From the days of the Gold Rush to the turn of the 20th century, Chinese and Italian immigrants caught fish and Dungeness crabs at Meiggs’ Wharf in San Francisco to eke out a living. The Best Western Plus Tuscan Inn is situated at the original endpoint of this historic landing—long since transformed into a section of the larger tourist-filled Fisherman’s Wharf area. When Walnut Hill Group purchased the property in February 2011, the real estate
Kempinski Opens Hotel in Delhi
Category: Openings
Toronto, Canada—Luxury hotel brand Kempinski has reinforced its commitment to India by launching its first independently managed hotel in the commercial district of Shadara in East Delhi—Kempinski Ambience Delhi. The hotel, which officially opened in December, is features 480 rooms and suites in two towers, connected by a sky bridge. Each tower has a dedicated entrance, a lobby and a check-in desk. Kempinski Ambience Delhi features banqueting facilities of over 70,000 square feet, including a
NEW YORK—Hyatt Hotels Corporation and HHM announced that Hyatt Union Square New York is now taking reservations for stays beginning April 2013. The newly built, 178-room hotel will feature urban style guestrooms and new dining and bar concepts by local restaurateurs. Located at 13th Street and Fourth Avenue, the building’s features a historic façade and a 23-foot high entryway. The lobby, designed by acclaimed interior designer Paul Vega, will feature custom made contemporary pieces. “Union
ATLANTA—Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta, a world-class hotel near Atlanta, Ga., recently completed a $3 million transformation. The renovation includes updates to the property’s guestrooms and suites, guestroom corridors, a revitalized concierge lounge, and brand new indoor/outdoor pool furniture. The renovation began August 4, 2012. Renovated rooms now provide 300-thread-count sheets, as well as wireless Internet access, plug-in technology, and 37-inch flat-screen TVs. In the concierge lounge, guests will discover flexible work spaces, culinary and beverage offerings,
LAS VEGAS—sbe, a hospitality company that develops, manages and operates hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, announced that they will officially break ground on SLS Las Vegas. Slated to open in fall 2014, the redevelopment of SLS Las Vegas is expected to infuse $400 million into the local economy, as well as create a projected 8,600 direct and indirect jobs. Stockbridge Capital Group of San Francisco is an equity partner in the project. “It’s a proud day
