Takeover kicks off HQ's mission of 50
lifestyle Hotels & Residences by 2031 in a strategic alliance
with Wyndham's exclusive Registry Collection Hotels brand.
Iconic resort to feature acclaimed sbe chefs
Katsuya Uechi and Wes Avila, marking the global debuts of Katsuya
Beach, Hecho Libre, and storied beach club, XIV.
MIAMI, Jan. 27,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HQ Hotels &
Residences, the groundbreaking, innovative lifestyle
hospitality brand spearheaded by visionary entrepreneur
Sam Nazarian through a strategic
alliance with Wyndham and its Registry Collection Hotels brand,
today announced the opening of its debut resort: Hodges Bay
Resort and Spa, a HQ Luxury Resort and Residences. Nestled on
the coast of Northern Antigua, its
arrival sets the stage for an ambitious pipeline of future HQ
openings and marks the start of what is expected to quickly become
a carefully curated portfolio of luxury lifestyle hotels and
resorts—each meticulously tailored to the needs of the modern
traveler.
Sam Nazarian, Founder
& CEO of sbe: "As it begins its new chapter, Hodges Bay
Resort and Spa will be transformed into a global beacon, attracting
a new generation of aspirational travelers through an unrivaled
social hub, unbeatable atmosphere and memorable vacation
experiences, particularly for Wyndham's over 110 million enrolled
loyalty members. Expect the best of what sbe is known for:
world-acclaimed dining concepts, unmatched wellness and longevity
offerings, best-in-class entertainment, and of course vibrant
nightlife."
Geoff Ballotti, CEO of Wyndham
Hotels & Resorts: "Owners today are looking for turn-key
solutions and that's exactly what HQ Hotels offers, combining sbe's
legendary lifestyle experiences with the unmatched scale and
resources of Wyndham, the world's largest hotel franchisor. It's a
one-of-a-kind offering and one we believe has the potential to
dramatically change the luxury lifestyle landscape."
Jeff Wellemeyer, Chairman of
Hodges Bay Resort and Spa: "We are thrilled to bring sbe's
energy, imagination, and expertise to Hodges Bay. Antigua and Barbuda is on the cusp of becoming
a premier destination in the Caribbean, and we are excited to combine sbe's
operational excellence, world-class restaurant concepts, and
unparalleled service to establish Hodges Bay as one of the most
sought-after destinations in the region."
The Hon. H. Charles Fernandez,
Minister of Tourism for Antigua and
Barbuda: "This strategic and internationally renowned
alliance will not only bolster the quality of the Hodge's Bay brand
but will firmly cement Antigua and
Barbuda's tourism product as first world and top class in
accommodations. We welcome the partnership, and we urge you to
invest in the elevation of your existing human resource capacity as
this and infrastructural development goes hand in hand for the
continued advancement of our tourism industry."
Hodges Bay Resort and Spa sits within eight acres of lush
tropical gardens among some of the world's most pristine coral sand
beaches. Leveraging over two decades of sbe's expertise and proven
success in lifestyle hospitality and entertainment, HQ Hotels will
bring a plethora of innovative culinary and mixology experiences as
well as entertainment programming to the property from sbe's
subsidiaries, Disruptive Restaurant
Group and Everybody Eats. Concepts will
include the debut of Katsuya Beach by Chef Katsuya Uechi and Hecho Libre by Chef
Wes Avila, as well as the highly
anticipated return of storied day-nightlife and dining
establishment XIV Beach Club.
XIV Beach Club
XIV was dubbed America's most
"exclusive" day club by the Los Angeles
Times. The brand has transformed into a national
phenomenon that includes the original XIV Summer Sessions in
Los Angeles beginning every May,
to seasonal Fall and Winter parties in such locales as Las Vegas and Miami. XIV Beach Club at Hodges Bay will
reimagine the storied experience on the Atlantic sands of the
property's breathtaking beach club islet, Prickly Pear Island.
KATSUYA BEACH BY CHEF KATSUYA
UECHI
Marking the 12th location globally,
and the debut of Katsuya Beach at Hodges Bay Resort and Spa
will continue the nearly 20-year tradition of excellence led by
Chef Katsuya Uechi that has brought
his concept international acclaim. Katsuya
Beach will deliver a celebration of Katsuya's classics with
a new menu designed specifically for the spectacular beachfront
venue at Hodges Bay.
