Valencia Collection’s seasonal fall cocktail, the Lavender Old Fashioned, crafted by the talented Shawn Mac at Cotton Court Hotel, combines the smooth richness of Still Austin Bourbon with the delicate touch of lavender, serving up all the fall vibes in every sip. Inspired by a guest at Cotton Court’s Midnight Shift, it highlights locally sourced lavender. Enjoy this seasonal cocktail at any Valencia Collection location or book the VHG Rewards Member Package, which includes two seasonal cocktails or mocktails. We can’t wait to share these fall flavors with you. Hope to see you soon!
VALENCIA COLLECTION LAUNCHES POPTAILS WITH A PURPOSE ACROSS SEVEN PROPERTIES BENEFITTING RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
HOUSTON, TX – Valencia Collection is giving back this summer with its property-wide Poptails with a Purpose campaign benefitting Ronald McDonald House. From May 31 to September 2, 2024, hotel guests can enjoy either the Valencia Sunset Colada Poptail or Valencia Chill Dill Bloody Mary Poptail, with ten percent of proceeds given to Ronald McDonald House. Additionally, each individual property will host a Poptail Party for local guests, complete with the limited-time cocktails, food specials, live music, and more.
“We’re ecstatic to partner with Ronald McDonald House this summer through our Poptails with a Purpose initiative,” says Wendy Norris, Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Revenue Optimization for Valencia Hotel Group. “Our goal as a brand is to give back across the cities in our portfolio, and Ronald McDonald House is an easy choice for a partner with their ever-growing mission to serve families and children across the country.”
The special poptails have been curated by Valencia Collection’s creative mixologists with unique spins as the Valencia Sunset Colada Poptail is a twist on a classic Pina Colada and the Chill Dill Bloody Mary Poptail, a spin on a pickle Bloody Mary. Both poptails will also be available in non-alcoholic variations.
Additionally, each property is offering a special room package which will include two summer poptails. The package is available for stays between May 31 and September 2. Guests can book their stay at their preferred or nearest property below.
Cavalry Court | College Station, Texas
Located in College Station’s mixed-use development, Century Square, Cavalry Court offers a relaxing boutique hotel experience just steps away from a wealth of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. One of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection, the 141-room property is a one-of-a-kind destination, inspired by Texas A&M’s military traditions through its architecture and thoughtful design elements.
The George | College Station, Texas
Located in the center of College Station’s mixed-use development, Century Square, and directly across the street from the Texas A&M campus, The George is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection. The boutique hotel brings an authentic, refined and local experience to the Brazos Valley region with 162-rooms and thoughtful design details that pay homage to leading Georges throughout history.
Cotton Court | Lubbock, Texas
Steps from the Lubbock’s Cultural Arts District and Depot Entertainment District, and just one mile east of Texas Tech University, Cotton Court is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection. The 165-room boutique hotel’s design is influenced by the city’s rich agricultural history, with guest rooms that open to sweeping outdoor porches overlooking a sprawling courtyard complete with a heated pool, fire pits, cornhole, and hammocks.
Lone Star Court | Austin, Texas
Located in one of Austin’s hottest districts, The Domain, Lone Star Court is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection. The property showcases an ambiance that embodies Austin and the surrounding Texas Hill Country with 123 vibrant guest rooms and a relaxing outdoor courtyard.
Texican Court | Irving, Texas
Situated in the heart of Irving’s lively Entertainment District, Texican Court is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection. Immersed in relaxed luxury and modern amenities, the 152-room property is a one-of-a-kind, retro-inspired destination, blending Texas and Mexican culture in its Spanish Mission-style design.
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk | San Antonio, Texas
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is located on a quiet stretch of the San Antonio River Walk, offering guests an oasis of luxury in the middle of the action of downtown’s bustling shopping, dining, and entertainment district. A standout among neighboring hotels, the boutique hotel is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection.
Hotel Valencia Santana Row | San Jose, CA
Located in San Jose’s lively Santana Row entertainment district, Hotel Valencia Santana Row is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Collection. The boutique hotel seamlessly blends Spanish Colonial and modern Mediterranean design, offering an array of luxurious amenities, including a year-round heated rooftop pool, over 4,000 square feet of meetings and event space, two exceptional dining concepts, OvejaNegra and Cielo, and an ultra-hip lounge, VBar.
