The Wayfinder Newport hotel, with its fan-favorite outdoor pool, will reopen in summer 2023 rebuilt and refreshed after a fire last year. The property is rehiring all positions and offering special re-opening rates.
NEWPORT, R.I., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Wayfinder Newport hotel will reopen in summer 2023 rebuilt and refreshed. Owner Dovetail + Co, in cooperation with operator Pyramid Global Hospitality, is rehiring all positions at the property and offering special rates to reintroduce the hotel to travelers.
Dovetail + Co oversaw the creation of the Wayfinder Newport in summer 2020, building a loyal following of guests who enjoyed the Wayfinder's fresh take on a Newport hotel. Unfortunately, a fire last spring forced the hotel to close and undergo a second extensive restoration and renovation. The hotel team is working towards a partial re-opening this summer with the remainder of the property opening in the fall.
The Wayfinder pairs coastal design with home-grown talent to provide a mindful hotel experience that highlights Rhode Island's relaxed, free-spirited energy. The property features 197 rooms, including 30 spacious suites; on-site restaurant Nomi Park; a lobby coffee bar; and a seasonal outdoor pool with cocktail service and weekly programming.
"Wayfinder Newport has a special place in Dovetail's heart as our first property," said Phil Hospod, Founder and CEO of Dovetail + Co. "We love Rhode Island. It's our second home, where my wife and I got married, and where her family lives. We are eager to open our doors again and continue contributing to this dynamic community, and are excited to build a great team that shares our appreciation for this beautiful state."
A love letter to Rhode Island, the Wayfinder Newport is infused with community pride. In addition to highlighting Rhode Island artists with the hotel's 1,000-piece art collection, local partnerships include luxury bath amenities from Newport's Shore Soap Co., luxury terry and bed throws by regional favorite Matouk, and a coffee shop serving the state's favorite Nitro cold-brew on tap.
Now, Wayfinder is turning to the community again with a recruitment call. The hotel is rehiring all positions in preparation for the summer season from general manager and director of sales to bar, front- and heart-of-house staff. If you're interested in joining the team, please reach out to [email protected].
For groups looking for wedding blocks, catered meetings, and event space, contact [email protected] for special get-to-know-us-all-over-again rates. The pet-friendly Wayfinder features 3,000 square feet of event spaces. Other amenities include a 24-hour gym, complimentary wifi, free parking with electric car charging stations, outdoor party deck with games for all ages, and regular programming from yoga to happy hours and themed pool parties. The hotel's on-site staff is available to coordinate exclusive destination experiences, such as sailing excursions, oyster farm tours, and polo lessons.
The Wayfinder's reopening takes place in conjunction with the debut of Wayfinder Waikiki, its new sister property in Honolulu, Hawaii. Its 228 spacious rooms designed by Honolulu-based The Vanguard Theory feature local art, luxury linens, and dreamy vibes. Amenities include a large salt-water pool and hot tub; the Lost + Found poolside speakeasy; onsite restaurant Redfish Poke by Foodland; and the B-Side lobby coffee shop. Partnerships with local groups include Aloha Got Soul records, the Bishop Museum, and Banan Hawaii. It's all steps from world-famous Waikiki Beach, with beach chairs and boogie boards available for daily use.
From the shores of the Atlantic to the Pacific, the Wayfinder was built for mindful exploration with a local compass, partnering with talented and passionate people who care — seriously care — about their craft and community. Wayfinder properties have received accolades from The New York Times, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Boston Globe, Architectural Digest, Domino, The Boston Globe and more.
About Wayfinder Newport
Wayfinder Newport is a boutique hotel developed by Dovetail + Co. Founder Phil Hospod brought together a group of local chefs, bartenders, artists, designers, and entrepreneurs to create a property that redefined the 'typical' Newport experience. In a destination known for its gilded history and traditional accommodations, Wayfinder Newport represents Rhode Island's new "creative class" with a more relaxed, and free-spirited energy. Designed in collaboration with New York-based firm Reunion Goods & Services, The Wayfinder features a fresh take on coastal style, including cool tones, antique finds, custom furnishings, and local contemporary art. The on-site restaurant, Nomi Park, boasts a menu full of coastal classics with a kick, and the hand-painted pool by Rhode Island resident Sean Spellman features the artist's signature rolling sea motif. http://www.wayfinderhotels.com
About Dovetail + Co
Led by Phil Hospod, Dovetail + Co is an owner and creator of hotels, bars, and restaurants that promote exploration and discovery. Industry veterans in investment, development, branding, and operations, Dovetail + Co believes that new experiences can shift perspectives, spark friendships, and redefine what is possible. Dovetail + Co's critically acclaimed hotel projects include Urban Cowboy Lodge in the Catskills Mountains of New York, Wayfinder hotels in Newport, Rhode Island and Waikiki, Hawaii, Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa in Bermuda, Palihotel San Diego and an upcoming micro-hotel in the heart of Noho New York. http://www.dovetailandco.com
About Pyramid Global Hospitality
Pyramid Global Hospitality, a leading third-party hospitality management company, is the powerhouse brand behind an inspired collection of forward-thinking professionals providing powerful solutions to some of the world's best hotels and resorts. Formed by the 2021 merger of three hotel and resort management companies, the organization's global portfolio now spans more than 230 properties across the U.S., Caribbean and Europe, with offices in Boston; The Woodlands, Texas; Cincinnati; and London. For more information, visit http://www.pyramidglobal.com
Media Contact
Katy Madsen, Dovetail + Co, 1 (773) 621-8187, [email protected]
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