Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa and Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta are pleased to name Hugo Recanda as the new multi-property general manager of these iconic sister resorts.
In addition to the aforementioned role, Mr. Lecanda will also serve as Area General Manager overseeing additional properties in Puerto Vallarta and Punta Mita, ensuring collaboration and synergies to improve the guest experience throughout the region.
Mr. Lecanda’s impressive career spans 29 years in the luxury sector, 19 of which have been dedicated to Marriott International in the Americas and Europe. Throughout his career, he held executive positions with the JW, Westin, and Marriott brands in Mexico and Ecuador, and was general manager of Cancun, Budapest, and the Ritz-Carlton in Tenerife, Spain, one of Europe’s largest resorts. I did.
In this new role, Hugo looks forward to leveraging his extensive expertise not only in GM roles for Marriott and Westin Puerto Vallarta properties, but also at the regional level as Area General Manager. He is immediately committed to finding new ways to improve current operations and guest engagement standards, as well as integrating all local properties to increase collaboration in efforts.
“Mexico’s west coast, and Puerto Vallarta in particular, continues to prosper and offer tourists a strong tourism infrastructure without losing its charm as an authentic Mexican city,” Lecanda said.
“Puerto Vallarta’s Marriott and Westin properties are iconic and synonymous with the beauty of the destination, and they are entering a new chapter.As we prepare to share news for the new year and beyond, I am honored to be able to guide and guide you.”
Hugo holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Liverpool and recently accepted his new role after four years as Global Director of Operations for Palladium Hotel Group’s BLESS Collection brand in Spain. Mr. Lecanda is also co-chair of the Business Council of the Mexican states of Jalisco and Nayarit.
“We look forward to Hugo’s leadership as we complete a multi-phase nature-focused renovation at The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta and prepare for a news-packed year at Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. “I’m doing it,” Elsa said. Mr. Perez, Director of Multi-Property Sales and Marketing.
“The team is committed to meeting the expectations of today’s travelers who immerse themselves in destinations in more meaningful and impactful ways, and Hugo brings his insight and wide-ranging experience to help us achieve this goal every day. It will go a long way in ensuring you reach your goals” as a guide and resource. ”
Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa is located on a sandy beach along Banderas Bay, with the stunning backdrop of the Sierra Madre Mountains. A Pacific beachfront resort for couples, families and groups, the resort features 433 rooms and suites, an expansive Oatli Spa inspired by ancient Huichol culture, six restaurants, a coffee shop, It features a kids club and Puerto Vallarta’s largest infinity pool with a two-story swimming pool. -Up bar with 180 degree views of Banderas Bay.
Program highlights include a sea turtle release program that guests can participate in from June to October through the resort’s conservation efforts. A charming and friendly town with an authentic Mexican feel, Puerto Vallarta offers a vibrant culinary and arts scene, including the Day of the Dead, the Puerto Vallarta Gourmet Festival, and the Guadalupe Festival, which honors the town’s patron saint. Local festivals such as processions are a highlight.
The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta
Just minutes from Puerto Vallarta’s international airport and bustling marina, the Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is a former palm plantation turned wellness resort on Mexico’s Pacific Coast overlooking the sparkling Bay of Banderas. I’m doing it. This tranquil, family- and pet-friendly property boasts a stunning pool lined with hundreds of palm trees, a variety of healthy dining options including mocktails and vegan dishes, seaside meditation, and boho picnics. , known for its inviting outdoor menu, including celebratory tables designed for large groups. Groups of all kinds.
As part of a two-phase, multi-million dollar renovation underway for 2025, Westin’s PV will foster a connection between guests and the surrounding natural environment, offering guests new culinary experiences, innovative and sustainable We offer a swim-up room for wellness-oriented activities. , renovated gym and spa and more. The resort is slated to become Mexico’s first all-inclusive resort under the Westin brand by 2025.
