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The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Proudly Brings Eco-Luxury To Downtown Portland With The Debut Of The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel
Portland, Oregon
– October 23, 2008 – Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) and Sage Hospitality today proudly
announced the opening of the Nines, a Luxury
Collection Hotel, unveiling a new level of style, sophistication and
eco-luxury to the Pacific Northwest. A vital part of the revitalization of
downtown Portland, the Nines features 331 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and
suites, an extensive art collection featuring rotating installations by local
artists, a stylish modern steakhouse, a private floor-to-ceiling library
curated by Powell’s Books, an exclusive Club Floor, state-of-the-art fitness
facilities and 14,000 square feet of eco-friendly meeting and event space.
The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts is a glittering ensemble of
more than 69 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries
in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world.
“We are proud to debut our latest global destination with the opening of the
Nines in the revitalized center of downtown Portland,” said Paul James, Vice
President, Brand Management, The Luxury Collection & St. Regis, Starwood
Hotels & Resorts. “The building’s rich history, iconic architecture
and eco-luxury design make it an ideal setting for our latest hotel within The
Luxury Collection brand, offering global explorers a portal to one of the
world’s most exciting cities.”
Housed in the top nine floors of the landmark Meier & Frank building, the
Nines is an architectural gem that pays homage to the building’s storied
history while offering a new level of modern luxury in downtown Portland.
Upon arrival at the hotel lobby, guests enter a soaring, seven-story atrium
featuring a glass skylight that provides natural light throughout the
interior.
An ideal choice for business travelers and global explorers alike, the Nines
features an on-site Business Center, a Club Floor and Lounge, and a
state-of-the-art fitness facility. The hotel also features 14,000 square feet
of green conferencing and event space, all outfitted with the latest
communications technologies. For guests looking for a private escape, The
Library at the Nines offers an inviting respite from the hustle and bustle of
the city, featuring a custom pool table and a floor-to-ceiling library with a
collection curated by Powell’s Books in Portland.
With culinary options developed by the successful Denver-based Sage Restaurant Group, the Nines
features Urban Farmer, a stylish modern steakhouse with an emphasis on using
ingredients from the efforts of local ranchers, farmers and
fishermen.
In support of the local art community, the Nines has partnered with Art
Consultant Paige Powell, long time friend of Andy Warhol, who commissioned
Portland artists to create bold installations that will be featured in the
public areas of the hotel. Each guestroom will feature original, indigenous
artworks created by way of a partnership between the Nines and the Pacific
Northwest College of Art.
Eco-consciousness has been a key element of the Nines, which anticipates LEED
Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. To achieve this
prestigious designation, conservation-focused plumbing, including low-flow
faucets, have been put in place in order to save 500,000 gallons of water each
year. All housekeeping products are “Green Seal” certified and the hotel
retains 100 percent of its energy from renewable sources including wind power
and carbon offsets. Throughout the building process, 24 million pounds of
material was removed and 90 percent of construction waste was diverted from
landfills for reuse or recycling.
“The building has been completely recreated, blending the legacy of its
architectural heritage with a world-class hotel,” said Walter Isenberg,
president and CEO of Sage Hospitality, the Denver-based company that developed
this benchmark preservation project and is managing the hotel. “The amenities
and guest services will set the stage for distinctive nostalgic modern luxury
experience to Portland, and the $137 million renovation also represents a
significant development milestone for downtown Portland.”
For more information or to make reservations for the Nines, please phone (877)
229-9995 or visit www.luxurycollection.com/thenines
About The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection® is a selection of hotels and resorts offering unique,
authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global
explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world’s most exciting
and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished
expression of its location; a portal to the destination’s indigenous charms and
treasures. Magnificent décor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the
latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience.
Today, The Luxury Collection is a glittering ensemble of more than 65 of the
world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 26 countries in bustling cities
and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes
award-winning hotels that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering
unparalleled service, style and class in some of the most desired destinations
in the world. Most recently, Mystique, a Luxury Collection Resort,
was honored with the 2008 Travel + Leisure Design Award for Best Small Resort
in the world. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are
internationally recognized as being among the world’s finest. For more
information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com.
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and
leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than
100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties.
Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels,
resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St.
Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four
Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched AloftSM, and ElementSM.
Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier
developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts.
For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
About the Nines
Part of The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts and owned and managed by
Sage Hospitality, the Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel is set to be an
important element in the revitalization of downtown Portland, Oregon. Opening
in October 2008, the Nines will set a new hospitality standard by pursuing LEED
Silver Certification from the Green Building Council, one of only a handful of
hotels in the U.S. to receive this distinction. The hotel is situated
within the top nine stories of the historic Meier & Frank building, and has
original, commissioned art in every room and throughout the hotel. Beyond
the atrium lobby lie 331-guest rooms, 14,000 square-feet of meeting space and a
new restaurant: Urban Farmer, a modern steakhouse. www.luxurycollection.com/thenines.
About Sage Hospitality
Founded in 1984, Sage Hospitality has strategically grown into one of the
largest privately held hotel management and development companies in the nation
and is recognized as a leading innovator in the field. During the past eight
years, the Denver-based firm has completed more than $600 million in
acquisition and development projects, using some of the most unique financing
structures in the industry. Sage Hospitality's comprehensive management
portfolio includes major international brands as well as independent boutiques
and hotels, including the Oxford Hotel in Denver.
In 1997, Sage Hospitality pioneered the company's urban redevelopment
initiative converting the blighted Joslin's department store in downtown Denver
into a showplace Courtyard by Marriott. Since then, Sage Hospitality has
preserved and transformed five additional, underused national landmark
buildings into award-winning hotel properties that serve as important catalysts
for downtown revitalization. Projects include the historic Blackstone hotel in
Chicago and the upcoming Portland hotel the Nines in the historic Meier &
Frank building. For more information, please visit www.sagehospitality.com