Acquisitions & Development Europe, Africa & Middle East, Vincent Levy, declares that Starwood will not open resorts in Romania for the time being.
Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca are the main cities where the company plans to open hotels. Starwood is also interested in Timisoara and Constanta, Business Standard daily reports.
(...) Starwood Senior Director of Acquisitions & Development Europe, Africa & Middle East, Vincent Levy, declares that Starwood will not open resorts in Romania for the time being.
May 28, 2008, 7:53 am
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Sheraton may open in Sochi for 2014 Olympic games (source:The Moscow Times)
There may still be six years to go until the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, but officials are anxious to show that the Black Sea resort will not face the same criticisms as Moscow did last week, when the capital's hotels struggled to cope with an influx of football fans for the Champions League final.
The final, which many have seen as an early test of Russia's readiness to welcome hordes of foreign visitors for the Olympics, received a boost when the government rushed through a law to suspend the country's complex visa regime for those traveling to the match at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium.
Yet the estimated 40,000 traveling English fans stretched the capital's hotels to the limits -- and beyond.
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"Companies such as Sheraton and Hilton are conducting negotiations to open hotels here, and Radisson is looking to expand," Pavlovich said.
There are already two Radisson hotels in Sochi.
Five-star operator Kempinski has also been eyeing Sochi, even since before the city won its bid for the Olympics.
The final, which many have seen as an early test of Russia's readiness to welcome hordes of foreign visitors for the Olympics, received a boost when the government rushed through a law to suspend the country's complex visa regime for those traveling to the match at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium.
Yet the estimated 40,000 traveling English fans stretched the capital's hotels to the limits -- and beyond.
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"Companies such as Sheraton and Hilton are conducting negotiations to open hotels here, and Radisson is looking to expand," Pavlovich said.
There are already two Radisson hotels in Sochi.
Five-star operator Kempinski has also been eyeing Sochi, even since before the city won its bid for the Olympics.
May 29, 2008, 11:25 am
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The Westin Verasa Napa Residences is preparing to become the epitome of the Napa Valley lifestyle when it opens in late September. The luxury condominium-hotel will bring to downtown Napa a distinctive level of service and amenities that will include one of America’s most highly acclaimed restaurants. A limited number of resort residences are still available starting from the mid $400,000s and sales are being managed by pre-eminent Bay area realtor Alain Pinel Realty.
Located a block away from the new Oxbow Market and COPIA, The American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts, The Westin is destined to become the focal point of Downtown Napa. The property will represent everything visitors enjoy about Napa, including the food, wine, regional architecture and outdoor lifestyle.
The 180-suite condo-hotel’s design is based on historic regional precedents, recalling the many influences evident in Napa and Bay Area architecture. It utilizes details and materials from this historic style, which include well-articulated windows, window bays, timbered elements, and wood, stone, and concrete accents. The building embraces the river with an expansive pool courtyard and south wing opening up to the river.
The Westin Verasa, Napa, the first full-service, luxury property to be built in the area in nearly five years, will offer a degree of service that symbolizes the elegant yet relaxed lifestyle of the Napa Valley. Guests will have access to concierges that will help them make the most of their stay in the wine country, giving them easy access to wine tastings, culinary attractions, spas and the area’s abundant recreation. Other Amenities will include a pool, hot tub, conference space, fitness center, easy access to river walking paths, valet, Westin Sensory Welcome, comprised of signature music, scent, botanicals and lighting in the lobby, the Westin Heavenly Bed® and around the clock tech assistance in the form of Westin Technical Concierge®.
The property will become known not only for Westin’s service and signature touches, but also is set to establish itself as the “go-to” culinary destination of Napa Valley thanks to Chef Ken Frank, who is moving his award-winning restaurant La Toque from its Rutherford location to The Westin Verasa, Napa. Since becoming a chef in the mid-1970s, Ken Frank has become known for his personalized style of cooking grounded in the French cuisine he grew to know and love while living in France as a teenager. Named one of “Best Restaurants in America” by The Wine Spectator, La Toque will find a new home with a warm and luxurious atmosphere and a comfortable patio as luxurious as the interior dining room.