ABOUT VALENCIA COLLECTION
Valencia Collection is a Texas based portfolio of boutique, independent hotels and a part of Valencia Hotel Group. The collection consists of seven properties across the portfolio, with two luxury concepts and five urban retreat-style boutique hotels. Known for their Old-World Spain design and luxury accommodations, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio and Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California, boast as the collection’s crowned jewels for their unmatched experiences, spectacular on-site restaurants, and oasis locations. Within the collection also falls the group’s urban-retreat properties, including Cotton Court in Lubbock, Cavalry Court and The George in College Station, Texican Court in Irving, and Lone Star Court in Austin. While each of these properties offers their own unique experience, the courts are known for transporting guests to a Texas night under the stars with elevated accommodations, original design, live music, and exquisite restaurants and bars. To learn more about each property within the collection, visit www.valenciahotelcollection.com.
ABOUT VALENCIA HOTEL GROUP
Valencia Hotel Group, headquartered in Houston, is the development powerhouse behind Valencia Collection redefining luxurious experiences. Whether building a new hotel from the ground up or reworking an acquired property, Valencia Hotel Group provides expertise in all aspects of hospitality management and development including branding, consulting, community engagement, and ongoing operations and logistics management. Paired with the team’s commitment to cultivating a unique and sophisticated atmosphere, these offerings create a hotel that provides guests with a one-of-a-kind travel experience. Valencia Hotel Group has a proven track record in identifying prime locations and delivering properties that resonate with the community and deliver distinctive design and character with each destination. For further details and to experience the essence of distinctive, culturally rich hospitality, visit www.valenciahotelgroup.com.
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Looking Ahead with Ahead with Valencia Collection
“We are incredibly proud to be celebrating twenty years of Valencia Hotel Group and felt that now was the perfect time to rebrand to Valencia Collection,” said Doyle Graham, Jr., Founder, President, and CEO of Valencia Collection. “With seven independent hotels currently operating and substantial growth on the horizon, we believe the name Valencia Collection better reflects where our portfolio stands today. As we look ahead to the future of Valencia Collection, we remain committed to our mission of providing guests with an unmatched level of service, comfort, and experience.”
In conjunction with the rebrand, VHC has been diligently focused on leveraging its team’s unique perspective on development and property management to expand its footprint. Restructuring amongst its leadership team has seen the appointment of Roy Kretschmer to Chief Operating Officer, Wendy Norris to Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Revenue Optimization, and Trent Freeman to Vice President of Operations – each of whom have played an integral role in the independent hotel group’s continued growth. Looking ahead, Valencia Collection intends to expand its portfolio to new markets and broaden its property management services.
20 YEARS OF INDEPENDENT HOSPITALITY
Since 2003, Houston-based Valencia Collection has been providing luxurious accommodations and outstanding service to locals and visitors across Texas and California. A
leading hospitality owner, operator, and management company, known for immersing guests in the culture and lifestyle of the cities they call home.
The collection’s first hotel, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, opened its doors along San Antonio’s famed River Walk in January 2003, closely followed by Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California in July. Throughout the years, VHC’s portfolio has continued to blossom across Texas, welcoming four boutique court-concept hotels and an additional luxury property to its collection. Austin’s Lone Star Court was the brand’s first court-concept hotel, providing a one-of-a-kind motor-court inspired experience and embodying an aesthetic that’s authentically Austin. College Station-based Cavalry Court and The George opened in 2016 and 2017, a nod to founder Doyle Graham, Jr.’s alma mater. Expanding its Texas footprint, VHC welcomed Irving’s Texican Court in early 2019 and the brand’s latest addition in fall 2020, Cotton Court in Lubbock.
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ABOUT VALENCIA COLLECTION
Houston-based Valencia Collection is a fully integrated hospitality company that provides management, development, branding, and repositioning services for independent and full-service hotels. Exceptional service, style, and location have earned the portfolio national and international recognition for their distinctive designs, amenities, and settings. Each Valencia Collection destination is one-of-a-kind and combines the nature of an independent hotel brand and the local culture of each respective city, allowing guests to feel rooted beyond each property, curious to discover more from their travels than just the amenities in a guest or conference room. For more information, please visit www.valenciahotelcollection.com.
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