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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero unveils the newly reimagined Landmark Suite, a residential-style retreat with iconic San Francisco views. Guests are welcome to experience exclusive perks with the City Suites, Elevated offer in the expansive two-bedroom-style suite October 19, 2026, San Francisco, U.S.A. Download this image Download all images Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero, a Michelin Two-Key hotel, is pleased to announce the debut of its redesigned Landmark Suite, an elevated residential-style retreat in the heart of San Francisco. Reimagined to offer the flexibility of a two-bedroom-style suite, the expansive suite welcomes guests into a refined setting to stay - where space, privacy, and breathtaking views intersect. At 1,000 square feet (93 square metres), the Landmark Suite is thoughtfully designed for elegance and ease. A separate living room creates a distinct setting for entertaining, informal meetings, or simply unwinding in style. From this vantage point, guests are met with sweeping panoramas of the San Francisco skyline, illuminated from sunrise to sunset. The private bedroom offers a tranquil retreat framed by one of the city's most coveted perspectives - an uninterrupted view of the Golden Gate Bridge. Designed for discerning travellers, the suite effortlessly accommodates couples, families, and small groups seeking a more expansive and residential experience without compromising luxury or location. Every element of the suite has been curated to blend sophistication with versatility. The Landmark Suite features a one-bedroom with a king bed and sofa bed, living room featuring a sofa bed, two bathrooms, a dedicated workspace and dining table. Based on a minimum three-night stay, guests booking the Landmark Suite with the City Suites, Elevated offer, also enjoy exclusive added-value amenities, including roundtrip airport transfers, a one-time USD 250 food and beverage credit, and a one-time USD 100 wash & fold laundry credit. Whether visiting for business, leisure, or a bit of both, the Landmark Suite offers a refined home base in the heart of San Francisco - where every detail is designed to help guests experience more of the city they love. For reservations or more information, visit fourseasons.com/embarcadero or call (415) 276-9888. PRESS CONTACTS Michelle Edwards Senior Director of Public Relations and Marketing Communications 222 Sansome Street San Francisco, California 94104

Four Seasons Silicon Valley to reopen Après Village with alpine chalets and winter dining. The East Palo Alto hotel's seasonal outdoor experience runs November 21, 2026, to January 4, 2027, with private chalets, fireside food and family-style menus. The alpine-inspired Après Village returns to the Quattro terrace at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto for the 2026-27 holiday season. - Credit: Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto Key takeaways. * Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley's Après Village is scheduled to return November 21, 2026, through January 4, 2027. * The outdoor experience operates daily from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. and features chalets, a glass dome, fire pits and alpine-style dining. * The set menu costs USD 95 per adult and USD 45 for children under 12; private chalet or dome rental adds USD 150. * Advance reservations are recommended, and outdoor activities may be cancelled because of rain. (NEWS) EAST PALO ALTO, California, United States, 2026-Oct-19 - /Travel PR News/ - A slice of alpine winter is returning to the San Francisco Bay Area this holiday season, as Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto prepares to reopen its Après Village outdoor dining experience from November 21, 2026, through January 4, 2027. The seasonal installation at the hotel's Quattro terrace brings wooden chalets, a glass dome, fire pits and mountain-inspired dining to a setting far from the ski slopes. Open daily from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m., the returning village extends beyond the terrace into an expanded festive area. Twinkling lights, decorated evergreens and outdoor gathering spaces frame the experience, which the hotel is positioning for families, friends and small groups seeking a winter-themed evening in Silicon Valley. A central glass dome and private chalets offer more secluded settings, while an outdoor food truck adds hot chocolate and marshmallow-roasting kits. Alpine-style dining with a family-sharing menu. The Après Village set menu is priced at USD 95 per adult and USD 45 for children under 12, according to the hotel's October announcement. It includes an individual seasonal soup, four savoury selections shared by each table, a dessert per guest and access to the village's hot chocolate experience. Among the savoury options are Gruyère-and-Emmental alpine cheese fondue with sourdough and potatoes, Wagyu beef sliders, seafood pie with saffron béchamel, truffle chicken pasta, charcuterie and cheese boards, and pizzas topped with margherita ingredients or artichoke and leek. Desserts include fireside s'mores, spiced apple crème brûlée, gianduja lava cake and winter fruits prepared with mulled wine. The beverage selection complements the mountain-lodge theme with winter cocktails such as the S'mores Old Fashioned and Snowfall Martini, alongside mulled wine and optional spirits for hot chocolate. Further selections are listed on the hotel's published menu. Private chalets and a glass dome. Guests who prefer a private setting can reserve a wooden chalet or the glass dome for an additional USD 150 rental fee, with the prix-fixe meal charged per person. Standard private spaces accommodate up to six people, while themed chalets can host up to eight, according to the hotel's announcement. The private experience includes a hot chocolate and marshmallow kit, outdoor holiday movie screenings, blankets and fire-pit ambience. For those dining without a private rental, village tables provide another way to experience the winter installation. The property's official Après Village information describes the entire experience as outdoor dining and cautions that activities may be cancelled in rainy weather. Guests considering a chalet should also prepare for cool evening temperatures. Dates and reservations. The seasonal village is scheduled to operate from November 21, 2026, to January 4, 2027, daily between 4:30 and 9:30 p.m. The hotel recommends advance bookings, particularly for private accommodation and popular festive dates. Guests can book through OpenTable or use the reservation telephone number provided in the announcement, +1 650-470-2810. With its return, the hotel's holiday programme offers Bay Area residents and visitors a seasonal evening attraction built around outdoor dining, shared dishes and the atmosphere of an alpine retreat rather than a conventional restaurant seating.