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The Westin Verasa Napa Residences is be located approximately two blocks west of Downtown Napa and is conveniently located near all of Napa Valley’s attractions, including the wine train, wineries, COPIA, and the Oxbow Public Market.
Located a block away from the new Oxbow Market and COPIA, The American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts, The Westin is destined to become the focal point of Downtown Napa. The property will represent everything visitors enjoy about Napa, including the food, wine, regional architecture and outdoor lifestyle.
The 180-suite condo-hotel’s design is based on historic regional precedents, recalling the many influences evident in Napa and Bay Area architecture. It utilizes details and materials from this historic style, which include well-articulated windows, window bays, timbered elements, and wood, stone, and concrete accents. The building embraces the river with an expansive pool courtyard and south wing opening up to the river.
The Westin Verasa, Napa, the first full-service, luxury property to be built in the area in nearly five years, will offer a degree of service that symbolizes the elegant yet relaxed lifestyle of the Napa Valley. Guests will have access to concierges that will help them make the most of their stay in the wine country, giving them easy access to wine tastings, culinary attractions, spas and the area’s abundant recreation. Other Amenities will include a pool, hot tub, conference space, fitness center, easy access to river walking paths, valet, Westin Sensory Welcome, comprised of signature music, scent, botanicals and lighting in the lobby, the Westin Heavenly Bed® and around the clock tech assistance in the form of Westin Technical Concierge®.
The property will become known not only for Westin’s service and signature touches, but also is set to establish itself as the “go-to” culinary destination of Napa Valley thanks to Chef Ken Frank, who is moving his award-winning restaurant La Toque from its Rutherford location to The Westin Verasa, Napa. Since becoming a chef in the mid-1970s, Ken Frank has become known for his personalized style of cooking grounded in the French cuisine he grew to know and love while living in France as a teenager. Named one of “Best Restaurants in America” by The Wine Spectator, La Toque will find a new home with a warm and luxurious atmosphere and a comfortable patio as luxurious as the interior dining room.
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The Westin Verasa Napa Residences is be located approximately two blocks west of Downtown Napa and is conveniently located near all of Napa Valley’s attractions, including the wine train, wineries, COPIA, and the Oxbow Public Market.
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May 29, 2008, 11:31 am
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Westin Napa
I quoted earlier poster on the new Westin in Napa by mistake. Tried to edit it out but didn't work. Sorry.
Just read about this new hotel this week and the article mentioned that a Ritz Carlton was also being built. Both of these will attract many to Copia and to the new oxbow market. Will be good for Napa.
Bob
Just read about this new hotel this week and the article mentioned that a Ritz Carlton was also being built. Both of these will attract many to Copia and to the new oxbow market. Will be good for Napa.
Bob
May 29, 2008, 11:54 am
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the renovated Westin Book Cadillac hotel in Detroit to open (source:Associated Press)
Despite a slumping local and national economy, there are some positive signs for Detroit.
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Downtown development, though slowed by the mortgage crisis, will get a boost this fall with the opening of the renovated Westin Book Cadillac hotel.
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Downtown development, though slowed by the mortgage crisis, will get a boost this fall with the opening of the renovated Westin Book Cadillac hotel.
May 29, 2008, 12:04 pm
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Grand Mauritian resort and Spa opens its doors on July 1st (source: All Africa)
The Park Hotel will soon be enriched with the opening of the Grand Mauritian Resort and Spa in Balaclava on July 1st.
"The hotel will target traditional markets, like UK, France, Germany, but also Russia, South Africa and India," says Jason Barry, Marketing and Communications Director of Starwood Hotels & Resorts (Mauritius).
The hotel which will employ approximately 550 people will be the first facility of the Starwood's Luxury Collection in the region.
It has 193 rooms and suites, three restaurants and two bars.
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The hotel has two outdoor pools, a fitness center, a kids' club, shops, a baby-sitter and a base of water sports.
