The 251-room property will be rebranded as The
Lofton Hotel under the Tapestry Collection by Hilton flag; Marcus
Hotels & Resorts to manage the property
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized owner and
management company and division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE:
MCS), announced today that it, Hempel Real Estate, and Robinson
Park have closed on the acquisition of the Loews Minneapolis Hotel.
The property will be managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts,
effective today, and will be rebranded immediately as The Lofton
Hotel under the Tapestry Collection by Hilton flag, making it the
first Tapestry Collection hotel in Minnesota. The terms of the
transaction were not disclosed.
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“Since 1993, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has been invested in
elevating the travel and leisure experience in Minneapolis, a city
we greatly admire and appreciate,” said Michael Evans, president of
Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “The Lofton Hotel’s chic design,
incredible location, and ample amenities create a welcoming
destination for travelers visiting the Twin Cities and experiencing
all they have to offer. With The Lofton Hotel now part of the
Tapestry Collection by Hilton platform, we look forward to
welcoming our new associates to the Marcus Hotels & Resorts
family and providing our guests with the high-quality service and
experience for which Hilton and we are known. We also look forward
to playing an active part in the continued resurgence of the
downtown business and social community.”
“We are excited to invest once again in the downtown community
of Minneapolis, a community we believe in,” said Mark Beffort,
chief executive officer of Robinson Park. “With the backing of the
Tapestry Collection by Hilton and the management expertise of
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, The Lofton Hotel is poised to deliver
an unparalleled experience in the heart of the downtown core.”
“As long-time investors in the Twin Cities area, we are thrilled
to invest in a major downtown landmark at the heart of the city’s
sports and entertainment districts,” said Josh Krsnak, chief
executive officer at Hempel Real Estate. “This investment aligns
closely with Hempel’s commitment to real estate projects that add
meaningful value to cities and their communities.”
The Lofton Hotel
Located in downtown Minneapolis, The Lofton Hotel is steps from
the city’s shopping and entertainment districts as well as premier
sports destinations like the Target Center, which is connected to
the hotel via skywalk, and Target Field. Business travelers can
also easily connect to the business district and nearby office
buildings using the famous Minneapolis Skyway System.
This full-service lifestyle property features 251 contemporary
guest rooms and suites that highlight the state’s topographic
features. In addition to artwork adorning the rooms and common
areas that draws inspiration from key aspects of Minneapolis’
identity, each room is equipped with the latest amenities, such as
Keurig gourmet coffee makers, and lavish limestone counters and
glass basins in the bathrooms. The Lofton Hotel’s suites have
impressive views of the city skyline with many boasting views
directly into Target Field, including onto home plate.
Additionally, each suite offers extra space and additional
amenities to make guest stays more comfortable. Two of The Lofton
Hotel’s signature suites celebrate famous local artists with unique
features, such as an in-room grand piano once played by the Piano
Man himself, Billy Joel, large living spaces for entertaining, and
artwork that celebrates Minneapolis icons. In addition, The Lofton
Hotel boasts more than 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting and
event space that offers state-of-the-art audiovisual technology for
meetings, group events, and weddings of all sizes.
Food and beverage outlets include a signature restaurant
currently serving New American cuisine inspired by the Pacific
regions, as well as a bar and lounge on the lobby level offering
handcrafted cocktails and local microbrews, along with small bites.
To appeal to both locals and guests alike, both concepts will be
updated to offer an elevated food and beverage experience. Other
hotel amenities include a robust business center, a fitness center
with a full range of cardio-vascular and weightlifting equipment as
well as Peloton bikes, a pet-friendly policy, and an attentive
concierge service to help travelers get the most out of their
stays.
The Lofton Hotel’s New General
Manager
Marcus Hotels & Resorts has appointed Jim Waldvogel as
general manager of The Lofton Hotel, effective immediately.
Waldvogel brings more than 30 years of hospitality experience, with
more than 26 years of his career serving in various leadership
positions at other hotels in the Minneapolis area for Marcus Hotels
& Resorts. In addition to his new role, he continues to serve
as managing director and general manager of the company’s Hilton
Minneapolis/Bloomington property. Under his leadership, Hilton
Bloomington/Minneapolis has earned Hilton’s prestigious Award of
Excellence four years in a row. Previously, Waldvogel served as
general manager of Marcus Hotels & Resorts’ formerly managed
property, Crowne Plaza Northstar in Minneapolis. Waldvogel is an
active community leader and volunteer in the Twin Cities area,
having served on the boards for various local nonprofit
organizations and convention and visitor bureaus.
