Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Celebrates The Big 3-0!
Boutique Hotel Company Celebrates Three Decades of Pioneering Boutique Hospitality with a Nationwide Birthday Party, 30 Free Getaways and More
On April 1, 2011, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants will blow out the candles on a brightly-lit birthday cake to celebrate its big 3-0, marking a milestone anniversary for the boutique hotel concept in the U.S. When founder Bill Kimpton opened the first hotel in San Francisco in 1981, a new standard of hospitality was introduced to travelers, defined by highly personalized service and distinctive design. Over the course of 30 years, Kimpton has created millions of memorable moments, from offering wine hour wii tournaments to challenging guests to hula hoop at check-in, and pioneered new principals for hospitality, from welcoming and pampering pets of all shapes and sizes to becoming the first hotel company to bring sustainability to a company-wide focus.
In 2011, Kimpton celebrates three decades of flavor and fun at 51 hotels and 52 chef-driven restaurants in 24 cities across the country and continues to achieve top customer satisfaction rankings from the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, outscoring luxury competitors.
To celebrate 30 years of hospitality with personality, Kimpton is offering special birthday-themed events, perks and promotions, including:
“Kimpton’s distinct blend of fun and style is as alive today as it was when Bill Kimpton was welcoming guests into our hotels in the 1980s,” said Niki Leondakis, president and chief operating officer at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. “With our first Kimpton hotel, Bill’s vision has paved the way for what has become the industry’s most dynamic segment.”
To see complete contest details, terms and conditions for Kimpton’s “WRITE Here, RIGHT Now” 30th birthday contest visit: www.Facebook.com/Kimpton.
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2011, Bill Kimpton founded the company in 1981 and today it is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through intuitive and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and having a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Adjacent to the hotels are locally-loved, top-rated, destination Kimpton restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare program that spans all hotels and restaurants. Market Metrix, a recognized authority and leader in feedback solutions, consistently ranks Kimpton above other hotel companies in luxury and upper upscale segments for customer satisfaction. Privately held Kimpton operates 51 hotels and 52 restaurants in 24 cities.
ABOUT THE WRITE HERE, RIGHT NOW FACEBOOK CONTEST:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINING. Kimpton WRITE here, RIGHT now Facebook Contest will begin 12:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time (“PDT”) on April 1, 2011 and will end at 11:59 p.m PDT. on April 30, 2011. Open to all legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 21 years old or older at the time of entry, except residents of the Rhode Island (who are not eligible to participate). Submissions are open to public voting throughout the contest period. Those submissions with the highest fan votes will be viewed by a panel of judges, whereby 30 submissions will be selected to win a one-night stay at any Kimpton hotel. Winners will be announced on May 10, 2011.
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF INNOVATIVE FIRSTS AND HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS
April 1981
Bill Kimpton opened the first boutique hotel; the Clarion Bedford Hotel, San Francisco, CA
Kimpton became the first hotel company to feature a complimentary nightly wine hour – Thirty years later, Kimpton hotels maintain the complimentary nightly wine hour tradition
April 1983
Kimpton’s Hotel Vintage Court became the first themed hotel, establishing a wine emphasis – Today, Kimpton hotels continue to exhibit individuality with each one telling its own (themed) story.
