Overview
aloft San Antonio North is being developed as a partnership
between Starwood Hotels & Summit Hotel Properties, LLC. Starwood
Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has signed deals with four development
companies to open seven aloft hotels in the state of Texas. Developers
involved with the aloft projects include the following: HAC Partners,
Summit Hotel Properties, Santa Fe IV Hotel and 5434 Westheimer. Groundbreaking
for all the aloft Texas properties is scheduled to happen in 2007-08.As
a Vision of W Hotels, aloft is shaking up the lodging industry with
urban-influenced design, accessible technology, style and a social
atmosphere. aloft offers a total sensory experience, with guest lofts
featuring loft-like nine-foot ceilings and oversized windows to create
a bright, airy environment. The centerpiece of the loft room is the
ultra-comfortable signature bed, and large stylish bathrooms complement
the guest experience with oversized walk-in showers and amenities
created by Bliss(R) spa. Each guest loft is also a combination high-tech
office and entertainment center, featuring wireless internet access
and plug & play, a one-stop connectivity solution for multiple
electronic gadgetry such as PDAs, cell phones, mp3 players and laptops
- all linked to a large flat panel HDTV ready television for optimal
sound and viewing.Designed in conjunction with world renowned David
Rockwell and the Rockwell group, aloft stays true to the W brand's
heritage, offering atmospheric public spaces designed to draw guests
from their rooms to socialize and make friends. Guests can read the
paper, work on their laptops via hotel-wide wireless internet access,
play a game of pool or grab a drink with friends at the re:mix communal
lobby area and bar w xyz. The re:charge fitness center and splash,
the indoor or outdoor pool, give travelers options to de-stress and
re-energize; while re:fuel by aloft, a one-stop food and beverage
area, offers sweet, savory and healthy food, snacks and beverages
to grab & go, 24-hours a day.
