Benchmark Hospitality Names Troy Mathews General Manager for Hotel Contessa in San Antonio, Texas
HOUSTON, TX. July 21, 2015 - The Woodlands. Benchmark Hospitality International®, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has named Troy Mathews general manager for Hotel Contessa. Greg Champion, executive vice president and chief operations officer for Benchmark Hospitality, made the announcement. Hotel Contessa is a Benchmark Resort located alongside the famed Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas.
"It is a pleasure to welcome Troy to his new position with Hotel Contessa," said Mr. Champion. "He comes to his new role equipped with vast experience in effectively operating and providing leadership to luxury hotels."
A 20-year hotel industry veteran, Troy Mathews previously served as general manager for the Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort, located on the Caribbean island of Curacao. Prior to this appointment he was general manager of Hotel Arista near Chicago, where he began employment as food & beverage director. For many years, Mr. Mathews served in positions of increasing responsibility for luxury hotels and resorts throughout the state of Texas. He is a graduate of Aims Community College of Greeley, Colorado. Mr. Mathews resides in Austin.
About Hotel Contessa
Nestled in the heart of downtown San Antonio on the banks of the famed River Walk, the AAA Four Diamond Hotel Contessa reflects the rich heritage of 20th century Spain, embracing its unique architecture, hospitality and cuisine. The 12-story hotel features 265 luxurious suites, 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space, a Woodhouse Day Spa, fitness center and a heated, outdoor rooftop swimming pool. Its signature, award-winning restaurant, Las Ramblas, features authentic Spanish Mediterranean cuisine, while the hip Cork Bar offers an array of signature, hand-crafted cocktails and scenic outdoor patio overlooking the River Walk. Hotel Contessa was also ranked by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the 'Top 100 Hotels in the World' on the publication's coveted Gold List. Hotel Contessa is managed by Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® and is located at 306 W. Market Street. For reservations and information visit www.thehotelcontessa.com or call 866-435-0900. To become a fan on Facebook visit www.Facebook.com/hotelcontessa or follow on Twitter at www.twitter.com/hotelcontessa.
About Benchmark Resorts & Hotels®
Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® represents the finest in lodging, dining, recreational and meeting accommodations. Many are certified by the International Association of Conference Centres, the leading professional organization governing the multi-billion dollar conference center industry on five continents, and many have also been recognized with the coveted Benchmark Conference Centers® certification of meeting excellence. Benchmark Resorts & Hotels deliver highly specialized service that anticipates guests' needs and ensures a hospitality experience unsurpassed and long remembered. www.benchmarkresortsandhotels.com. To become a fan on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/BenchmarkResortsandHotels, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BenchmarkHotels.
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