Hotel Myths

What’s the latest myth you’ve heard about hotels?  For example, one common myth is that all of your personal information is stored on those electronic room key cards you’re given.  It’s not true but it’s one of many myths that hotels just can’t seem to shake.

Another myth is that all name brand hotels have the same type of room.  This is not true.  Each room in a hotel has structural differences which means the room may have small differences, different views, yet they come with the same price tag attached.  Why would a hotel try and say otherwise?  They may be hoping a guest will overlook a bad room.  There may be rooms for instance that are smaller because they’re being cut off by the elevator shaft.

Even though it might be nice to think otherwise, telling the hotel staff that you’re on your honeymoon will not automatically result in receiving a nicer room upgrade.  Sure, it may try and make your stay that much better, but there’s no guarantee it will happen.

Lastly, it is not necessarily a better deal to book directly with a hotel than with an online travel agency.  Hotels are legally required not to undersell travel agencies yet hotels often allow these agencies to undercut them despite the agreements in place.  True, hotels are beginning to offer more incentives to encourage guests to book directly, but it doesn’t necessarily mean a better deal over an agency.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Will Robots Replace Human Concierge?

Concierge is a standard feature at just about any upscale hotel or condominium.  Someone is always available to speak to should you wish to perhaps book a flight, reserve a limo, or make reservations at the local dining hotspot everyone’s been talking about.  Usually, when you’re doing this, you’re speaking to a human, but have you ever heard of a robot concierge?  That’s where one hotel is taking a unique approach.

Over at the Hilton Hotel in McLean Virginia, the concierge isn’t human at all.  She is a robot that goes by the name of Connie, named after the Hilton chain’s founder Conrad Hilton.  The two and a half foot tall robot will happily respond to dozens of questions you may need answers to, allowing the front desk to concentrate on other matters instead of having to answer common questions asked by numerous guests.

Connie is able to respond to natural language questions and is even capable of understanding multiple languages beyond English.  To enhance understanding, the robot can also move its head and limbs to make gestures.  For the time being, Connie is limited solely to this Virginia hotel, but depending on how well she performs, it could mean that robots will eventually be the ones making those reservations or taking care of room service requests for you instead of a human being.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Jamaica’s Jewel Dunn's River Resort

For our final project spotlight of the week, we’re packing our bags, grabbing our essential beach gear and setting off to the Caribbean island of Jamaica.  The Jewel Dunn's River Resort in Ocho Rios is one of several belonging to Jewel Resorts.  In the case of the Jewel Dunn's River Resort, it is recognized as being all-inclusive and maintains the same exclusive ‘Jewel Only’ features that have made the resorts among the finest lodging and vacation experiences.

The Jewel Dunn's River Resort is exclusively for adults and is located near Jamaica’s best sights, including Dunn’s River Falls.  Guests will enjoy a spectacular experience that includes just about everything necessary to complement the wonder, beauty, and hospitality of the island of Jamaica.  Dine casually or in a sophisticated ambiance complete with white-glove service, have a snack at any time of day, enjoy entertainment on a nightly basis, or stay active in the fitness center.  Guests will also find an 18-hole golf course, a selection of local and branded liquors, water sports, and much more.

Accommodations are aplenty at the Jewel Dunn's River Resort.  Guests can choose from a Premier Guest Room, the Sapphire Mountain View Guest Room, the Emerald Lanai Guest Room, the Sapphire Ocean View Guest Room, and many more.

The Jewel Dunn's River Resort has received numerous awards and accolades including Expedia’s “Best of VIP Access” for two consecutive years.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

San Antonio’s Marriott RiverCenter

Pack your bags, everyone!  Today we’re heading to the metropolis of San Antonio, Texas to take a look at another one of the projects we’ve worked on, in this case, the Marriott RiverCenter.  Located next to the beautifully scenic River Walk, the 38-story building is ideally situated near some of the finest dining, shopping, and entertainment in the city as well as many attractions.  The San Antonio Zoo, Sea World, and even the historically revered Alamo are among the places guests will be able to visit at this hotel rated nearly five stars.

The Marriott RiverCenter features a fusion of high-end rooms and luxurious suites that uphold the high standards of the Marriott brand.  Focusing heavily on ensuring that guests enjoy a relaxing experience, these rooms and suites feature amenities and conveniences like high-speed Internet access, LCD television sets, premium cable, and the Marriott's Plug-In Technology.  Other features include a swimming pool, event space, a fitness center, and more.

