Park Hyatt Aviara

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is pleased to announce two prestigious accolades for outstanding guest experience. For the second consecutive year as a Park Hyatt, the resort was recognized as a AAA Five Diamond Resort for 2012, one of North America’s most respected symbols of excellence in the hospitality industry. In addition, two of the resort’s restaurants, Vivace and Argyle Steakhouse, were distinguished with Wine Spectator's 2011 Award of Excellence.


The AAA announcement signals that Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has retained its coveted ranking as one of San Diego's only AAA Five Diamond hotels. Representing the upper echelon of the hospitality industry, this category makes up just 0.27 percent of the 60,000 Diamond Rated® lodgings and restaurants throughout North America. To qualify, resorts must consistently exceed guest expectations with personalized service and amenities. With more than $3 million in recent and planned enhancements to guest amenities including the spa and guest rooms, along with a passion for creating unique guest experiences, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort continues to distinguish itself as one of the finest luxury resorts in Southern California.


"We are truly honored to receive the AAA Five Diamond award for 2012,” said Mark Stiebeling, General Manager for Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. “This distinction is a tribute to the incredible staff that creates a unique environment in our hotel every day. Our entire team’s commitment to our guests ensures they have memorable experiences that are signature to Park Hyatt Aviara.”


The renewed AAA Five Diamond ranking comes on the heels of another esteemed honor for Park Hyatt Aviara’s two fine dining restaurants, Vivace and Argyle Steakhouse. Both restaurants were recently distinguished with Wine Spectator's 2011 Award of Excellence. The prestigious Wine Spectator awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers. To learn more about these two signature restaurants and their distinguished wine lists, please visit www.vivace-restaurant.com and www.argylesteakhouse.com.


To experience Park Hyatt Aviara Resort’s award-winning service and luxurious accommodations, please visit www.parkhyattaviara.com or call reservations at 760.448.1234.

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is pleased to announce two prestigious accolades for outstanding guest experience. For the second consecutive year as a Park Hyatt, the resort was recognized as a AAA Five Diamond Resort for 2012, one of North America’s most respected symbols of excellence in the hospitality industry. In addition, two of the resort’s restaurants, Vivace and Argyle Steakhouse, were distinguished with Wine Spectator's 2011 Award of Excellence.


The AAA announcement signals that Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has retained its coveted ranking as one of San Diego's only AAA Five Diamond hotels. Representing the upper echelon of the hospitality industry, this category makes up just 0.27 percent of the 60,000 Diamond Rated® lodgings and restaurants throughout North America. To qualify, resorts must consistently exceed guest expectations with personalized service and amenities. With more than $3 million in recent and planned enhancements to guest amenities including the spa and guest rooms, along with a passion for creating unique guest experiences, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort continues to distinguish itself as one of the finest luxury resorts in Southern California.


"We are truly honored to receive the AAA Five Diamond award for 2012,” said Mark Stiebeling, General Manager for Park Hyatt Aviara Resort. “This distinction is a tribute to the incredible staff that creates a unique environment in our hotel every day. Our entire team’s commitment to our guests ensures they have memorable experiences that are signature to Park Hyatt Aviara.”


The renewed AAA Five Diamond ranking comes on the heels of another esteemed honor for Park Hyatt Aviara’s two fine dining restaurants, Vivace and Argyle Steakhouse. Both restaurants were recently distinguished with Wine Spectator's 2011 Award of Excellence. The prestigious Wine Spectator awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers. To learn more about these two signature restaurants and their distinguished wine lists, please visit www.vivace-restaurant.com and www.argylesteakhouse.com.


To experience Park Hyatt Aviara Resort’s award-winning service and luxurious accommodations, please visit www.parkhyattaviara.com or call reservations at 760.448.1234.

Business Traveller magazine recently recognised Four Seasons as the "Best Business Hotel Chain Worldwide." The Meetings with More package has been well received around the world, and has been extended to offer meeting planners and companies additional time to take advantage of this unprecedented offer. Available at hotels and resorts around the world for new meetings booked before March 31, 2010, and held by October 31, 2010, the package is a simple and cost-effective way to conduct business at Four Seasons.

The Meetings with More package includes:

Complimentary Continental breakfast daily
10% savings on banquet menus
Complimentary Internet access in guest rooms and general meeting room
One complimentary guest room per 30 room nights occupied
No penalty for up to 25% attrition up to seven days prior to arrival
10% credit on the next group programme booked at any Four Seasons location worldwide
The value of a Four Seasons meeting experience is much more than a matter of dollars and cents. It is an investment in peace of mind. The robust, guest-focused support system that Four Seasons provides is the key to ensuring that meetings are not only successful but also memorable.

