Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

San Antonio (October 25, 2010) ??' Valencia Group takes great pride in being the developer and operator of three hotels on the Cond Nast Top 100 hotels in North America list. Cond Nast Traveler has reached its 23rd annual Awards publication, which includes a list of 1,060 winners that scored a 90.0 or above. These rankings were elected by 25, 000 readers whose passion is travel. All three Valencia Group properties were amongst these prestigious winners as Hotel Sorella ranked 11th, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk ranked 61st, and Hotel Valencia Santana Row ranked 81st.

"We are so thrilled to be listed amongst the Top Hotels this year," says Valencia Group Vice President of Operations Roy Kretschmer. "Our staff works extremely hard to make sure that we provide each guest with unparalleled service, and we feel fortunate that Cond Nast Traveler readers have taken notice of that. The Valencia properties are exceedingly unique and we look forward to continuing to offer a distinctive, chic hotel experience."

Valencia Group, a Houston-based company developed and manages Hotel Sorella in Houston, Texas, Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California, and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. Each property provides guests with a contemporary four-star experience featuring hip, yet classic designs, intimate meeting facilities, and unparalleled personal service. The properties also offer unique vacation packages and other luxury amenities to all of its guests.

For more information visit [url]www.valenciagroup.com[/url]

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Amy Trench
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Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
210.220.3007
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San Antonio, TX ??' Hotel Valencia Riverwalk was recently named one of the "Top 500 Hotels Worldwide" by Travel + Leisure Magazine for the third consecutive year. The small, luxury hotel was one of only eight Texas hotels and three San Antonio hotels to be included on this year's list. For the past nine years, Travel + Leisure editors have combed the globe in search of outstanding hotels that not only feature beautiful grounds, but excellence in service and amenities, to include in their prestigious selection.

"We are thrilled to once again be named one of the Top 500 hotels this year," says Valencia Group Executive Vice President of Operations Roy Kretschmer. "Our staff works extremely hard to provide each guest with impeccable and unparalleled service and appreciate the recognition from Travel + Leisure. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is a unique property for San Antonio and we look forward to continuing to offer a distinctive, chic hotel experience."

Hotel Valencia is a 213-room, Tuscan-inspired hotel that sits along the banks of the famed San Antonio River. Hotel Valencia provides its guests with a unique, four-star experience, ranging from fashionable cocktails in one of San Antonio's hippest bars, Vbar, to innovative and locally-inspired dishes at Citrus, as well as distinctive vacation packages and luxury amenities.

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About Hotel Valencia Group
Valencia Group, a Houston-based company, develops and operates full-service luxury hotels. Their most notable properties include Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California, and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. Set in the cultural heart of each city, the hotels fuse globally-inspired modern design with Mediterranean influences - popular destinations for both guests and visitors. Known for exceptional service and style, Valencia Group properties have received international recognition by magazines such as Condé Nast and Travel + Leisure, and by discerning travelers seeking a memorable and comfortable home away from home. For more information, please visit www.hotelvalencia.com or www.valenciagroup.com.

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December 2008 - Hotel Valencia Riverwalk and WOAI-TVs San Antonio Living Show announces a wedding-of-a-lifetime giveaway in the first-ever Hotel Valencia Wedding Experience. One lucky San Antonio couple will win the ultimate wedding from Hotel Valencia " planned by the viewers of the San Antonio Living Show.

From February to May 2009, local wedding vendors will present their best options in wedding themes, gowns, flowers and much more for viewers to vote upon at woai.com. Once the votes are tallied, Shelley Miles, host of San Antonio Living Show, will announce the winning selection during the morning show, which airs weekdays 10-11 a.m. on WOAI (NBC).

HOW DOES IT WORK?
From January 5 to February 8, San Antonio engaged couples may submit an application online at woai.com to be selected as finalists for the Hotel Valencia Wedding Experience. Applications must include a photo of the couple and a one-minute video stating why they should be chosen as the winning couple for the Hotel Valencia Wedding Experience. (A hard copy of the application may be picked up at Hotel Valencias concierge desk, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.)

The three finalist couples will be announced on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 with an opportunity for viewers to vote for the winning couple. Subsequent shows (every Friday) will feature wedding elements for viewers to vote on, including wedding theme, gown, photographer, cake, music and menu.

Tune into the San Antonio Living Show, weekdays from 10-11 a.m. on WOAI (NBC) and visit woai.com for the latest on the Hotel Valencia Wedding Experience. For complete details, rules and requirements, visit hotelvalencia.com.

About Hotel Valencia River Walk
Located in downtown San Antonio, Texas, along the famous River Walk, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk features 213 Mediterranean-influenced guestrooms with an exclusive brand of luxury signature to the San Antonio area. From dramatic dcor to the latest technology and what has become the sophisticated, see and be seen gathering place, Vbar, Hotel Valencia provides guests with a contemporary four-diamond experience. The impeccable architectural craftsmanship, intimate meeting facilities, luxurious amenities and innovative, eclectic cuisine at Citrus restaurant provide the framework for unparalleled personal service. Part of the Valencia Group properties, Hotel Valencia is known for exceptional service and style, and has received international recognition by Cond Nast and Travel+Leisure. For more information, visit www.hotelvalencia.com.

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Taylor West Advertising/PR, 210-805-0320
Angela McClendon Johnson
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Lindsay Newton
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Hotel is first in San Antonio to offer unique blend to guests

San Antonio (August 28, 2008) - Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, a chic, upscale property located on the banks of the famed River Walk is pleased to announce that they are furthering their green initiatives by launching a new product, Valencia Blend, a fair trade/organic coffee.