Speaking of event space, Marriott RiverCenter won the 2014 Meetings & Conventions Magazine Gold Key & Gold Platter Award and has also been singled out as a Cvent Top 100 Hotel during the same year.

Marriott RiverCenter is located at 101 Bowie Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205.  It is ideal for families and couples and is also perfect for a leisure or weekend stay.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

The Historic Hotel Duval

We’re packing our bags for a trip to the Florida state capital of Tallahassee and taking a look at the Hotel Duval.  As the city’s first boutique hotel experience, the Hotel Duval is known for its perfect fusion of mixing business with pleasure and is designed to feel more like a home than a hotel.  It is also part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, an exclusive group of boutique hotels known for their innovation and style.

The Hotel Duval’s history dates all the way back to the 1950s when it was then called the Duval Hotel and was considered the place to be in Tallahassee.  Florida legislators often gathered at the hotel to discuss the state’s future and make important deals.  The hotel received an extensive renovation in 2009 focusing largely on its interior design.

The modern version of the Hotel Duval has features like more than 6,000 square feet of function space that can accommodate as little as ten people or as many as 200.  The rooms are equipped with modern technology and there is a catering and sales staff available.  Other features include the street level LeRoc Bistro cafe offering a breakfast and lunch menu, the Shula’s 347 Grill, and the Level 8 Lounge, located on the rooftop.

The Hotel Duval is located at 415 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32301.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Spotlight: Element Omaha Midtown Crossing

Continuing our showcase of some of the projects we’ve previously worked on, today we’re shifting the focus over to the Element Omaha Midtown Crossing in Nebraska.  Located a mere two miles from TD Ameritrade Park and positioned next door to the offices of Mutual of Omaha, the hotel provides a perfect position near these places as well as the varied shopping, entertainment, and dining establishments located at Midtown Crossing at Turner Park.

Each of the Element Omaha Midtown Crossing rooms are designed to emphasize space and come with features like fully-equipped kitchens. Guests will also enjoy the convenience of fast, complimentary Wi-Fi, open areas that are ideal for corporate travelers or families, and much more.  The Breakfast Bar is complimentary while the Evening Reception is great for a fun night socializing and having drinks with friends, family, or fellow hotel guests.

Other features at Element Omaha Midtown Crossing include a gourmet pantry, a fitness center open at all hours of the day, a business center, and bikes to explore the city.  The hotel also prides itself on being environmentally friendly.  As for the event spaces, they provide over 950 square feet and also come with 50” television sets.

Element Omaha Midtown Crossing’s address is 3253 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68131.  To book a stay or for more information on the hotel, call 402-614-8080.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

All about the Omni Tucson National Resort

Today we’re taking a trip from Dallas to Tucson, Arizona and taking a look at the Omni Tucson National Resort.  Located near the Santa Catalina Mountains foothills, the resort is near one of the best golf courses in the city of Tucson. In fact, the resort has played host to various PGA Tour events with golf legends like Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus having made appearances at some point.  The resort is a fusion of recreation and beauty and provides truly spectacular vistas of the mountains.

Among the many highlights of Omni Tucson National Resort are the spa treatment rooms where guests can relax and enjoy an array of services designed to keep the body, mind, and spirit rejuvenated.  Guests can choose entire packages or individual treatments that include facials, massages, body treatments, and more within a facility that spans over 11,000 square feet.  Guests can also receive a pass to the resort’s Sweetwater pool that includes snacks and beverages plus cabana rentals.

While golfing may be the Omni Tucson National Resort’s “piece de resistance”, it also has an illuminated sports complex with a quartet of tennis courts and a range of classes for players of all skill levels.  Other amenities include meeting spaces plus various dining establishments nearby.

Omni Tucson National Resort is located at 2727 West Club Drive, Tucson, Arizona 85742.  The phone number is 520-297-2271.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Dealing with Hotel Renovations

With the economy in a better state, hotel renovations are increasingly common as many hoteliers are taking advantage of the upswing in bookings to make improvements and additions, especially with the holidays fast approaching.  In most cases, a hotel undergoing renovations will usually have minor inconveniences like a bit of construction noise or a pool that may be temporarily closed, but what happens if the renovations are more extensive?  What if the hotel's major facelift involves not only construction but a complete change in ownership after making a reservation? In this latter scenario, your best option may be to reach out to the former owners and see if they can still honor your reservation.  In the former, it can all wildly depend.