HECHO LIBRE BY CHEF WES
AVILA
Brand-new concept Hecho Libre was born
from award-winning, James Beard Foundation Award Finalist,
Chef Wes Avila (MXO, Guerilla
Tacos, Angry Egret Dinette, KA'TEEN, Piopiko) and restaurateur
Giancarlo Pagani (Mother
Wolf, MARS, MXO, Citizen News Events). Inspired by the Baja Region
of Mexico, Chef Wes Avila's Hecho Libre aims to connect
communities with quality-driven Mexican food and chef-crafted
recipes melding health and taste to craft unforgettable dishes for
the discerning modern traveler. This concept represents the second
restaurant partnership between sbe and the lauded chef, the first
being MXO, a contemporary Mexican Steakhouse that successfully
opened in September 2024 in
Los Angeles.
THE RESORT
Nestled on eight acres of lush tropical
gardens and a pristine sandy beach, Hodges Bay Resort & Spa is
a luxurious beachfront retreat and residential haven on
Antigua's stunning north shore.
This exclusive resort features 79 thoughtfully designed
accommodations, including spacious suites, expansive rooftop
penthouses with private infinity pools, opulent residences, and
luxurious oceanfront villas.
Since its debut in 2019, Hodges Bay has rapidly earned its place
as a premier destination for celebrities and discerning travelers
seeking an unparalleled escape. The award-winning property is
renowned for its private island beach club, world-class
contemporary art collection, and distinction as one of the most
"Instagrammed Hotels in the World," Hodges Bay offers a truly
unforgettable experience of elegance, privacy, and indulgence.
THE RESIDENCES
Hodges Bay also offers travelers the
opportunity to own a piece of paradise, featuring a number of one-,
two- and three-bedroom luxury residences. With spectacular ocean
views, large outdoor patios, and fully equipped kitchens, guests
will enjoy a private, personal escape alongside all of the
amenities the resort has to offer.
HQ Hotels plans to open 50 hotels globally by 2031, 50% of which
will be Stateside. The name 'HQ' is born from the concept that HQ
Hotels will be in the heart of the cities they launch in, serving
as the 'headquarters' for exceptional experiences. Through a
strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, all HQ Hotels
are also part of the Registry Collection Hotels brand, unlocking
access to best-in-class sales, distribution and technology, as well
as Wyndham Rewards, the #1 hotel rewards program as named by
USA Today and U.S. News and World
Report.
Media Contact:
HQ Hotels | Bacchus Agency, Cara
Chapman & Megan Conway,
sbe@bacchus.agency
About HQ Hotels & Residences
HQ Hotels & Residences, the latest innovation in lifestyle
hospitality spearheaded by Sam
Nazarian, is set to become a leader in the hospitality
industry through its focus on innovation, sophistication, and a
unique blend of cultural and lifestyle elements. In partnership
with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the brand creates desirable
destinations that cater to the evolving needs of modern travelers
who seek memorable experiences and connectivity. In collaboration
with top chefs and culinary visionaries, HQ Hotels will offer
exclusive dining and nightlife experiences that merge innovative
gastronomy with traditional flavors, whereby sbe's Disruptive
Restaurant Group will create cutting-edge dining experiences
through owned and managed restaurants through partnerships with
modern culinary icons including Chef Katsuya Uechi, Chef Dani
Garcia, Chef Wes Avila and
more. The brand's partnership with the largest premium QSR brand
and digital food company, Everybody Eats, drives connectivity with
the most sought after audiences such as Millennials, Gen-Z and
Latin communities. HQ has strategic investment from entertainment
icon and entrepreneur, Marc Anthony
and his company Magnus.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world's largest
hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with
approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six
continents. Through its network of approximately 893,000 rooms
appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading
presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging
industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 25 hotel brands,
including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®,
Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark
Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company's award-winning Wyndham
Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 112 million enrolled
members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels,
vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more
information, visit wyndhamhotels.com.
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