May 1990
Completed first ground-up construction of Kimpton’sTuscan Inn in San Francisco, CA
July 1991
Completed first adaptive reuse hotel by transforming the San Francisco Embarcadero YMCA into Kimpton’s Harbor Court Hotel
November 1991
Expanded outside of California with Kimpton’s Vintage Plaza Hotel in Portland, OR – Today, Kimpton operates hotels and restaurants in 24 cities across the nation
July 1992
Introduced a brand-wide pet-friendly policy, welcoming animals of all shapes and sizes to enjoy the Kimpton experience
July 1993
Launched Guppy Love goldfish program at all Hotel Monacos – The program has since expanded to provide gold fish to any of our guests at all Kimpton hotels
July 1996
Became the first to introduce Tall Rooms at Fifth Avenue Suites (now Kimpton’s Hotel Monaco) in Portland, OR – Today, 20 percent of Kimpton hotels offer Tall Rooms and that will continue to grow
July 2003
Introduced complimentary in-room yoga baskets and a 24-hour yoga channel for all guests
January 2004
Introduced Kimpton InTouch guest loyalty and Inner Circle programs
Launched LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) travel program
May 2004
Launched Women InTouch program that includs services and amenities created with women in mind such as the “Forgot It? We’ve Got It!” menu of travel essentials
April 2005
Formalized EarthCare program, reinforcing Kimpton’s commitment to ecological sustainability
Fall 2006
Launched Mind.Body.Spa. wellness program to celebrate healthy living on the road
May 2008
Introduced KimptonKids program to offer children activities and parents ease while traveling
July 2008
Became first and only hotelier to introduce organic and paraben free spa products to in-room spa treatment program
January 2009
Named to FORTUNE’S 2009 “100 Best Companies to Work For” list
April 2009
Became first hotel company to make every meeting a green meeting with the introduction of 12 eco-friendly meeting standards
October 2009
Partnered with The Nature Conservancy to support the Plant a Billion Trees campaign through a percentage donation from Natura® water sales and a “Giving Tree” rate code for hotel guests
January 2010
Launched Wines That Care, a program offering wine hour pours hand-picked by wine director and master sommelier, Emily Wines for the producers’ dedication to the earth and local communities
May 2010
Opened 50th hotel, Kimpton’s Eventi, in New York City
September 2010
Kimpton and city of Philadelphia announced first hotel and restaurant to earn LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and Square 1682 restaurant) – Today, 47 of Kimpton’s 51 hotels have become Green Seal certified
January 2011
Named to FORTUNE’S 2011 “100 Best Companies to Work For” list
Launched new Travel Healthy initiative in partnership with renowned health and nutrition expert Joy Bauer to offer guests healthy in-room dining options and wellness-inspired On Demand in-room videos
In 2011, Kimpton celebrates three decades of flavor and fun at 51 hotels and 52 chef-driven restaurants in 24 cities across the country and continues to achieve top customer satisfaction rankings from the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, outscoring luxury competitors.
To celebrate 30 years of hospitality with personality, Kimpton is offering special birthday-themed events, perks and promotions, including:
- Birthday Cheers!: On April 1, Kimpton will extend its signature wine hour for a two hour celebration in which guests can enjoy complimentary cupcakes and special wine selections such as Kimpton Cuvee or a Bill Kimpton favorite - Chianti.
- “WRITE Here, RIGHT Now” Birthday Contest: Beginning April 1, Kimpton invites fans to tell their favorite birthday story by submitting a poem, haiku, sonnet, or funny rhyme, along with a picture to illustrate the birthday memory for a chance to win a one-night getaway at any Kimpton hotel. The 30 winning submissions, as selected by Facebook fan votes and a panel of judges, will win a night on Kimpton. To find out more about the contest and how to enter visit: www.Facebook.com/Kimpton.
- Birthday Spa Bonus: Kimpton wants to pamper patrons for its birthday by adding 30 free minutes to a 50 minute in-room massage booked throughout the month of April. Guests must mention the code “30th Birthday” when booking.
- KimptonStyle Savings: To encourage travelers to enjoy life with KimptonStyle, from April 1 – 14, 2011 all purchases made on KimptonStyle.com will include a 30 percent discount. No promotional code is required.
“Kimpton’s distinct blend of fun and style is as alive today as it was when Bill Kimpton was welcoming guests into our hotels in the 1980s,” said Niki Leondakis, president and chief operating officer at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. “With our first Kimpton hotel, Bill’s vision has paved the way for what has become the industry’s most dynamic segment.”
To see complete contest details, terms and conditions for Kimpton’s “WRITE Here, RIGHT Now” 30th birthday contest visit: www.Facebook.com/Kimpton.
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ABOUT KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTSSan Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2011, Bill Kimpton founded the company in 1981 and today it is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through intuitive and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and having a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Adjacent to the hotels are locally-loved, top-rated, destination Kimpton restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare program that spans all hotels and restaurants. Market Metrix, a recognized authority and leader in feedback solutions, consistently ranks Kimpton above other hotel companies in luxury and upper upscale segments for customer satisfaction. Privately held Kimpton operates 51 hotels and 52 restaurants in 24 cities.
