We would like to thank the hotel's managment and staff for all their hard work. Also, thanks go out to all Olympia Hotel Management staff who helped with this effort.
Congratulations everyone!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Yes, We Are Open
We here at The Olympia Companies are proud to announce the opening of our Hampton Inn & Suites in Mystic, CT... 5 days ahead of schedule! Our first guests checked in on August 1... and all went very smoothly.
We would like to thank the hotel's managment and staff for all their hard work. Also, thanks go out to all Olympia Hotel Management staff who helped with this effort.
Congratulations everyone!
We would like to thank the hotel's managment and staff for all their hard work. Also, thanks go out to all Olympia Hotel Management staff who helped with this effort.
Congratulations everyone!
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Overall Update
The project is moving ahead as planned and we continue to anticipate opening by August 6, 2008.
The construction is substantially complete and the contractor is currently in the process of installing room furniture and fixtures. We expect to have the majority of this work done by July 21, 2008. All major equipment, including fitness room, kitchen and laundry has been installed.
On the operations side, all department heads have been hired and are on board. The management team is in the process of hiring and training staff with a focus on front desk and housekeeping. We are mobilizing for pre-opening and expect to have several members of our home office team, as well as General Managers from other Olympia hotels, in Mystic getting the hotel ready for our first guests.
The construction is substantially complete and the contractor is currently in the process of installing room furniture and fixtures. We expect to have the majority of this work done by July 21, 2008. All major equipment, including fitness room, kitchen and laundry has been installed.
On the operations side, all department heads have been hired and are on board. The management team is in the process of hiring and training staff with a focus on front desk and housekeeping. We are mobilizing for pre-opening and expect to have several members of our home office team, as well as General Managers from other Olympia hotels, in Mystic getting the hotel ready for our first guests.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Operations Update
The front desk property management system arrived on June 4 and the team is in the process of setting these up along with the training room for Guest Service Agents. Melissa is currently recruiting for the remaining two Department Head positions - the Chief Engineer and Executive Housekeeper.
Scott Walker, Olympia Payroll and Benefits Manager, travelled to Mystic in early June to provide support and training on payroll. Chris Chapin, Sr. Director of Sales and Marketing, is scheduled to visit Melissa and Sarah in mid-June.
Overall, the pre-opening functions are coming along nicely.
Scott Walker, Olympia Payroll and Benefits Manager, travelled to Mystic in early June to provide support and training on payroll. Chris Chapin, Sr. Director of Sales and Marketing, is scheduled to visit Melissa and Sarah in mid-June.
Overall, the pre-opening functions are coming along nicely.
Development Update
Hotel construction continues to move along on schedule with an August 6, 2008 opening date. The finishes are well underway and nearly complete on the 2nd and 3rd floors. The model room is complete and looks great (see photos below).
All major purchases have been made, including operating supplies, equipment, owners direct equipment such as washers, dryers, phone system, furniture, etc. We expect furniture installation to begin the week of June 16th with mirrors and art work going in the week after.
All major purchases have been made, including operating supplies, equipment, owners direct equipment such as washers, dryers, phone system, furniture, etc. We expect furniture installation to begin the week of June 16th with mirrors and art work going in the week after.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Overall Update
Overall the project is moving ahead as planned and we expect to open by August 6, 2008. The building shell is complete and enclosed with all windows installed. Siding and trim work is just about done. Interior mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough-in is nearly complete. The project is on budget with a remaining contingency of approximately 5% of cost-to-finish. On the operations side, we have hired Caroline Chapman as our Guest Services Manager. She brings years of experience in the Mystic market to our organization. We are fortunate to have her on board. Sarah, Caroline and Melissa are working diligently on the Marketing Plan as well as other pre-opening activities.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Development Update
The latest and greatest... pictures of the Model Room. Setting up this room has been a great tool for resolving potential problems. Many thanks to all who helped with this effort!
Thursday, May 8, 2008
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