From food stations and drinks at breaks to in-room amenities and set-up, Four Seasons can help support meeting themes with creative execution down to the last detail. And consider the convenience and time saved with services such as one-hour pressing, so clothing for a meeting can be prepared upon arrival; 24-hour room service to accommodate late arrivals; in-room technology that is easy to use, with assistance always a phone call away; house cars that can provide comfortable and convenient transportation to meetings in the city, at no charge; administrative support available in the business centre; complimentary access to the fitness centres, with extended hours, to help keep guests healthy while on the road; complimentary coffee, pastry and newspapers for early departures; and more.

"Our team makes it their business to ensure that you meet your objectives when you meet at Four Seasons, guaranteeing that your investment is a wise one," says Jim FitzGibbon, President, Worldwide Hotel Operations. "Knowing that your people will be cared for, in an inspiring setting, allows you to concentrate on the business at hand."

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The Argyle Steakhouse at Four Seasons Resort Aviara Golf Clubhouse has unveiled an exciting redesign, inspired in part by its unique locale beside the tidal wetlands of the Batiquitos Lagoon. The interior has been revitalised to reflect a "California coastal" impression, according to Beverly Hills interior design firm Cheryl Rowley Design.

The new space boasts a modern and elegant ambiance. Creamy white wainscoting is paired with deep walnut and mahogany wood finishes as backdrop to the fresh update. A neutral palette of fabrics in rich textures, with accents of celadon and teal tones, add brightness. Graphic patterns and contemporary finishes complete the look.

"The Argyle Steakhouse has already been a tremendous success with [Resort] guests and locals alike," says Robert Cima, regional vice president and general manager of Four Seasons Resort Aviara, North San Diego. "The final touch on this gem is this beautiful redesign. The non-traditional steakhouse menu, intuitive service and new décor all combine to offer an unparalleled dining experience in San Diego."

Already a local favourite for breakfast and lunch since 1991, The Argyle added the steakhouse concept in 2007 to become the Resort's third dinner outlet. "Now our guests can spend the day playing golf or attending the Aviara Golf Academy, followed by a spectacular dinner experience afterward," says Rick Ransburg, director of recreation. "I've been at Aviara since day one of the golf course. The new design completes our vision for the clubhouse and truly puts Aviara's offerings in the ranks of American golf institutions like Pebble Beach."

Chef de Cuisine Kurtis Habecker opened The Argyle Steakhouse after time spent with Joachim Splichal's Patina Group in Los Angeles. From Dungeness crab croquettes and butter-poached lobster with tomato marmalade appetisers to a unique flavoured-salt presentation, Habecker's creative influences abound. Entrée specialties include the 18-ounce bone-in Brandt natural rib eye and the 8-ounce Wagyu-Angus filet mignon. Executive Pastry Chef Franck Riffaud enjoys a playful approach to the dessert menu, including a retro offering of Julian apple fritters with a root beer float.

The Argyle Steakhouse ambience includes NuJazz music - a blend of traditional classics with contemporary beats. A private dining room seats up to 10. During the summer months, al fresco terrace seating overlooks Arnold Palmer's 18th hole and the wildlife sanctuary of the Batiquitos Lagoon. An adjoining lounge and library provide a warm and sophisticated ambience for light fare or cocktails at sunset. The Argyle Steakhouse is open Tuesday through Saturday evenings, with breakfast and lunch served Wednesday through Sunday.


Hotel Press Contact

Tony Pistillo
Director of Public Relations
7100 Four Seasons Point
Carlsbad, California, U.S.A. 92011
T. 1 (760) 603-6848

Four Seasons is pleased with events today in the Federal Court in San Diego. The Company sought an order to prevent Broadreach Capital Partners/Maritz, Wolff & Co. from executing its previously announced plan to improperly assume management of the Resort. Broadreach Capital Partners/Maritz, Wolff & Co. today agreed not to take this course of action.

In 2006, Broadreach Capital Partners/Maritz, Wolff & Co assumed a long-term management agreement with Four Seasons for a remaining 81-year term. The agreement provides for arbitration of all disputes between the parties. Very recently, a dispute arose with regard to the 2009 operating budget for the Resort and Broadreach Capital Partners/Maritz, Wolff & Co.'s obligation to provide working capital necessary to fund debt service. Arbitration has commenced, and Four Seasons will respect and honor its contractual obligations and the arbitration process.

Four Seasons has managed the Resort since 1997. In that time, the Resort has garnered numerous awards and accolades, including being named to Forbes Traveler's list of World's Top 400 Hotels; named as a AAA Five-Diamond Award for eight years running; listed as one of ZAGAT's Top 50 U.S. Resorts for 2008; and listed on Conde Nast Traveler's "Gold List" from 1999-2009.


Hotel Press Contact

Tony Pistillo
Director of Public Relations
7100 Four Seasons Point
Carlsbad, California, U.S.A. 92011
T. 1 (760) 603-6848