"The hotel will target traditional markets, like UK, France, Germany, but also Russia, South Africa and India," says Jason Barry, Marketing and Communications Director of Starwood Hotels & Resorts (Mauritius).
The hotel which will employ approximately 550 people will be the first facility of the Starwood's Luxury Collection in the region.
It has 193 rooms and suites, three restaurants and two bars.
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The hotel has two outdoor pools, a fitness center, a kids' club, shops, a baby-sitter and a base of water sports.
May 29, 2008, 12:06 pm
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I quoted earlier poster on the new Westin in Napa by mistake. Tried to edit it out but didn't work. Sorry.
Just read about this new hotel this week and the article mentioned that a Ritz Carlton was also being built. Both of these will attract many to Copia and to the new oxbow market. Will be good for Napa.
Just read about this new hotel this week and the article mentioned that a Ritz Carlton was also being built. Both of these will attract many to Copia and to the new oxbow market. Will be good for Napa.
Jun 3, 2008, 6:08 am
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The Westin Chosun Busan spent US$ 6.25 million in renovation(source:The Korea Herald)
Since its grand opening on June 3, 1978, the Westin Chosun Busan has always been considered one of the most glamorous places to stay in Busan - Korea's second-largest city after Seoul and the country's biggest seaport.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the only international brand hotel in Busan is now readier than ever to provide its guests with the highest level of hospitality through luxurious services and amenities.
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The newly opened Beach Athletic Club should be a welcome addition to visitors, providing a rich and relaxing experience with the latest equipment and programs.
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The hotel spent over 6.5 billion won ($6.25 million) in renovating its main entrance, lobby area, guest facilities and the Presidential Suite. Another 8 billion won was used to upgrade all guestrooms, suites and new WestinWORKOUT rooms.
The renovations tapped the talents of Italian architect Guido Stefanoni, who also designed the Frette flagship store in Paris. His most striking design is the crystal chandelier - a collection of 150,000 hand-crafted crystal cubes - which has the effect of transforming the lobby into a glamorous Hollywood set.
This glittering lobby melds seamlessly into the sunken lobby lounge, which plays on the French Riviera-like view of Haeundae Beach. A crystal piano, specially designed and handmade by Nicolaus Schimmel of the Schimmel Company, encases double-length piano strings - a perfect marriage of classic aesthetic beauty and resonating, melodic tones.
The hotel has also introduced a unique door system combining an automatic sliding door and a revolving door to its front entry, the first of its kind in the country, to guarantee the safest escape in times of emergency. The upgrades went through a testing phrase, and the result was a huge success.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the only international brand hotel in Busan is now readier than ever to provide its guests with the highest level of hospitality through luxurious services and amenities.
(...)
The newly opened Beach Athletic Club should be a welcome addition to visitors, providing a rich and relaxing experience with the latest equipment and programs.
(...)
The hotel spent over 6.5 billion won ($6.25 million) in renovating its main entrance, lobby area, guest facilities and the Presidential Suite. Another 8 billion won was used to upgrade all guestrooms, suites and new WestinWORKOUT rooms.
The renovations tapped the talents of Italian architect Guido Stefanoni, who also designed the Frette flagship store in Paris. His most striking design is the crystal chandelier - a collection of 150,000 hand-crafted crystal cubes - which has the effect of transforming the lobby into a glamorous Hollywood set.
This glittering lobby melds seamlessly into the sunken lobby lounge, which plays on the French Riviera-like view of Haeundae Beach. A crystal piano, specially designed and handmade by Nicolaus Schimmel of the Schimmel Company, encases double-length piano strings - a perfect marriage of classic aesthetic beauty and resonating, melodic tones.
The hotel has also introduced a unique door system combining an automatic sliding door and a revolving door to its front entry, the first of its kind in the country, to guarantee the safest escape in times of emergency. The upgrades went through a testing phrase, and the result was a huge success.
