PORTLAND, Maine—Sara Masterson, president of Olympia Hospitality, introduced a brand new partnership with Mountain Shore Properties to imagine administration of Lodge Genevieve in Louisville, Kentucky.
The 122-room property, positioned within the metropolis’s East Market District, regionally referred to as NuLu, is the most recent addition to Olympia’s portfolio of design-forward inns.
“Lodge Genevieve is an unbelievable property and an integral a part of Louisville’s vigorous hospitality scene,” mentioned Masterson. “By leveraging our
experience in managing each independent-style and branded properties and packages that resonate with vacationers, we see super alternative to place the lodge for long-term development alongside Stephen and staff.”
The transition additionally marks Lodge Genevieve’s introduction into the JdV by Hyatt assortment, aligning it with the worldwide way of life model whereas preserving the lodge’s character and neighborhood connections in Louisville.
“We’re extremely enthusiastic about Olympia Hospitality taking the helm at Lodge Genevieve and, in flip, becoming a member of the JdV by Hyatt model,” says Stephen Wendell, chief government officer of Mountain Shore Properties. “This strategic transfer is greater than only a identify change; it’s about leveraging the unparalleled attain and highly effective distribution engine of a worldwide model to unlock Lodge Genevieve’s full potential. We imagine this partnership will considerably improve our visibility and profitability, guaranteeing Lodge Genevieve continues to thrive as a premier vacation spot in Louisville.”
Named after Saint Genevieve limestone, a foundational aspect in bourbon manufacturing, the 122-room lodge stays a celebration of Louisville’s cultural cloth and a nod to its neighborhood roots. Room to room, the interiors embrace classic and trendy furnishings, layering in texture and native artwork. On-site meals and beverage choices embrace Byrdie’s,led by chef Jenner Tomaska and Katrina Bravo; Bar Genevieve, a rooftop lounge overlooking downtown Louisville; Mini Marché, a street-level grab-and-go market; and Jimmy Can’t Dance, a speakeasy-style jazz bar.
