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Exclusive: The Peninsula General Manager Cameron Cundle talks business in Beijing

Hotel Management

Almost a year on from China’s reopening to the world, The Peninsula Beijing General Manager, Cameron Cundle, spoke to Ruth Hogan about the recovery of travel, debunking preconceptions among travellers, and rooting the guest experience in cultural connection. Line dancing is always huge at the hotel.

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Kimpton Virgilio Opens as Brand’s First Boutique Hotel in Mexico City

Lodging

MEXICO CITY—Kimpton Virgilio, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ first boutique hotel in Mexico City, has opened. Kimpton Virgilio delivers a balance between the operations of a boutique hotel and the support of IHG Hotels & Resorts. The property was developed by ZKC.

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The Guardsman appoints general manager

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Nicolas Monaglio has joined Shiva Hotels’ five star hotel The Guardsman as general manager. Monaglio joined The Guardsman in January 2020 as pre-opening deputy general manager. He will replace former GM Eva Mount who has moved to Shiva’s upcoming hotel in Marylebone. .

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GHM appoints general manager at The Chedi Katara

Boutique Hotel News

Qatar: Hotel operator General Hotel Management (GHM) has named Hani Akkari as the general manager of The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort in Doha. Akkari brings over 17 years of experience in luxury hotels to this new role with GHM.

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Pendry Newport Beach appoints general manager

Boutique Hotel News

USA: Pendry Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of David Hoffman as general manager of Pendry Newport Beach, scheduled to open in summer 2023. Hoffman will oversee all daily operations of the hotel in Newport Beach, California. The property will also be home to a private membership club.

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Adge Hotel and Residences expands key count by 149 as second tower opens

Hotel Management

Adge Hotel and Residences in Sydney’s Surry Hills has opened a second hotel tower on the site, expanding its room count by 149 guest rooms to a total of 254. Operated by La Vie Hotels and Resorts, Adge Hotel and Residences opened last August on the site of the former Cambridge Hotel.

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Wild Thyme & Honey appoints general manager

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Wild Thyme & Honey, a boutique hotel located in the Cotswolds, has appointed Simon Stanbrook as general manager. He will supervise the front of house team and take project management duties, while working to drive recruitment and improve guest experience.