Jun 3, 2008, 6:17 am
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Starwood to Opening The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel in Dallas (source: Reuters)
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc announced the opening of The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel in downtown Dallas.
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 hotels and resorts in more than 25 countries.
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, a glittering ensemble of more than 65 hotels and resorts in more than 25 countries.
Jun 3, 2008, 6:21 am
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Four Points on Eastern Beach has finished upgrading its balconies (source: Geelong)
THE Four Points Sheraton on Eastern Beach has finished upgrading its balconies to conform with Australian safety standards.
Geelong's Sheraton general manager Bryan Dennis said the hotel previously had toughened glass panels, but these were installed before the Australian standard was changed in 2006.
Mr Dennis said the hotel had spent $150,000 on replacing the toughened glass panels with stainless steel handrails.
Balconies and the al fresco dining area at the front of the hotel had been closed to the public while the work was undertaken.
Mr Dennis said the work had now been completed and all areas were open again.
Geelong's Sheraton general manager Bryan Dennis said the hotel previously had toughened glass panels, but these were installed before the Australian standard was changed in 2006.
Mr Dennis said the hotel had spent $150,000 on replacing the toughened glass panels with stainless steel handrails.
Balconies and the al fresco dining area at the front of the hotel had been closed to the public while the work was undertaken.
Mr Dennis said the work had now been completed and all areas were open again.
Jun 3, 2008, 6:26 am
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W Atlanta-Midtown is now officially open (source: Business Wire)
W Hotels Worldwide sends a surge through the South with the grand opening of W Atlanta-Midtown.
This sleek, techno glam hotel, designed by I-CRAVE, Stephen Alton, Fruchtman Associates, and Ai Group in collaboration with W Hotels’ award-winning design team, features 466 guest rooms, including 33 luxurious suites, a state-of-the-art gym, glamorous pool and stylish, private cabanas, a full-service WIRED business center, and W Hotels’ signature Whatever/Whenever Concierge Service. Owned and developed by Noble Investment Group in a joint venture with AEW Capital Management, W Atlanta-Midtown will introduce four firsts to Georgia: the state’s first Bliss Spa, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Spice Market, Rande Gerber’s Whiskey Park and a W Hotels The Store retail shop.
This sleek, techno glam hotel, designed by I-CRAVE, Stephen Alton, Fruchtman Associates, and Ai Group in collaboration with W Hotels’ award-winning design team, features 466 guest rooms, including 33 luxurious suites, a state-of-the-art gym, glamorous pool and stylish, private cabanas, a full-service WIRED business center, and W Hotels’ signature Whatever/Whenever Concierge Service. Owned and developed by Noble Investment Group in a joint venture with AEW Capital Management, W Atlanta-Midtown will introduce four firsts to Georgia: the state’s first Bliss Spa, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Spice Market, Rande Gerber’s Whiskey Park and a W Hotels The Store retail shop.
Jun 3, 2008, 6:35 am
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Royal Hawaiian closing for renovations (source: Associated Press)
Hawaii's famed pink Royal Hawaiian Hotel is closing for seven months as the 81-year-old structure gets a facelift.
The $110 million renovation includes koa furnishings, Moroccan-inspired stone patterns and new lighting fixtures.
It's only the second time in history the Royal Hawaiian has closed. The first was during World War II when it served as housing for the Navy after Pearl Harbor was bombed.
The local tourism industry will lose 528 rooms until the hotel reopens to the public in January.
The $110 million renovation includes koa furnishings, Moroccan-inspired stone patterns and new lighting fixtures.
It's only the second time in history the Royal Hawaiian has closed. The first was during World War II when it served as housing for the Navy after Pearl Harbor was bombed.
The local tourism industry will lose 528 rooms until the hotel reopens to the public in January.
Jun 4, 2008, 9:15 am
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The Westin Verasa Napa is more hotel than residence. Owners are limited to using it as a "residence" for only about 28 days per year. The rest of the time, it must be offered for rent as a hotel. Discussion can be continued in this thread:
Westin Verasa Residences Napa
Westin Verasa Residences Napa