Kimpton's The Hotel Zamora, St. Pete Beach, Names John Markunas as General Manager

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. June 22, 2016

ST. PETE BEACH, FL. June 22, 2016 - Kimpton's The Hotel Zamora is pleased to announce the recent appointment of John Markunas as the general manager of its 'urban oasis on St. Pete Beach.'

“With Kimpton's footprint in the Florida market steadily expanding, I welcome the opportunity to take the helm of this extraordinary property and bring the distinctive experience that only Kimpton can deliver to Florida's West coast for the first time within this dynamic and alluring destination,” said Markunas.

In his role, Markunas will oversee all property operations including hotel programming and services, marketing and sales, revenue management, and employee relations, while implementing all brand standards and programs, and ensuring each guest receives Kimpton's uniquely anticipatory and highly-personalized service.

John joins The Hotel Zamora with more than nine years of hotel industry experience, starting his career as Front Desk Manager at Kimpton's Nine Zero Hotel in Boston, followed by various management roles at Kimpton's including Onyx Hotel, Ink 48, Eventi and most recently serving as Hotel Manager of Hotel Marlowe, before heading south to Florida.

Markunas received a Bachelor's Degree in Global Business from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. When he isn't managing The Hotel Zamora, Markunas enjoys traveling and exploring new places with his wife and two children. An avid sports fan, Markunas enjoys supporting his hometown, Boston during sporting events.

About Kimpton's the Hotel Zamora, St. Pete Beach

The Hotel Zamora opened in 2014 and is the first new boutique hotel to be built in St. Pete Beach in 20 years. Kimpton's Hotel Zamora is a white-washed Mediterranean palace with 72 suite-only accommodations, a rooftop bar, 900 square feet of event space, and views overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Inspired by the architecture of its namesake Spanish province, the hotel's striking Romanesque façade and stylish dining fits right in with the laid-back leisure of Florida's fashionable Tampa Bay. For reservations and information visit http://www.thehotelzamora.com/ or call (727) 456-8900.

About Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a leading collection of boutique hotels and restaurants and the acknowledged industry pioneer that first introduced the boutique hotel concept to the United States. In 1981, Bill Kimpton founded the company that today is renowned for making travelers feel genuinely cared for through thoughtful perks and amenities, bold, playful design and a sincerely personal style of guest service. Out to help people live full, balanced lives, Kimpton aims to inspire with touches like yoga mats in every room, complimentary coffee and tea to start the day, hosted evening Wine Hour, in-room fitness programming and complimentary bike rentals. The award-winning restaurants and bars are led by talented chefs and bartenders that offer guests a chance to dine like a local. Kimpton is consistently ranked as one of the top companies in the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, Upper Upscale Segment, for Customer Satisfaction. The company is highly-regarded for its innovative employee culture and benefits and has been named a FORTUNE magazine “Best Place to Work” six times since 2009. Kimpton is continuously growing and currently operates over 60 hotels and 70 plus restaurants, bars and lounges in 30 U.S. cities. In January 2015, Kimpton was welcomed into the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) family of hotel brands, bringing together two special cultures and sets of values to create the world's largest boutique hotel business. For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com.

Contact:
Rosalie Hagel
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