Press Release: Empress Hotel Completes $1.9 Million Renovation

The Empress Hotel of La Jolla (CA) Completes $1.9 Million Renovation A Greystone Hotels Boutique Property

La Jolla, CA €“ Eric Horodas, President of Greystone Hotels (www.greystonehotels.com) announces the completion of a $1.9 million renovation of The Empress Hotel in La Jolla, CA (www.empress-hotel.com). The project is the most recent Greystone property to wrap-up a year-long renovation as part of a multi-million dollar, portfolio-wide strategic initiative. Located just one block from the beach, the €œtop to bottom€ revamp project was completed in 6 stages over the course of 12 months. Highlights of the renovation include:

Interior dÃ©cor touches evocative of La Jolla including new furniture, wallpaper, carpeting, window shutters and lighting in all guest rooms and suites as well as specialty in-room amenities to match the beach inspired dÃ©cor;
Local art work featuring 360 individual photos of the local La Jolla beaches taken by local photographer, Aaron Goulding;
New wallpaper, art work, carpet, lighting, and signage;
Completely updated elevators with €œsmart control systems€ as well as upgraded and modernized heating and air conditioning systems;
Renovated second floor patio perfect for enjoying breakfast outdoors or for hosting your next private event;
Meeting rooms with state-of-the-art wall mounted big screen televisions, wireless HD connectivity (for laptops and media hubs), while taking on completely new colors, ceiling lighting and wall paper;

€œFor our guests who want to truly connect with the energy of La Jolla, and wear casual attire to the finest restaurants after a fun-filled day of snorkeling and sightseeing, or an intense day filled with business meetings and appointments, we offer a completely upgraded boutique hotel experience,€ said Greystone Hotels President Eric Horodas. He continued, €œA place of celebration for honeymooners and their families, a home away from home for business travelers, and a hideaway for the savvy vacationer for over four decades, we could not be more excited about our beautiful, Southern California beachside gem.€ Originally built in 1969 and renamed The Ellingson Court Hotel in 1978, The Empress Hotel took on its current name in 1984, and joined the Greystone family of independent West Coast boutique hotels in 2013. The 5-floor, 73-room renovation was designed by Jen Garramone (JMG Design Studio), Irvine, CA. About The Empress Hotel, La Jolla, CA: The recently renovated Empress Hotel reflects all that is best in the beautiful seaside town of La Jolla. Just steps from the San Diego Area's famous sandy beaches and downtown La Jolla, business and leisure travelers can experience true Southern California comfort at our charming boutique hotel. Whether you have booked our spa suite for a honeymoon stay or are here for a sightseeing adventure or a business meeting, we know it is important that you feel your best. The Empress Hotel is the perfect place to embark on a relaxing vacation or business trip. Whether you are visiting for a weekend or a few weeks, guests will enjoy the renovated guest rooms, casual elegance, friendly hotel staff, and exceptional service. The Empress Hotel is a certified member of the California Green Lodging Program. On Twitter at: twitter.com/EmpressLaJolla On Facebook at: facebook.com/EmpressLaJolla About Greystone Hotels: An independently owned hotel and hospitality management company with 10 West Coast properties in California and Oregon, Greystone Hotels was founded in 1995 by Eric Horodas (President) and Peter Trethewey. Dedicated to superior customer service and eco-friendly hospitality management, the €œGreystone Portfolio€ consists of 7 independent, non-branded boutique hotels and inns, and 3 flagship affiliated properties (Best Western International and Marriott International). Greystone's management focuses on providing exceptional guest experiences for discerning business and leisure travelers. All of Greystone's hotels offer great value, thoughtful amenities, and a comfortable, relaxing environment. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our guests "Experience Exceptional Service." In 2009, all of Greystone's California properties were certified by the California Green Lodging Association for our sustainability efforts, while Greystone's 7 non-branded independent boutique hotels are all members of the L.E. Hotels family - a global hotel representation company. <END RELEASE> Actual Publication Release Date, September 15, 2015