Davidson Hotels & Resorts Welcomes The Hotel Minneapolis, Autograph Collection to Its Pivot Hotels & Resorts Portfolio
LOS ANGELES, CA. November 14, 2017 - Davidson Hotels & Resorts expands its Pivot Hotels & Resorts portfolio with the addition of The Hotel Minneapolis, Autograph Collection, a historic 222-room property in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for its fusion of old city charm and contemporary flair, The Hotel Minneapolis, Autograph Collection, is conveniently located downtown where guests can easily access sensational attractions such as the Guthrie Theatre, Mill City Museum and the U.S. Bank Stadium, utilizing the pedestrian friendly skyway system or hopping on the nearby light rail.
After a busy day of sightseeing or attending a Vikings game, travelers can retire to their guestrooms and enjoy modern amenities including high-speed wireless internet and 42-inch TVs, or simply relax and enjoy the luxurious comfort of the plush pillow top beds, custom duvets and sumptuous pillows. Guests not wanting to miss a beat on their workout routine will want to take advantage of the 10th floor fitness center, which includes cardio and free weight equipment.
"We are absolutely delighted to add our first Minneapolis property to the Pivot portfolio," said Albert Smith, senior vice president of Pivot. "We are confident that guests will have a remarkable stay at The Hotel Minneapolis while taking in all of the arts and culture the city has to offer."
The Hotel Minneapolis features the award-winning Restaurant Max, offering fresh and regionally seasonal American cuisine. Located within the hotel, Restaurant Max serves up an inviting, fashionably elegant atmosphere, attracting diverse crowds seeking the perfect spot to enjoy corporate events, lunch with friends, a romantic dinner date or bellying up to the bar for happy hour. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is always something new to explore at Restaurant Max.
A multi-million dollar renovation is planned to begin in late 2018 and to be completed in early 2019. All areas of the 222 room hotel, including Restaurant Max and all public spaces will be redesigned and reimagined offering guests and locals truly inspiring spaces to work, stay, dine and spend time.
About Davidson Hotels & Resorts
Davidson Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, full-service hotel management company providing management, development/renovation, acquisition, consulting and accounting expertise for the hospitality industry. Amassing one of the purest full-service hotel portfolios in the industry, Davidson, along with its lifestyle and luxury operating division, Pivot Hotels & Resorts, specializes in independent and branded assets in the upper-upscale to luxury segments including 42 hotels, nearly 13,000 rooms and 1.4 million square feet of meeting space across the United States. A trusted partner and preferred operator of Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt hotels, Davidson delivers hospitality and creates value for owners with every single hotel. More information can be found at www.davidsonhotels.com.
About Pivot Hotels & Resorts
Pivot Hotels & Resorts, the lifestyle and luxury division of Davidson Hotels & Resorts, operates with a deep-rooted passion for continuous innovation, exceptional service delivery, revenue generation, inspired marketing and financial responsibility. Constituted by some of the most accomplished leaders in lifestyle hospitality, Pivot Hotels & Resorts caters to today's experience-, adventure-minded traveler through inspiring design, thoughtful service, and one-of-a-kind experiences at each of its hotels and resorts. Pivot Hotels & Resorts operates nine hotels and resorts across the US with more in development. More information may be found at www.pivothotels.com.
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