Pacific Hospitality Group Names Shashi Poudyal General Manager

Pacific Hospitality Group Names Shashi Poudyal General Manager of
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
A Meritage Collection Property
IRVINE, Calif. (May 19, 2014) – Pacific Hospitality Group, LLC (PHG),
www.pacifichospitality.com, has announced that Shashi Poudyal has been appointed
general manager of the AAA Four-Diamond Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, located in
La Jolla, California. Poudyal brings more than 25 years of hospitality-industry
experience to his role as general manager having most recently served as general
manager of The DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana, where he started in 2012.
Poudyal will be responsible for overseeing the general operations of the 210-room
hotel, as well as the three restaurants and lounges, the 8,000-square-foot Spa at
Estancia, and Estancia’s premier conference and learning facility, which encompasses
26,000 square feet. Poudyal’s career has been highlighted by noteworthy
accomplishments including being named “General Manager of the Year” and
“Revenue Manager of Year” at the upscale DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Santa Monica.
His professional experience includes positions at Westin, Oklahoma City, with 500
rooms and 35,000 square feet of meeting space, DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto with
260 rooms and a 55,000-square-foot convention center, DoubleTree by Hilton Santa
Monica with 260 suites and office complex, and Wyndham Hotel Fullerton/Anaheim
with 295 rooms, and 14, 000 square feet of meeting space.
“Shashi has done an excellent job at the DoubleTree Santa Ana turning the hotel
around since his arrival. We couldn’t be more pleased with what he has accomplished
at the property,” said Steve Arnold, president and chief operating officer of Pacific
Hospitality Group. “We are very excited to promote Shashi and have such a seasoned
hotel professional manage one of our finest properties.”
"I am delighted to join Estancia as general manager," said Poudyal. "Estancia is a
beautiful, historic property that lives in the modern age. There are 24 meeting rooms,
which includes their Learning Theatre, all of which are equipped with today’s
sophisticated technology. The Spa at Estancia was recently enhanced, offering guests
undeniable relaxation with soothing treatments. And there are fun, non-traditional
food and beverage programs, such as our private-label Jack Daniels single barrel
whiskey and Herradura Tequila tastings in our Trinitas Wine Cellar. As we enter our 10
year anniversary Estancia has an exciting future ahead, and I’m looking forward to
being a part of it.”
Poudyal holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Trichandra College,
Kathmandu, Nepal and received a certificate in hotel management from UCLA. He is
also a Certified Hotel Administrator. Poudyal was a member of the Culver City Rotary
Club for more than four years where he was involved in various community services
including fundraising and walking for breast cancer research. He has also been
involved in fundraising campaigns for Relay for Life, Teach Kids to Care, Make a Wish
Foundation, and various other charities.
About Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Situated on 9.5 acres in sunny La Jolla, California, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a
coastal rancho-style sensory retreat where tradition, environment, and design blend
to renew and inspire. The hotel boasts 210 deluxe guest rooms and suites, more than
25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, a 7,000-square-foot fullservice spa, advanced networking and AV technology, high-speed and wireless
Internet, three distinct restaurants and bars, full fitness center, magnificent
courtyards and water fountains, and a heated saltwater pool with poolside cabanas.
The hotel is located within a five-minute drive of Torrey Pines Golf Course and the
premier beaches of La Jolla and Del Mar. For information and reservations, please
contact Estancia at 877.437.8262; or visit the website at www.estancialajolla.com.
About Pacific Hospitality Group, LLC
Since 1987, Pacific Hospitality Group, LLC (PHG) has maintained a strategic vision and
strong sense of core values as guiding principles for business success. With luxury
hotel properties from Napa Valley to Southern California, PHG’s growing portfolio of
hotel and resort investments reinforces the company’s cohesive vision. PHG manages,
develops, finances, and owns hotel assets in California including Bacara Resort & Spa
in Santa Barbara, Balboa Bay Resort, Balboa Bay Club, Newport Beach Country Club,
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, and The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. In
addition, the company owns and operates the Crowne Plaza Resort Anaheim,
DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum, and DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Ana / Orange
County Airport. PHG successfully operates its hotels by consistently growing revenue
while effectively managing costs, thereby maximizing each hotel’s NOI. By using a
cluster strategy, PHG is committed to growing its market share and adding value to
its portfolio through renovations, repositioning, and expansion.
www.pacifichospitality.com
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Media Contacts:
Resonate PR on behalf of Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Pam Devaney: 760.846.4640 [email protected]
Lauren Crowley: 949.204.7034 [email protected]

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