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14 B M & T ••• November/December 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com H O T E L H A P P E N I N G S CRESCENT HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES MANAGEMENT OF THE HOTEL CLEVELAND, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION The Historic Property Stands as a Bold Testament to the City's Spirit Following a Major Renovation Crescent Hotels & Resorts has announced the management of Hotel Cleveland, Autograph Collection, a historic property situated in downtown Cleveland. The former Renaissance Cleveland Hotel underwent an extensive multi-year $80 mil- lion renovation and reopened in April 2024 under its original name. With over 100 years of history, Hotel Cleveland effort- lessly merges the city's rich heritage with modern charm, offer- ing an upscale experience that makes it an ideal addition to the Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent collection. Marriott's Autograph Collection of independent hotels, the revitalized property features a brand new lobby bar and restaurant, along with 60,000 square feet of meeting space, priming a truly authentic Cleveland experience. One of down- town Cleveland's most illustrious hotels since opening in 1918, the property offers guests an interactive historical expe- rience through NFC code medallion technology. This amenity allows guests to engage with and discover the property's sig- nificant moments. Each of the 491 reimagined guest rooms showcases sleek and sophisticated interiors, adorned with wall murals depict- ing historic maps and scenes from the city's history. The table- side lamps, inspired by historic sewing machines, pay homage to the city's former garment district. For a more personalized experience, guests can choose spacious suites that offer sepa- rate living areas and views of Lake Erie. The new hotel lobby bar and restaurant, Maker is a stylish gathering place with a supper club atmosphere, offering a mix of high-end dining, comfortable ambiance, and signature cocktails. Mowrey's, the city's premier destination for break- fast and brunch, pays homage to Phineas Mowrey, who pio- neered tavern culture in Cleveland in 1815. For more information, to view photos, or to make a reser- vation call 216-696-5600. ABOUT CRESCENT HOTELS & RESORTS Crescent Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, nationally recognized, operator of hotels and resorts with over 120 prop- erties in the United States & Canada. Crescent is one of the few elite management companies approved to operate upper- upscale and luxury hotels under the brand families of Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. Crescent also operates a collec- tion of independent and lifestyle properties under the Latitudes Collection umbrella. These properties include PGA National Resort, Horseshoe Bay Resort, and The Opus Westchester, Autograph Collection. Powered by innovative, forward-thinking experts, Latitudes is a modern management platform for lifestyle hotels and resorts where creative con- cepts connect with modern travelers from urban boutique hotels to oceanside luxury resorts. Crescent's clients include premiere REITs, private equity firms, and major developers. For more information, please visit www.crescenthotels.com and www.latitudesbycres- cent.com or connect with Crescent on LinkedIn. THE CONFIDANTE MIAMI BEACH REBRANDS AS ANDAZ MIAMI BEACH In December 2024, The Confidante Miami Beach will be transformed into Andaz Miami Beach, the first Andaz hotel in Florida. This hotel features an industry-first, ocean-view check- in experience, 287 rooms, 64 suites, two reimagined pools and a historic beach house. The property will weave the rich cultural