Fair Trade coffee means more than fair prices, when consumers buy Fair Trade Coffee they are supporting fair labor conditions, direct trade, community development, environmental stability and more. Hotel Valencia is the first hotel in San Antonio to take advantage of such offerings - turning a common hotel amenity into a bold step against unfair practices and into the production of sustainable products.

"We decided to look into fair trade coffee not only because of the benefits of drinking organic," said Executive Chef Jeffrey Balfour. "But also for the possibility for creating a unique flavor combination, something that our guests will truly enjoy and that can evolve as a signature product offered exclusively at our hotel."

Valencia Blend, already being served throughout the property, is a custom-blend of Rwandan and Ethiopian beans which helps garner a unique flavor combination. This signature coffee will soon be served at all Valencia Group properties and will be available for purchase through the food and beverage outlets and eventually through an online store.

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About Valencia Group
Valencia Group, an independent, Houston-based company, is actively involved in the development and operation of full service luxury hotels. Their most notable being Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California, and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. Set in the cultural heart of each city, our hotels fuse globally-inspired modern design with Mediterranean influences, becoming popular destinations for both guests and visitors. Known for our exceptional service and style, our properties have received international recognition by magazines such as Cond Nast and Travel + Leisure, and by discerning travelers seeking a memorable and comfortable home away from home.

The newest of Valencia's brand, Hotel Sorella, is currently under construction in Houston and Dallas, Texas, both the crown jewel of a vibrant, high-end mixed use development which will create an ultimate urban experience and an unbeatable variety of options including retail, office, residential and dining.

In addition to Valencia Group's brands, the company is involved in the management of The Lancaster Hotel, a downtown Houston favorite since the mid-1900's as well as the Hotel Georgia, set in the heart of downtown Vancouver, surrounded by boutiques and gourmet restaurants. Built in 1927 at the height of the Roaring Twenties, the hotel exudes old-world elegance with a contemporary twist. The hotel is undergoing a dramatic renovation that will transform a beloved heritage hotel into a luxury boutique destination upon opening in the fall of 2009.
The company is also involved in lumire, a Valencia Hotel located in Telluride, Colorado, which will open its doors in early 2008. This whole ownership, ski in/ski out condominium hotel, promises to be the new symbol of contemporary luxury for the chic mountain village of Telluride.
For more information, please visit [url]www.hotelvalencia.com[/url] or [url]www.valenciagroup.com[/url]

Local Hotel is Leading the Way in Going Green

San Antonio (May 13, 2008) ' Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is committed to doing its part in making San Antonio a greener and more sustainable city; distinguishing themselves from local hotels by ensuring that new environmental and technological advances are being implemented throughout the property.

Hotel Valencia has reduced their environmental footprint by implementing a multitude of green practices. Low-flow water efficient toilets and energy efficient light bulbs have been installed wherever possible. By only allowing low VOC paints and installing aerators in each guest room, the hotel hopes to reduce water usage by approximately 50%. Hotel Valencias LATHER bath products are all natural and feature packaging made from 20% post-consumer recycled paper, not to mention all un-used bath products are donated to local charities. Furthermore, Hotel Valencia is currently issuing biodegradable key cards to all guests and will pioneer a new energy conservation plan for their laundry department.

Executive Chef Jeffrey Balfour and Citrus are also doing their part by taking advantage of locally sustainable farmers and fishermen to obtain the freshest ingredients, making organic wines available for purchase and only using cloth napkins and table linens throughout the restaurant and catering department. Citrus also features water restrictors on all kitchen faucets, a water-on-request policy and features water glasses made from 100% post-consumer recycled glass. Chef Balfour is pleased to announce that Llanyr water is served throughout the hotel which is the first bottled water with the United Nations Global Impact Seal. As leader of the Food and Beverage Department, Chef Balfour is also looking to have further involvement in Go Texan programs and sustainable farming.

We are leading by example here in San Antonio, said Chad Taylor, General Manager of Hotel Valencia Riverwalk. By incorporating eco-friendly products and practices all through the property, we have helped to significantly cut down on our water and electricity usage. We intend to further our efforts by creating a light bulb and battery recycling program, and an employee recognition program for those that carpool to work.

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk continues to research additional green initiatives and products, and always welcomes any input, to give us your suggestion please contact us at 210.227.9700.

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About Valencia Group
Valencia Group, an independent, Houston-based company, is actively involved in the development and operation of full service luxury hotels. Their most notable being Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California, and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. Set in the cultural heart of each city, our hotels fuse globally-inspired modern design with Mediterranean influences, becoming popular destinations for both guests and visitors. Known for our exceptional service and style, our properties have received international recognition by magazines such as Cond Nast and Travel + Leisure, and by discerning travelers seeking a memorable and comfortable home away from home.


The newest of Valencias brand, Hotel Sorella, is currently under construction in Houston and Dallas, Texas, both the crown jewel of a vibrant, high-end mixed use development which will create an ultimate urban experience and an unbeatable variety of options including retail, office, residential and dining.

In addition to Valencia Groups brands, the company is involved in the management of The Lancaster Hotel, a downtown Houston favorite since the mid-1900s as well as the Hotel Georgia, set in the heart of downtown Vancouver, surrounded by boutiques and gourmet restaurants. Built in 1927 at the height of the Roaring Twenties, the hotel exudes old-world elegance with a contemporary twist. The hotel is undergoing a dramatic renovation that will transform a beloved heritage hotel into a luxury boutique destination upon opening in the fall of 2009.
The company is also involved in lumire, a Valencia Hotel located in Telluride, Colorado, which will open its doors in early 2008. This whole ownership, ski in/ski out condominium hotel, promises to be the new symbol of contemporary luxury for the chic mountain village of Telluride.
For more information, please visit www.hotelvalencia.com