Alhi Expands Its Midwest Portfolio With The Addition Of Three Select New Member Hotels In Wisconsin

BOSTON, Mass.  (March 19, 2019) – Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), which serves as the global sales force for an elite collection of luxury independent hotels and small luxury brands, has increased its domestic portfolio with the addition of three new properties in the Midwest. In downtown Milwaukee, the AAA-Four Diamond iconic Pfister Hotel joins the ALHI City Collection, and the soon-to-open Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel will be added to the ALHI Boutique Collection. In Lake Geneva, the AAA-Four Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa joins the ALHI Golf Collection. All three Wisconsin properties are owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel management company based in Milwaukee, Wis.

“We are privileged to expand our Midwest portfolio with the addition of three distinctive properties and are excited to announce our debut in the beautiful city of Milwaukee,” said ALHI Chief Sales Officer Mark Sergot. “These new additions enhance ALHI’s curated luxury portfolio and offer unique and authentic experiences, from art and lifestyle to outdoor adventures.”

“On behalf of Marcus Hotels & Resorts, we are thrilled to partner with Associated Luxury Hotels International, as ALHI truly represents the best in class in our business,” said Linda Price Topp, Vice President of Sales for Marcus Hotels and Resorts.

The Pfister Hotel – Milwaukee, WI

The Pfister Hotel was built in 1893 and has served as the premier downtown Milwaukee hotel for more than 125 years. The 307-room property continues to celebrate a tradition of gracious service and impeccable style, boasting extraordinary architecture and a priceless Victorian art collection that rivals any hotel collection in the world. On its seventh floor, overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee, the 24,000 square feet of conference and event space highlights the rich European flavor of Milwaukee’s Victorian era and features state-of-the-art technology and amenities for any event. Hotel amenities includean indoor swimming pool, The Pfister WELL Spa ® + Salon, business and fitness centers and unique amenities including an award-winning Artist-in-Residence program, Afternoon Tea Service and a wealth of dining and entertainment options.

Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel – Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee’s newest independent arts hotel will celebrate artistic expression in all forms. Named for Saint Catherine, the patron saint of artists, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, will offer an experience unlike any other hotel through the celebration of the arts. Expected to open in late spring, Saint Kate will be a place that will create discussion and drive collaboration among visitors, allowing guests to see things from a beautiful new perspective. A place for travelers and explorers hungry for creative experiences, Saint Kate will celebrate all arts from music to dance, painting to sculpture, film to poetry and more. Saint Kate will offer 13,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, authentic and inspiring dining selections, high-tech audiovisual equipment and more. Guests will also have access to on-site dining and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa – Lake Geneva, WI

Conveniently residing in the picturesque countryside of Lake Geneva and within driving distance of Chicago and Milwaukee, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa offers 355 gorgeous guest rooms as well as 29 villas and 222 rooms at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. Inspired by lake country-style estate homes, the rooms offer stunning views of a private lake as well as the resort’s two championship golf courses. During winter season, guests can take advantage of the property’s own ski resort, Mountain Top Ski Resort.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa offers 62,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space and provides custom events that combine elevated service with themes and food and beverage options that are anything but expected. Amenities include an indoor water park, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, WELL Spa ® + Salon, a 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art fitness center, scenic walking paths along the private 20-acre lake, a night club and numerous dining options.

For more information about ALHI and/or its member hotels and resorts, planners can visit www.alhi.com to identify the nearest ALHI Global Sales professional or call the ALHI Group Desk toll-free in the U.S. at 866-303-ALHI (2544).

About Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)

ALHI Global Luxury Sales is the industry-leading sales organization focused on the meeting, incentive, convention and exhibition market (MICE). The company serves as the global sales force for a highly selective membership of luxury hotels, independent luxury hotel brands, luxury cruise ships and Destination Management Companies (DMCs). ALHI’s powerful global footprint encompasses members in North and South America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. ALHI operates 26 sales offices across the Americas, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom.For more information about ALHI and/or its member hotels and resorts, planners can contact their nearest ALHI Global Sales office. Visit www.alhi.com to identify the nearest ALHI Global Sales professional or call the ALHI Group Desk toll-free in the U.S. at 866-303-ALHI (2544).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 21 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning. This includes hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group, featuring premier brands such as Mason Street Grill, ChopHouse, Miller Time Pub & Grill and SafeHouse Restaurants. For more information, please visit: http://www.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter(@MarcusHotels).

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