“We are excited for Jim to assume leadership of The Lofton
Hotel, a property we believe fits perfectly within our portfolio of
premium branded and independent hotels,” said Evans. “His proven
hospitality expertise and passion for making each guest’s stay
extraordinary will continue to elevate The Lofton Hotel as one of
the top destinations in the Twin Cities.”
Hilton Honors
The Lofton Hotel is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning
guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 world-class brands. Hilton
Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels
have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment
slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of
Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that
can’t be found anywhere else and free standard WiFi. Members also
have access to contactless technology exclusively through the
industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors
members can check-in, choose their room and access their room using
Digital Key.
For more information or to book a reservation at The Lofton
Hotel, please visit: www.tapestrycollection.com/theloftonhotel.
About Marcus Hotels &
Resorts
With the addition of The Lofton Hotel, Marcus Hotels &
Resorts owns and/or manages 16 hotels, resorts and other properties
in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes
city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties,
and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus
Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging
brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus
Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through
its expertise in management, development and product repositioning.
This includes premier food and beverage brands such as Mason Street
Grill, ChopHouse, Miller Time® Pub & Grill and SafeHouse®
Restaurants. For more information, please visit:
http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook,
Instagram and LinkedIn.
About The Marcus
Corporation
Headquartered in Milwaukee, The Marcus Corporation is a leader
in the lodging and entertainment industries, with significant
company-owned real estate assets. In addition to its lodging
division, its theatre division, Marcus Theatres®, is the fourth
largest theatre circuit in the U.S. and currently owns or operates
993 screens at 79 locations in 17 states under the Marcus Theatres,
Movie Tavern® by Marcus and BistroPlex® brands. For more
information, please visit the company’s website at
www.marcuscorp.com.
About Hempel Real Estate
Hempel Real Estate is a Minnesota based leading commercial real
estate firm dedicated to acquiring, developing, leasing and
managing commercial properties in markets throughout the Midwest.
Founded in 2001, Hempel Real Estate has earned a reputation for
bringing dynamic and fresh vision to real estate investment. Hempel
has more than 3 million square feet in its portfolio. With a proven
track record of success, Hempel Real Estate specializes in
turnaround projects and new and re-use development properties with
a focus on retail, office, hospitality, and multi-family.
About Robinson Park
Based in Oklahoma City, Robinson Park is a leading commercial
real estate firm, delivering innovative solutions to clients
nationwide. With over 120 years of experience, Robinson Park has
grown into a full-service enterprise encompassing investments
within the office, industrial, hospitality and multi-housing
commercial real estate sectors. Spanning over 11 markets and $2
billion of assets under management, Robinson Park offers
specialized services in investment and development opportunities,
property management, brokerage, construction management,
architecture and design, and strategic research and analysis. For
more information, please visit the company’s website at
www.robinson-park.com and follow the company on LinkedIn, Instagram
and Facebook.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with
a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising more than 7,500
properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and
territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill
the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has
welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history,
was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work
and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow
Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton
has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve
the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated
complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed
connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program
Hilton Honors, the more than 180 million members who book directly
with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money
can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their
stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital
Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit
stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Tapestry Collection by
Hilton
Tapestry Collection by Hilton is a portfolio of over 120
original hotels that offer guests unique style and vibrant
personality, encouraging them to connect to their destination and
enjoy authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences. While each
property has a unique story to share that comes to life through
uplifting design and unique food & beverage, every Tapestry
Collection property is united by the reliability that comes with
the Hilton name, in addition to the benefits of the award-winning
Hilton Honors program. Experience Tapestry Collection by Hilton by
booking at tapestrycollectionbyhilton.com or through the
industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book
directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant
benefits. Learn more about Tapestry Collection by Hilton at
stories.hilton.com/tapestry, and follow the brand on Facebook,
Instagram and Twitter.
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