Hotel renovations affect the hotel manager arguably just as much as the guest.  The last thing a manager wants to do is to turn away a guest because there are no rooms available due to construction.  Taking too long to report a noise as a guest can also reduce the odds of being moved to a different room.  Should the noise or construction be extreme that a room simply cannot be stayed in, a reputable hotel will usually offer to cover the cost of at least one night.

A great way to avoid dealing with the inconveniences of hotel renovations is to take advantage of social media.  While the hotel itself may try and keep its construction under wraps, guests are more than willing to share their experiences.  A simple phone call to the hotel before arriving can also prove beneficial.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Holiday Travel Tips

The fall season has officially begun, which means that the holidays will soon be approaching.  It's never too early to start making plans, especially if your plans include traveling during November or December.  The sooner you start determining your itinerary, the easier it will be and the fewer headaches you'll have.

The obvious place to begin is figuring out what it is you'd like to do during the holidays.  Once you've determined what your plans will be, you can then start searching for resorts or hotels that are near the place you'll be traveling to or have whatever amenities you may need.  The sooner you book, the better the odds of getting the room you want instead of being stuck for an extended length of time in something where you won't be happy.  To be on the safe side, you may wish to stick with widely known brands to reduce the odds of something going awry.  Also, consider using a travel agent since they have access to discounts and deals that you won't find by searching on your own.

Word of mouth is incredibly useful when traveling, especially if it's somewhere you've never been to previously.  The more information you can get from someone who has been to your destination, the better off you'll be since they can usually provide an idea of where to go or tips that will make your visit easier or better.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management, has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Avoiding Hotel Booking Scams

The fall season is quickly approaching and it will soon be followed by winter, where snowbirds will likely seek warmer climates in cities throughout the United States and the rest of the world.  With the anticipated boost in travelers, hoteliers will be gearing up to welcome an influx of guests looking to experience the sun and beaches instead of shoveling snow off of their driveways.

Hotel and vacation booking websites are rampant throughout the Internet and some of them, unfortunately, are set up strictly as scam sites looking to take your money.  The last thing you want is to arrive at your destination only to be told that there is no record of a booking or to have the money you were using for that Miami Beach oceanfront hotel getaway stolen and never seen again.  Use the following tips when searching for hotel online.

A search engine like Google is your best friend when booking a hotel but if you're searching for something generic like “Florida hotels”, there is a possibility of scammers using unscrupulous methods to appear near the top of search results.  Try and be more specific about your searches or, better yet, if you know the chain you'd like to stay at, type the hotel's web address directly into your browser.  On that note, all booking activity should take place on the hotel website.  If you're asked to click links to another website in order to continue your reservation, be very careful as it could be an unrelated third party site.

The old adage “if it sounds too good to be true it probably is” remains just as valid when searching for hotel rates.  If you're planning on staying at the Four Seasons and see a deal for a deep discount, it may not be legit.  As tempting as it might be to jump on deals, thoroughly research the deal and call the hotel directly.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Why A Renovation Project Can Fail

Recently, there has been an increase in hotel visits, mainly because the business travel culture is gaining traction and more individuals are choosing to go on vacations, and as a result, some establishments have found themselves caught unprepared for the sudden influx of patrons.  Additionally, some of the owners that have decided to prepare for this great turn of events, have found that while they were prepared for visitors, they weren’t prepared for what that mean for the hotel building.  Owners and managers of hotels must be aware of the factors that can cause a potential profitable renovation into a disaster.  Below are a few things that hotel proprietors should be aware of when undergoing a hotel renovation.

Hint #1: Always hire the right people – Renovation and remodeling projects are expensive and complex.  Hiring unprofessional or unqualified individuals can be detrimental to an upgrade plan, costing the owner thousands, sometimes-even millions, of dollars, in revenue.  It is important to ensure that the people hired to complete a project are certified and professionals in the task they were contacted to complete.

Hint #2: Understand trends and target market likes – One big mistake owners make when outlining a renovation or remodel project, is not fully understanding the target market they are going for.  Even if the target market is being updated or re-evaluated, it is highly important to research what that particular market likes in a vacation destination.  Not knowing this valuable information is not only a costly mistake, but also is a discourtesy to all current and future guests of the establishment.

Jaguar Hospitality, leaders in luxury hospitality renovations and project management has brought this update to you.  To find out more information on the hospitality renovation services available, contact them at (214) 295-3570 or click here to email them.

