Hotel Hospitality - Florida
AC Hotel Naples 5th Ave AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, has opened its newest property in the heart of Naples, bringing the signature AC Hotel experience to Florida’s southwest coast. AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue welcomes its first guests on Friday, Dec. 15. The three-story hotel comprises 150 sophisticated, modern guest rooms; an inviting lobby and ground-floor café; 2,500 square feet of beautiful event space; a well-equipped fitness center; an outdoor rooftop pool; and Limón, a signature rooftop restaurant and bar with seating both indoors and out. The hotel’s distinctive design marries European sophistication to the spirit of Southwest Florida, with local artwork evoking an authentic sense of place. Drawing inspiration from the region’s majestic bald cypress trees and lush greenery, the aesthetic exudes natural serenity within a light, airy atmosphere. Intuitive touches in guest rooms and public spaces ensure an elegant, effortless stay. “The AC Hotels’ motto is to provide guests with everything they need — and nothing they don’t — and today’s travelers appreciate that,” says General Manager Jacob Kucinski, who heads up a leadership team that includes Director of Sales Kimberly Hilty and Food & Beverage Director Douglas Gaquer. “Form balances per-18- | ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ January 2024
fectly with function here; the style is sleek and sophisticated, but there are so many practical comforts, too.” AC Hotel Naples is filled throughout with the details that matter most to discerning travelers, from commissioned artwork to top-tier amenities to precisely placed technology. The hotel’s public spaces showcase an eclectic group of local and regional artists, all of whom explore forms, colors, and materials inspired by the Floridian landscape. LouAnn Wukitsch, for
