Renovation Underway at Kimpton's 235-Room Hotel Solamar in San Diego, CA
SAN DIEGO, CA. November 19, 2015 — Kimpton's Hotel Solamar announced today its renovation plan for the 235-room downtown hotel. As part of the revamp, all guestrooms, event space and lobby will be updated, with an estimated completion date slated for spring 2016.
Conceptualized by Paletteur, the finished product will showcase a high-end Mediterranean style, blending San Diego's historic, Spanish-influences with vibrant, modern touches. Guestrooms and suites will be fully upgraded with new furniture and carpeting, and will feature bright colors and patterns, dramatic elements and eclectic touches. The hotel's ballroom and meeting rooms will also see a complete upgrade. In addition to new carpeting, evocative of Spanish colonial designs, the rooms will be equipped with strong impactful lighting. The lobby will also undergo a significant change, with brighter colors and lighting, new artwork and reception area, and contemporary touches throughout the space.
“Our guests continuously choose us for our premier location, comfortable setting and authentic guest experience,” said Shannon Foster, general manager at Hotel Solamar. “We can't wait to complete this renovation and truly offer it all—a vibrant, stunning hotel in the ideal downtown location, a world-class restaurant and pool deck, and of course our unmatched guest service.”
Hotel construction will be completed under the direction of Hotel Solamar's new general manager, Shannon Foster. Foster joined the team in June 2015 from Kimpton's Hotel La Jolla, where she oversaw the hotel's transition to a Kimpton Hotel. Guestroom updates kick off in November 2015 and will be followed by meeting space and lobby renovations.
About Hotel Solamar
Kimpton's Hotel Solamar is a stylish boutique hotel in the heart of downtown San Diego. Ideally situated in the city's Historic Gaslamp Quarter and the bustling East Village neighborhood, the 235-room hotel is steps away from Petco Park, the San Diego Convention Center, and the city's best dining, shopping, nightlife and entertainment venues. Hotel Solamar is the ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers, with 8,800 square feet of flexible event space and a popular rooftop terrace, pool and bar. The hotel is also home to Jsix Restaurant and Bar, a neighborhood restaurant known for its culinary ingenuity, farm-to-table concept and craft cocktails. The hotel is located at 435 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. For more information, visit www.hotelsolamar.com
About Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a leading collection of boutique hotels and restaurants and the acknowledged industry pioneer that first introduced the boutique hotel concept to the United States. In 1981, Bill Kimpton founded the company that today is renowned for making travelers feel genuinely cared for through thoughtful perks and amenities, bold, playful design and a sincerely personal style of guest service. Out to help people live full, balanced lives, Kimpton aims to inspire with touches like yoga mats in every room, complimentary coffee and tea to start the day, hosted evening Wine Hour, in-room fitness programming and complimentary bike rentals. The award-winning restaurants and bars are led by talented chefs and bartenders that offer guests a chance to dine like a local. Kimpton is consistently ranked as one of the top companies in the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, Upper Upscale Segment, for Customer Satisfaction. The company is highly-regarded for its innovative employee culture and benefits and has been named a FORTUNE magazine “Best Place to Work” six times since 2009. Kimpton is continuously growing and currently operates over 60 hotels and 70 plus restaurants, bars and lounges in 30 U.S. cities. In January 2015, Kimpton was welcomed into the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) family of hotel brands, bringing together two special cultures and sets of values to create the world's largest boutique hotel business. For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com.
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