Valor Hospitality adds The Monsaraz in San Diego. Valor Hospitality Partners has expanded to the West Coast with the addition of The Monsaraz, a 92-guestroom Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel in San Diego, marking the full-service management company's 10th U.S. signing in the past month. Located in Point Loma, the property opened in 2021 as the area's first new hotel in more than a decade. As part of the agreement, Valor Hospitality will assume full management of the boutique property, including its food and beverage operations. Reflecting the neighborhood's maritime heritage, the property's design pays tribute to Point Loma's Portuguese immigrant fishing roots, while its signature restaurant, Unico, brings authentic Portuguese-inspired cuisine to San Diego. Its food and beverage operations will now be supported by SAVOR by Valor. "This is an exciting time for us during our next phase of growth while already having a global presence in 75 cities in 26 countries," said Euan McGlashan, cofounder/CEO, Valor Hospitality Partners. "Further expansion on the West Coast has been something I've seen as important for us for a very long time. We could not be happier to take on such a wonderful property, where we can bring our own brand of hospitality to this special asset and location. We are thankful to ownership for the opportunity and will make them proud." Dwayne Marshall, chief development officer - Americas, Valor Hospitality Partners, said, "We are incredibly proud to welcome The Monsaraz to the Valor family as our first property on the West Coast. This signing marks an important milestone in the continued growth of our Americas portfolio and establishes a strong foundation for Valor's expansion across the region." He continued, "The Monsaraz is a distinctive hotel with a strong sense of place and genuine connection to the Point Loma community, making it a natural fit with our 'A Whole World of Local' philosophy. We look forward to working closely with the hotel team to build on what makes the property special, strengthen its market position and drive long-term performance and asset value for ownership."

Bellamare taps manager for MS hotels. The agreement covers existing and future properties * Bellamare selects Valor to manage MS hotels. * The agreement covers existing and future properties. * Valor will provide management, operational services. BELLAMARE DEVELOPMENT SELECTED Valor Hospitality Partners to manage its Mississippi hotel portfolio of eight hotels and 685 rooms across the state. The companies will work together on existing properties and future developments. The engagement marks Valor's entry into Mississippi and establishes the company as Bellamare's operating partner for its full-service and lifestyle hospitality projects, the companies said in a statement. Valor will provide management and operational services as Bellamare expands its hospitality business. Headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Bellamare, is a real estate and hospitality company, led by CEO Sunny Sethi and involved in development, investment, property management, construction and related services. Its portfolio includes hospitality projects focused on asset value and communities. "As Bellamare continues to expand our hospitality portfolio, it is important that we align with an operating partner that shares our vision for growth while bringing the experience and infrastructure to support it at scale," said Sethi. "Our mission of 'transforming communities one connection at a time' shapes not only the projects we pursue, but the relationships we build along the way. We hold ourselves and our partners to the highest standards, and Valor's global expertise, operational strength and commitment to the guest experience make them a natural fit for where Bellamare is headed. This initial portfolio in Mississippi represents the beginning of a broader relationship, and we look forward to creating exceptional hospitality assets and long-term value together." Atlanta-based Valor Hospitality, led by Global Co-Founder and CEO Euan McGlashan, is a global full-service management company with a portfolio of more than 100 hotels across more than countries. The Americas is one of its largest regions, with operations in 12 U.S. states and Trinidad and Tobago. Dwayne Marshall, Valor's chief development officer - Americas, said successful hospitality partnerships are built on alignment, trust and a shared vision for long-term asset value. "Bellamare Development shares our commitment to operational excellence and thoughtful growth, making this a natural partnership. We're proud to welcome these hotels into the Valor family and look forward to supporting Bellamare's continued expansion across the Americas." The Mississippi portfolio expands Valor's presence in the Americas as it supports Bellamare's existing hotels and future developments. Separately, Stonebridge Cos. will manage the JW Marriott Atlanta Downtown. The 237-key hotel, formerly the W Atlanta Downtown, has transitioned to the JW Marriott brand.

221 27 Jun 2026 Global brilliance meets local provenance: renowned culinary leader George Jardine secures Gold for region-wide gastronomic vision. George Jardine from Valor Hospitality Partners won Gold Executive Chef of the Year - Hotel in the Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2026. Managing the food and beverage identity of multiple luxury properties across disparate borders is a monumental task that requires a legendary figure at the helm. At the 9th Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2026, hosted by Hozpitality Group, George Jardine, Head of Culinary - AMEA Region (Asia, Middle East & Africa) for Valor Hospitality Partners, took home the ultimate prize, winning the Gold Award for Executive Chef of the Year - Hotel. Born in Scotland into a proud family of chefs, George Jardine has built a storied career that commands profound international respect. From working under Michelin-starred icons in London to establishing award-winning dining concepts in South Africa, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia, his background reads like an atlas of culinary triumphs. Today, George drives the regional success of SAVOR, Valor Hospitality Partners' elevated, turnkey food and beverage arm. His core culinary philosophy revolves around celebrating authentic local ingredients, ensuring that menus mirror the unique culture of their geographical locations rather than conforming to generic hospitality templates. Overseeing high-level operations across the AMEA region requires far more than technical kitchen prowess; it requires meticulous concept development, sharp commercial insight, and a passion for community development. This Gold distinction from Hozpitality Group acknowledges a true global master who seamlessly balances operational efficiency with uncompromising luxury, continuously raising the benchmark for hotel dining across the Middle East and beyond.