Ohio hotel crafts collab with local distilleries

Do you partner with local restaurants, wineries or distilleries for guest experiences? Read about some of the independent hotels doing this well in today's edition of Mint Pillow.

In today's newsletter:
🥃 Hotel brings the bourbon bliss
🤖 Casino robots hit safety jackpot
🤝 Sand dollars for stardom
🏩 BeyHive alert for boujee boutiques
🚂 Icon embraces railroad history

Ohio hotel crafts collab with local distilleries

Hotel Versailles, located in downtown Versailles, Ohio, offers a boutique experience rooted in a shared love for bourbon, with a focus on collaboration with nearby businesses like Hayner Distilling. The hotel's bar program has evolved to include ultra-luxury tasting flights, providing guests with an exclusive glimpse into the region's bourbon industry and beyond. Versailles’ also has its own private barrel of bourbon, which is used to create a special bourbon flight and a bourbon barrel-aged Cabernet. Read more about this spirited hotel at Forbes.

Boomtown hotel debuts high-tech robo-guards

Boomtown Casino & Hotel in Bossier City, Louisiana, has deployed autonomous security robots to boost safety. These robots, equipped with advanced sensors and cameras, patrol the premises, detect potential security threats, and interact with guests in multiple languages. This innovative move marks a significant step forward in hospitality security technology, providing guests with a secure environment and a unique experience during their stay. Read more about the security addition at Coco Adocs.

Sandpearl rewards teamwork in sea currency

Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida fosters a vacation-like work environment where teamwork is paramount, with everyone from managers to housekeepers lending a hand. The team is rewarded for their hard work with "sand dollars," an internal currency for spa treatments or fancy meals, and recognition awards. Join the conversation at Tampa Bay Times.

Bey's favorite Miami boutique escape

Beyoncé's impeccable taste extends to her choice of boutique hotels, with The Setai Miami Beach being one of her favorites. Situated in Miami, Florida, this luxurious oasis offers stunning oceanfront views and an Asian-inspired design. Other opulent designed properties on Cowgirl Carter’s list include Hotel Cala di Volpe in Italy and The Brando in Tahiti. Read more about these properties at Hotels Above Par.

Iconic Hotel Denver gets $5M facelift, rebrand

Hotel Denver in Glenwood Springs rebranded as "Maxwell Anderson” after undergoing a $5 million renovation. The change, spurred by practical concerns and community dialogue, aims to distinguish it from Hotel Colorado and pay homage to its hometown railroad history. Despite some resistance, the renovations – which included adding 17 rooms and upgrading amenities –are anticipated to wrap up by June, emphasizing the hotel's commitment to preserving heritage while enhancing functionality. Read more about this transformation at Post Independent.

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