ABOUT THE WRITE HERE, RIGHT NOW FACEBOOK CONTEST:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR CHANCES OF WINING. Kimpton WRITE here, RIGHT now Facebook Contest will begin 12:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time (“PDT”) on April 1, 2011 and will end at 11:59 p.m PDT. on April 30, 2011. Open to all legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 21 years old or older at the time of entry, except residents of the Rhode Island (who are not eligible to participate). Submissions are open to public voting throughout the contest period. Those submissions with the highest fan votes will be viewed by a panel of judges, whereby 30 submissions will be selected to win a one-night stay at any Kimpton hotel. Winners will be announced on May 10, 2011.
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF INNOVATIVE FIRSTS AND HISTORICAL HIGHLIGHTS
April 1981
Bill Kimpton opened the first boutique hotel; the Clarion Bedford Hotel, San Francisco, CA
Kimpton became the first hotel company to feature a complimentary nightly wine hour – Thirty years later, Kimpton hotels maintain the complimentary nightly wine hour tradition
April 1983
Kimpton’s Hotel Vintage Court became the first themed hotel, establishing a wine emphasis – Today, Kimpton hotels continue to exhibit individuality with each one telling its own (themed) story.
May 1990
Completed first ground-up construction of Kimpton’sTuscan Inn in San Francisco, CA
July 1991
Completed first adaptive reuse hotel by transforming the San Francisco Embarcadero YMCA into Kimpton’s Harbor Court Hotel
November 1991
Expanded outside of California with Kimpton’s Vintage Plaza Hotel in Portland, OR – Today, Kimpton operates hotels and restaurants in 24 cities across the nation
July 1992
Introduced a brand-wide pet-friendly policy, welcoming animals of all shapes and sizes to enjoy the Kimpton experience
July 1993
Launched Guppy Love goldfish program at all Hotel Monacos – The program has since expanded to provide gold fish to any of our guests at all Kimpton hotels
July 1996
Became the first to introduce Tall Rooms at Fifth Avenue Suites (now Kimpton’s Hotel Monaco) in Portland, OR – Today, 20 percent of Kimpton hotels offer Tall Rooms and that will continue to grow
July 2003
Introduced complimentary in-room yoga baskets and a 24-hour yoga channel for all guests
January 2004
Introduced Kimpton InTouch guest loyalty and Inner Circle programs
Launched LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) travel program
May 2004
Launched Women InTouch program that includs services and amenities created with women in mind such as the “Forgot It? We’ve Got It!” menu of travel essentials
April 2005
Formalized EarthCare program, reinforcing Kimpton’s commitment to ecological sustainability
Fall 2006
Launched Mind.Body.Spa. wellness program to celebrate healthy living on the road
May 2008
Introduced KimptonKids program to offer children activities and parents ease while traveling
July 2008
Became first and only hotelier to introduce organic and paraben free spa products to in-room spa treatment program
January 2009
Named to FORTUNE’S 2009 “100 Best Companies to Work For” list
April 2009
Became first hotel company to make every meeting a green meeting with the introduction of 12 eco-friendly meeting standards
October 2009
Partnered with The Nature Conservancy to support the Plant a Billion Trees campaign through a percentage donation from Natura® water sales and a “Giving Tree” rate code for hotel guests
January 2010
Launched Wines That Care, a program offering wine hour pours hand-picked by wine director and master sommelier, Emily Wines for the producers’ dedication to the earth and local communities
May 2010
Opened 50th hotel, Kimpton’s Eventi, in New York City
September 2010
Kimpton and city of Philadelphia announced first hotel and restaurant to earn LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and Square 1682 restaurant) – Today, 47 of Kimpton’s 51 hotels have become Green Seal certified
January 2011
Named to FORTUNE’S 2011 “100 Best Companies to Work For” list
Launched new Travel Healthy initiative in partnership with renowned health and nutrition expert Joy Bauer to offer guests healthy in-room dining options and wellness-inspired On Demand in-room videos