We Offer Hospitality Renovations for the Restaurant Industry

From the fanciest five-star restaurants, to the local hole-in-the-wall eater, every venue must strive be as appealing and functional to customers as possible. Few things are more personal than food, and if you want to attract, retain, and grow your clientele base, you need to give them an environment that is clean, attractive, and professional.

Enter Jaguar Hospitality. We specialize in Hospitality Renovations for a wide variety of venues, ranging from independent diners to massive hotel chains. After quality of food and service, diners cite atmosphere as their most important consideration in choosing to patronize a restaurant. So how big your establishment or what sort of food you offer, it is imperative that you keep your facilitate up to snuff. 

With our comprehensive Hospitality Renovation Services, you can get everything you to stimulate your business, draw new patrons, and offer a fresh and professional look. We work closely with you to determine your exact needs and vision for restaurant, applying proven and innovative solutions that save time and money.

Jaguar Hospitality relies on a cutting-edge network of professionals to procure and manage furniture, supplies, and other goods with optimum efficient. We provide world-class service without compromising your budget or deadline. With tools like 24/7 reporting at your fingertips, you are constant part of the process from start to finish. 

Revitalize your restaurant business like never before! Turn to one of the nation’s leading and most experienced Hospitality Experts. Contact Jaguar Hospitality at (214) 295-3574 to learn more.

Our Cutting-Edge Capital Management Means Affordable Yet Premium Services

As one of the nation’s leading experts in Hospitality Renovations, Jaguar Hospitality has always strived to be on the cutting-edge of service. We know full-well that most hospitality businesses operate within strict budgets, even in the event of necessary but often costly remodeling work. That is why we take steps to make our renovations affordable and timely without breaking the bank or compromising quality.

To this end, one of our most essentially Hospitality Renovations Services is Capital Management. This entails implementing specialized tools to administer your capital projects with optimal efficiency. Through the creation of approval actions, schedules, and project budgets, clients are guaranteed a structured and predictable outcome – e.g. a project done on time, within budget, and at (if not beyond) your expectations.

Through the recommendation of contingency dollar amounts, the procurement of necessary products and services, and the laying out of several options for you to choose, Jaguar ensures that your hospitality projects reflect your precise vision, without cost overruns or other unwelcome surprises. Our experienced team of professionals cover every step of this vital process, allowing you to continue running your business while we handle the intricate details on your behalf.

Capital Management is just one of several key ways we deliver cost-effective and premium renovations to our clients across the U.S. To learn more about what Jaguar can do for you, contact 214-295-3574.

A Quick Rundown of Our Cutting-Edge Hospitality Renovation Services

Our status as a top Hospitality Renovations Company in the country is owed the comprehensive and innovative nature of our Hospitality Renovations. Working with some of the industry’s finest professionals and specialists, we utilize the latest technologies and strategies to ensure that every job is done with optimal timeliness, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency. Here are just a few of the top-notch solutions we offer:

 

Capital Management

Jaguar creates the approval actions, schedule, budget, and career planning tools necessary for efficiently managing your capital projects. By recommending contingency dollar amounts, procuring products and services, and presenting various options to clients, we can offer bespoke renovations to fit your budget and timeframe.

 

Procurement Analysis and Order Management

Our procurement team coordinates with owners, designers, contractors, and suppliers to establish full budget and time restrictions, ensuring that products are not only purchased at the best value, but executed in a timely fashion. Once you open your first order, we maintain an item listing for future reorders and prepare an itemized OS&E budget. This saves time, money, and hassle.

 

Accessible 24/7 Reporting

Jaguar operates with full transparency and accountability, keeping you in the know about your project. You can track the progress of our renovations through a proprietary system accessible via our website. Located secure cloud server, it is available on any device that has web access, making it easy to view for you to keep tabs things on the go.

 

These are just some of the cutting-edge services we proudly offer to each and every client. To learn more about what Jaguar Hospitality can do for your business, click here or call (214) 295-3574. We look forward to delivering the most streamlined and effective Hospitality Renovations the industry has to offer.  

Learn more about Jaguar Hospitality Services

At Jaguar Hospitality we are prepared to give excellent service to all of our clients, as the leading company dedicated to maximizing your hotel, restaurant, and healthcare clients return, in addition we provide solutions for the entire furniture and operating supplies procurement process for new builds or small to major refurbishment projects. Learn more about our Hospitality Renovations.

Our services were created according to the company’s mission to exceed our customer’s expectations for every facet of the project. The capital planning tools were established to manage the capital projects and achieve all goals. Jaguar Hospitality creates the approval actions, the schedule, and the budget.

