If your clients are flying south for the winter, beautiful new hospitality options are waiting for them. From the big city to the beach, these premier properties are all about warm welcomes, memorable activities and delectable dining.
Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Newly opened last week, the Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa—San Antonio’s first Autograph Collection Hotel—features 253 oversized guest rooms, two restaurants/bars, expansive meeting space, and repurposed 19th-century historic buildings that are home to a day spa and a one-of-a-kind bungalow suite. The new luxury hotel at the corner of South Alamo Street and East Cesar Chavez Boulevard is just steps away from Hemisfair, La Villita and the Henry B. González Convention Center.
The Spa Plaza San Antonio, open initially with limited in-room services for guests only, will officially open its full suite of services to the public in March. In anticipation of the full opening, The Spa Plaza San Antonio is offering a 24 percent discount for any appointments scheduled for March that are booked in advance during the first week of the hotel’s opening (must book by Jan. 25).
Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa also features a resort-style swimming pool and two community-focused restaurants and bars, Corinne San Antonio and Anaqua Garden Bar.
Plaza San Antonio offers flexible and unique meeting space options for every event and wedding type with more than 21,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor venues, including a nearly 6,000 square foot ballroom. plazasanantoniohotelandspa.com.
Dolce by Wyndham Hotel, Hollywood
New in Hollywood, FL and set across from the Seminole Hard Rock, the 100-room Dolce by Wyndham Hollywood is also set apart by being a kosher property, with a kosher rooftop restaurant and bar, a Shabbat elevator that automatically stops on every floor and manual room keys. Guestrooms at the boutique hotel boast affordable luxury with floor-to-ceiling black marble bathrooms, plush mattresses and bed linens, free premium movie channels and high-speed WiFi, while a state-of-the-art fitness center, heated pool and business center are among the amenities.
Dolce Hollywood’s complimentary Hard Rock Shuttle runs on the hour every hour from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Other offsite delights include ArtsPark at Young Circle, featuring live performances; the Anne Kolb Nature Center, home to native wetlands; and the Hollywood Beach Golf Club. Also nearby are the white sands of Hollywood Beach and the lively Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, boasting shops, bars, and restaurants. wyndhamhotels.com
Signia by Hilton, Atlanta
Hilton has expanded its Georgia portfolio with the first Signia by Hilton property in the state—the 976-room Signia by Hilton Atlanta, the city’s largest ground-up hotel development project in 40 years.
Poised to become a signature landmark and economic catalyst on the city’s west side, Signia by Hilton Atlanta is owned by Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) and forms part of the Authority’s Championship Campus, North America’s largest combined convention, sports, and entertainment destination, which also includes Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Centennial Olympic Park.
Built on the repurposed foundation of the Georgia Dome, the hotel features eight food and beverage experiences; a spa, beauty bar, rooftop pool and fitness center; more than 100,000 square feet of flexible meeting space; a grand outdoor event deck and lawn; and Club Signia. As the tallest building on the west side of Atlanta, the 42-story, 1.25M-sf property is enveloped in wall-to-wall glass, offering panoramic views of downtown Atlanta, an inspiring and curated art collection, and inviting spaces.
For anyone keeping up with their wellness routine while on the road, the hotel also offers rooms with Peloton Bikes and specific wellness amenities. In addition, Signia by Hilton Atlanta features an entire floor dedicated to wellness, with a state-of-the-art fitness center, a lavish spa, beauty bar, and an outdoor rooftop complete with a pool and lounge that overlook Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Stories.Hilton.com.
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is set to complete a $13.8 million renovation, debuting newly renovated rooms and suites—including the Presidential Suite, Vice Presidential Suite, Atlantic Suite, and Resort Bunk Suite—in early February 2024 as well as raising the room inventory from 416 to 420.
Drawing inspiration from Hilton Head’s natural landscape, rooms have been remodeled to immerse guests in coastal colors and fabrics while specialty suites feature touches like private balconies and expansive living areas. For those seeking a retreat reminiscent of summer camp, the Resort Bunk Suite re-creates that carefree feeling with bunk beds, a king bed, a dinette table, a large balcony, and a comfortable entertainment area with a wet bar, making it a great option for multi-generational families and friend groups. marriot.com
The Alida Hotel, Savannah
Celebrate early spring by marching over to The Alida Hotel in Savannah. Why March? Once a year, the city of Savannah is painted green for their Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This year, The Alida is offering guests The Luck of Savannah package to celebrate on March 17th. Located in the revitalized Entertainment District alongside famed River Street, The Alida offers guests the opportunity to find their pot of gold while being in close proximity to the heart of the parade action.
The package includes overnight accommodations, two custom-designed Alida St. Patrick’s Day T-shirts and a custom Alida-branded cooler with a 6-pack of locally brewed beer and snacks. thealidahotel.com
