The Mining Exchange Hotel, a newly reimagined boutique hotel in downtown Colorado Springs, announces the appointment of Jana Smith as general manager. With over two decades of hotel management experience, Smith will oversee all hotel operations and lead the continued revitalization of the historic property under the management of Practice Hospitality.
Extended Stay America, the leading mid-priced extended stay hotel brand in the United States, announced today the opening of the Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Colorado Springs, marking the brand's continued expansion in high-demand markets. This is the latest development in Extended Stay America Premier Suites' continued rise as the fastest-growing midscale extended stay brand since it launched in 2021.
Hyatt welcomes Cheyenne Mountain Resort to the Destination by Hyatt brand, extending even more true-to-place experiences in new destinations for guests and World of Hyatt members. Nestled among the scenic wonders of the Rocky Mountains with 316 guestrooms and suites, Cheyenne Mountain Resort invites adventurers, nature enthusiasts, relaxation seekers and business travelers alike to connect to the destination with immersive outdoor experiences and local touches.
Guests looking to escape the hustle of everyday life and recharge amidst the shadows of Pikes Peak can now indulge in the charm of The Mining Exchange, a Registry Collection Hotel. The newly renovated, 128-room hotel, nestled in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, marks the first for Registry Collection Hotels in the United States.
Tom Luersen, president of CoralTree Hospitality, today announced that Curtis Bova has been named general manager of the new Hotel Polaris at The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The new hotel is scheduled to open late 2024.
Hyatt House Colorado Springs Airport celebrated its official opening today, marking the first Hyatt House hotel in Colorado Springs, thoughtfully expanding the Hyatt House brand footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. Owned by Coughlin & Company, Inc. and managed by 5 Senses Hospitality Management, Hyatt House Colorado Springs Airport is conveniently located less than a 5 minute drive from Colorado Springs Airport and will provide guests with the service and convenience of hotel living with the casual comforts of home.
Residence Inn by Marriott offers residents and travelers a hassle-free stay proximate Colorado Springs Airport.
The Marriott® hotels provide breathtaking views of Pikes Peak and Downtown Colorado Springs.
Quality Inn & Suites Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colo. has completed a renovation of its 124 guest rooms including newly remodeled bathrooms as well as new paint, furniture and fixtures. Since 2016, San Diego-based RAR Hospitality has been managing the branded hotel including its renovation and in February 2020, Chicago-based hotel management company, Hostmark Hospitality Group assumed RAR's hotel collection including Quality Inn & Suites Garden of the Gods, managing the completion of the renovation.
Stephen Hopkins is the newly appointed General Manager of Quality Inn & Suites at Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colo. and has a great hospitality background as well as varied experiences as a hotel leader. Hopkins was recently the Dual General Manager for the Springhill Suites and Towne Place Suites Colorado Springs. Prior to that, he was in San Diego working as the General Manager at the Courtyard San Diego Carlsbad. Hopkins has experiences with Wyndham, La Quinta and Hyatt Place. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Denver and he has both a Certified Hotel Administrator and Certified Revenue Management Executive designations.
The 80-room Fairfield by Marriott in Colorado Springs, Colorado is scheduled to open this Wednesday, October 23, 2019 with a new décor that provides guests with a feeling of warmth and calm while traveling. Located at 4107 Tutt Boulevard, the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Colorado Springs/Ballpark will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Freeman & Kallaher Colorado Properties, LLC and managed by InterMountain Management, LLC of Monroe, Louisiana.
Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs appointed Matthew Redmond to Executive Chef to lead and oversee the resort's culinary concepts.
Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs appointed Monique West to Food and Beverage Director to lead and oversee the resort's culinary concepts. As food and beverage director, West will be responsible for the overall operations, performance and strategic direction to Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs's culinary outlets. Prior to joining Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs, West spent twelve years at The Broadmoor Hotel, the longest running 5 Star 5 Diamond Hotel, where she evolved from a server to the general manager of Ristorante Del Lago at the Broadmoor.
Garden of the Gods Collection, a private club and luxury resort, today announced the appointment of Lauren Ripko as the property's new senior sales and catering manager. Ripko joins the team with nearly 20 years of experience in event curating, marketing and other facets of the hospitality industry. Raised in a small town in Kansas, Ripko moved to Denver to earn a Graphic Design Degree from the Art Institute of Colorado. She began her career in hospitality as a member of the conference services team for a Denver Marriott property and worked various jobs in hotels, ski lodges, restaurants, bars, floral design, and design studios.
Garden of the Gods Collection, a private club and luxury resort, today announced the appointment of Stephen McLean as director of food and beverage. McLean joins the team with 30 years of experience in club management, property management and hospitality industries. He started his career in 1988 with Ritz Carlton, a s a banquet supervisor and director for properties in Buckhead, Ga., and Palm Beach, Fla. During his time at these properties, McLean managed more than 25,000 and 31,000 square feet, respectively, of meeting space and generated more than $12 million in banquet revenue.From 1993 to 1997, McLean was quickly promoted internally at the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, from assistant banquet director to director of banquet operations, overseeing a $12.5 million operation with more than 30,000 square feet of banquet facilities. In 1998, he was hired by the PGA National Resort and Spa to restructure the banquet department; he focused on overhauling service levels, developing a management team, facility management, labor retention and financials.In 1999, McLean joined The Trump Organization at Mar-a-Lago Club and Trump International Golf Club as the director of food and beverage. The ultra-exclusive, members-only social dining club is the only private social club to attain a six-star diamond award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences.In addition to his passion for the food and beverage industry, McLean has served as the director of club operations for Pelican Bay Foundation in Naples, Fla., overseeing four dining rooms and tennis and beach operations for the 6,500-resident community. He successfully instituted an in-house catering department, offering home deliveries, that resulted in more than $120,000 in new revenue in its first year. His community and club management experience extended to The Bear's Club Property Owners Association in Jupiter, Fla., a luxury gated community developed by Jack Nicklaus and Associates, recognized as one of America's most prestigious and prominent real estate developments, with total home values of more than $500 million. Most recently, McLean served as the general manager of Azure Condominiums in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., where he oversaw 101 multi-million dollar residences; the property encompassed 15 acres, featuring a private marina for resident yacht parking.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Colorado Springs, conveniently located minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cheyenne Motto to Director of Sales, effective immediately. With an impressive resume and over 13 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Motto is the perfect fit for the hotel’s already experienced sales team.
Embassy by Hilton Colorado Springs, a Hilton Worldwide all-suite hotel near Pikes Peak currently undergoing a property-wide renovation, announces new Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Manager, Anthony Neal. An industry veteran with a strong background in foodservice, business, leadership and teambuilding, Neal is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the hotel restaurant, Polo Club, direction of banquet cuisine for catered events, development of culinary and lounge programs and management of the food & beverage team.
Embassy by Hilton Colorado Springs, a Hilton Worldwide all-suite hotel near Pikes Peak, introduces new Director of Sales, Erin Williams. With a proven track record for success in leadership, team building and sales, Williams has strategic plans to maximize revenue and sales efforts for Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs, currently in the midst of a property-wide renovation.
Thomas J. Walker comes to his new role with Benchmark Hospitality at Cheyenne Mountain Resort with significant experience within national sales for leading hotel brands and independent properties. He was most recently director of sales for the Antlers Hilton Hotel in Colorado Springs, having previously served as director of sales and catering for the Garden of the Gods Club, also of Colorado Springs. Mr. Walker has held senior-level sales positions at properties within the Wyndham, Marriott and Hilton brands in markets across the United States. He is a graduate of the University of West Virginia.