First Hospitality has added five lifestyle properties to its managed portfolio, including Sky Rock Sedona, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; The Steward Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection in Green Bay, WI; Hotel Elkhart, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Elkhart, IN; and Le Méridien St. Louis Downtown. These additions expand the company’s footprint into five new markets
“The addition of these hotels reflects the continued momentum of our lifestyle portfolio and the strength of the partnerships we’re building with ownership groups across the country,” said Kathleen Hollis, chief growth officer, First Hospitality. “We’re committed to preserving what makes each property unique while bringing First Hospitality’s commercial strategy, operational expertise and collaborative approach to help owners maximize long-term value and performance.”
Sky Rock Sedona is a boutique lifestyle hotel offering panoramic views of Sedona’s red rock formations and access to the destination’s hiking trails, art galleries and spiritual attractions. It features 109 accommodations, a resort-style pool and hot tub, wellness programming including moonrise ceremonies and full moon sound baths, an on-site spa and breakfast and dinner at Bar WooWoo
Located on California’s Central Coast, The Steward Santa Barbara is an 87-suite retreat set on nearly five acres surrounding the historic Sexton House. Blending relaxed coastal luxury with the region’s natural beauty, the hotel offers access to beaches, wineries and downtown Santa Barbara, along with a resort-style outdoor pool; locally inspired dining at Terra; wellness experiences including yoga and in-room massages; and indoor-outdoor gathering spaces
Hotel Northland is a historic 160-room hotel in downtown Green Bay blending timeless architecture with modern amenities close to the city’s entertainment district. The hotel features nearly 15,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, including The Alley, a private venue with bowling lanes, shuffleboard and billiards, along with dining at Poke The Bear Sports Bar and the Walnut Room Green Bay, which serves breakfast daily and is also available for private lunch and dinner events
Hotel Elkhart is a 93-room boutique hotel in downtown Elkhart celebrating the city’s rich musical heritage and vibrant arts scene. It offers nearly 5,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space, elevated dining and cocktails at The Corner Bar and High Note Rooftop Bar, and locally inspired breakfast offerings at Relish Café & Confections
Le Méridien St. Louis Downtown is a 96-room hotel in downtown St. Louis, offering access to the city’s premier sports, entertainment and cultural attractions. The hotel features contemporary accommodations, flexible meeting space, craft cocktails at Longitude Bar and signature gelato and coffee offerings at Le Scoop by Le Méridien, providing guests with a refined, European-inspired stay
“These additions mark an important milestone as First Hospitality expands into five new markets and continues to grow its presence in high-demand leisure and lifestyle destinations,” said David Duncan, president/CEO, First Hospitality. “Each hotel has a strong connection to its local community and sense of place, and we look forward to building on that foundation while delivering the level of service and operational excellence that defines each property’s experience.”
