Marriott International Appoints Jose Torres as General Manager, Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, Costa Rica
NEW YORK, NY. May 10, 2016 - Marriott International announced the appointment of Jose Torres as General Manager for Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort. With more than 18 years of hospitality expertise, Torres will take the helm of the renowned property, concentrating on elevating guest satisfaction and managing day-to-day operations leveraging the resort's dynamic and cultural experiences.
“Jose will be a strong addition to Los Sueños Marriott's leadership team bringing strategic focus and hospitality know-how to the property.” said Dennis Whitelaw, General Manager and Country Manager at Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose. “We are well-assured that Jose will be able to harness his extensive market knowledge and operational expertise to strengthen Los Sueños' position as a leading hotel in Costa Rica.”
Torres joins Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort after having held various leadership positions across the Caribbean and Central America. His most recent post was at the JW Marriott Panama Golf & Beach Resort where he successfully led the team in achieving a higher service index score, increased Food & Beverage revenue and profit, and increased YTD Overall Satisfaction. Prior to Panama, Torres held positions as General Manager at San Juan Water Beach Club Hotel, General Manager and Co-Owner at Pasha Restaurant in San Juan, and Corporate Food and Beverage Director at Caribbean International Investment Group, among others.
About Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
Set on a 1,100-acre rainforest, Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort overlooks the Pacific Ocean adjacent to Herradura Beach. The Spanish colonial-style property offers up 201 guest rooms and suites, frequently recognized as a top resort with accolades to the likes of Condè Nast Traveler's Top Resort in Central and South America, Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards and the World Travel Awards' Leading Golf Resort in Costa Rica. The resort's prime location amidst the beach and the rainforest embraces a variety of adventurous activities from zip lining to horseback riding in addition to canopy tours and deep sea fishing. On-site, guests can indulge in the Ted Robinson championship golf course, five unique dining venues, and a network of pools complete with canals, bridges, islands and swim-up bars.
About Marriott
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a leading global lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,100 properties in 79 countries and territories and reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.
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