The OS&E Procurement is the way to determine what is needed for the project’s first opening order. And the FF&E Procurement ensures that the products are purchased at the best value. In addition 24/7 reporting service is designed to give our clients access to the report online in any moment of the day, this unique reporting system is easily accessed through a web service.

Over the years, Jaguar Hospitality has worked with international and national hotel chains to keep them up to date with the dynamic and fast-growing industry, like Hilton Dallas Lincoln Centre, Omni Tucson National Resort, Hotel Duval, Marriott River Center, and more.

For more information about our extraordinary hospitality renovation services like FF&E and OS&E Procurement and the 24/7 reporting contact Jaguar Hospitality at (214) 295-3570 or click here to email us.

Hotel Guests Wants Luxury and Sustainability

The United States is an important destination for travelers from all over the world which is why it’s important to keep innovating with quality Hospitality Renovations, in order to fulfill new requirements and advance with technology. Booking.com created a survey where they asked 32,000 travelers from 16 countries about the reasons to choose one hotel, and hotel guests want luxury and sustainability.

According to the survey made by Booking.com an estimated 52% of global travelers indicate that they are more likely to choose a hotel and destination based on its social or environmental mental impact, meaning that travelers are three times more likely to book an environmentally-friendly accommodation.

 In addition 50% of travelers are more likely to book luxury hotels. The webpage suggested there could be a connection between luxury and sustainable travel. While these respondents seem interested in sustainable travel that does not mean they would actually book these accommodation types en mass.

 74% of the Brazilians reported they were most interested in sustainable travel, but 36% of Danish and 39% of Dutch said their plans would be influenced by a hotels’ potential social or environmental impacts. Also Australians and Americans were among the world’s top sustainable travel intenders. 

This update is brought to you by Jaguar Hospitality. We are ready to keep you up to date with the dynamic and fast-growing hospitality industry. To learn more about the industry-leading Hospitality Renovation Services contact Jaguar Hospitality at 214-295-3574

Download The Convenient Jaguar Hospitality Brochure

Jaguar Hospitality is dedicated to giving our clients the best Hospitality Renovations on the market. We know that renovations are a big step for any hotel, restaurant, or medical facility, so it is natural you want to be as well informed about Hospitality Renovation Services as possible.

That is why Jaguar Hospitality invites you to download this free digital brochure here to learn about our company and what we have to offer. (For added convenience, the two-page PDF can be downloaded or printed whenever you want.)

Our brochure is great for research, meetings, or proposal renovations to any relevant parties. It contains details about the specifics of our work, how we carry out our renovations cost-effectively, and we are one of industry’s top project and purchasing management companies.

Jaguar’s mission is simple: maximize the capital investments of clients by coordinating the procurement, delivery, and installation of everything from furniture to fixtures. By tapping into affordable and reliable sources, and utilizing cutting-edge technology and strategies, we save our clients time and money while delivering top-notch results within budgets and deadlines.

That is why some of the biggest names in lodging, healthcare, and commercial real estate turn to us for their most vital renovations. Our approach earned us recognition by Hotel Business as one of the top “Top Procurement Firms” in the country.

To learn more about what Jaguar Hospitality can do for you, read our brochure or call 214-295-3574.

Get 24/7 Reporting From Jaguar Hospitality

Jaguar Hospitality is a national leader in providing cutting-edge Hospitality Renovations. Our success stems from a firm commitment to utilizing the latest technologies and strategies in the industry, including tools that help put our valued clients’ first. 

Among our most lauded Hospitality Renovations Services is 24/7 Reporting. We know that renovations are a major endeavor for any business, and that you naturally want to have an accurate and timely understanding of your investment. That is why we devised a proprietary online management system accessible anytime through this website.

Based on a highly secure and powerful cloud server, you can effortlessly log into our system through any device with Internet access, no matter where in the world you are. It is always up-to-date to provide you with optimum accuracy and timeliness. It is you project after all, so why shouldn’t you be an active part of it?

Round-the-clock reporting is not all you will benefit from working with Jaguar. Our wide range of services covers all the important aspects of any given project. From capital budgeting, which helps complete projects within an established budget and deadline, to FF&E and OS&E Procurement, which acquires the best items for the best value, we are ready and able to ensure the smoothest project imaginable.

With 24/7 Reporting, not to mention all these other services, your hospitality establishment achieve optimum success at a reasonable price and timetable. If you would like to learn more, contact us at 214-295-3574.