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore appoints Dr. Ranjitha Alva to lead its next chapter in wellness. * 16th Oct 2026 * 1165 * 0 LUXURY HOSPITALITY | BENGALURU | SEPTEMBER 2026 As luxury hospitality increasingly moves beyond traditional spa treatments towards integrated wellbeing, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore has appointed Dr. Ranjitha Alva J. as its new Director of Spa. The appointment brings an Ayurvedic physician with international hospitality experience into a leadership role at one of Bengaluru's established luxury hotels, which previously announced the appointment of Nishal Seebaluck as Hotel Manager. More significantly, it reflects the property's ambition to develop a wellness offering that combines traditional Indian healing practices with personalised consultations, nutrition and contemporary spa experiences. Dr. Alva joins from Four Seasons Bengaluru, where she most recently served as Spa Director. An Ayurvedic perspective on luxury hospitality. An Ayurvedic doctor with additional certifications in Reiki Healing and Basic Yoga, Dr. Alva has built a career spanning India, Dubai and the United States. Beginning as an Ayurvedic Consultant, she subsequently moved into spa operations and hospitality leadership, holding positions at Golden Palms Resort and The Leela Bhartiya City before joining Four Seasons Bengaluru. Her professional approach places individual assessment at the centre of wellness programming rather than treating therapies as interchangeable services. "I have always believed that wellness is most meaningful when it is personal," Dr. Alva said in the appointment announcement, explaining that Ayurveda encourages practitioners to understand individuals beyond their immediate treatment requirements. The emphasis on personalisation is particularly relevant as international luxury hotels attempt to create wellness experiences extending beyond conventional massage and relaxation menus. Ayurveda is increasingly central to this shift, as seen in how Ayurveda and stillness redefine luxury at The Spa at Four Seasons Mumbai. From luxury spa to integrated wellness. The Ritz-Carlton Spa in Bengaluru occupies approximately 17,000 sq. ft. and features 10 treatment rooms, including a dedicated spa suite. Its existing facilities draw on both Indian and Western wellness traditions. The hotel's next phase is intended to combine personalised therapies, Ayurvedic consultations, mindful living and nutrition-focused programming, a direction echoed by mindful menus for holistic health at other luxury destinations. According to General Manager Reuben Kataria, Dr. Alva's appointment supports the hotel's transition from a traditional luxury spa proposition towards a more comprehensive wellness experience. That strategy is already becoming visible. In September 2026, the property introduced an Ayurvedic Wellness Experience incorporating individual constitution assessments and personalised dining developed in collaboration with its culinary team, which has also explored luxury dining innovation with Dineamation. The programme combines consultations with Dr. Ranjitha and menus designed by Chef Saurabh Tyagi, drawing on Ayurvedic principles of individual constitution, traditionally described through Vata, Pitta and Kapha. While such approaches should not be confused with clinically validated medical treatments, they demonstrate how traditional wellness practices are being integrated into contemporary luxury hospitality. Why the appointment matters. The distinction between a luxury spa and a comprehensive wellness offering increasingly rests on the depth of expertise behind the experience. A beautifully designed treatment room can deliver relaxation. A more developed wellness programme requires consistent consultations, appropriately qualified practitioners, thoughtful personalisation and continuity between different aspects of a guest's stay. Other properties are making similar moves, from the Director of Spa and Recreation at JW Marriott Bengaluru to resorts enhancing yoga and wellness programmes in the Maldives. For an urban property such as The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, this creates an opportunity to serve not only visiting travellers but also local residents seeking structured wellness experiences within a premium hospitality environment. Dr. Alva's appointment provides the professional foundation for that ambition. The longer-term measure of success will be how effectively the hotel translates its expanded wellness philosophy into distinctive, credible and consistently delivered guest programmes. For luxury hospitality, the direction is clear: wellness is increasingly becoming a reason to choose a hotel, rather than simply an amenity available after check-in. Frequently asked questions. Who is the Director of Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore? Dr. Ranjitha Alva J. was appointed Director of Spa in September 2026. She is an Ayurvedic physician with experience in luxury hospitality and spa management. Where did Dr. Ranjitha Alva work previously? She previously served as Spa Director at Four Seasons Bengaluru and has held positions at The Leela Bhartiya City and Golden Palms Resort. Does The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore offer Ayurvedic treatments? Yes. The hotel's wellness offering includes Ayurvedic therapies and personalised consultations, alongside traditional spa services. How large is The Ritz-Carlton Spa in Bangalore? The spa occupies approximately 17,000 sq. ft. and includes 10 treatment rooms, according to the hotel's official website. How can guests book the spa? Guests can contact The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore on +91 80 4914 8000 or visit its official spa website.