Press Kit

Hotel 1000 Fact Sheet

Located at 1000 First Avenue in the heart of downtown Seattle, Hotel 1000 is a world-class luxury hotel that offers distinctive amenities, sophisticated accommodations and anticipative service to provide guests with a truly customized experience.

Opening Date

• June 26, 2006 at 8:45 a.m.

ACCOMMODATIONS

• 120 rooms total
• 101 guest rooms
• 19 suites
• 47 residences and apartments
• 24 stories
• 130 parking spaces
• 100-seat street level restaurant

ARCHITECT

• Weber Thompson PLLC, Seattle

INTERIOR DESIGN

• Dawson Design Associates, Inc., Seattle

RESTAURANT INTERIOR DESIGN

• Mesher Shing, Seattle

GUEST SERVICES AND SPECIAL FEATURES

• Seattle’s first mixed-use hotel/condo development with urban residences on upper floors
• Handmade blown glass artwork from J.P. Canlis
• The Golf Club at Hotel 1000
• Spaahh at Hotel 1000
• Cellar accommodating 2,080 bottles of wine and 100 magnums
• 9,100 square-feet of state-of-the-art conference and event space, many rooms complete with built-in video conferencing, 63” plasma displays, master zoned speaker system, document reader and “show me” technology, and a wireless remote in each function room to control temperature, lighting and audio/visual.
• Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access throughout the hotel .
• Internet - Guests enjoy a shared 100Mbps high-speed network with access to a 20Mb dedicated line upon advance request (charges may apply).
• Studio 1000, a relaxing sanctuary at the lobby level with sweeping streetscape views and a dramatic open fire pit
• Library, an intimate, residential retreat adjacent to the event space for reading, working or conversation
• BOKA RESTAURANT + BAR
• Fitness center for guests and residents
• 24-hour personal and virtual concierge service
• Valet parking via electronic car retrieval system

GUEST ROOM AMENITIES

• Fine Thai bed linens and microfiber bath robes
• Turkish terry cloth oversized bath sheets
• Intelligent private bar and environment control
• Two dual-line phones on fully converged network with cordless handsets
• 40-inch High Definition LCD televisions
• Audio/visual hub for convenient interface with laptop, flash drive, digital audio player, or portable DVD player
• MP3, iPod, and digital audio player docking stations
• Electronically-operated privacy screen between bath and guestroom
• Bathrooms feature contemporary and urban fixtures, including water flowing from the ceiling into bathtub
• Molton Brown bath amenities
• In-room Starbucks coffee with French Press
• Evening turndown service
• In-room safe
• Complimentary high-speed Internet, local and long distance calls
• 24-hour in-room dining for guests and residents

Key Spaces

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Awards & Accolades

Hotel 1000

• 2011 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List
• 2011 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards
• 2011 Expedia Insiders' Select™
• 2011 The Knot Best of Weddings
• 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards
• 2010 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards
• 2009 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards
• AAA Four Diamond Award of Excellence since 2007
• American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts
• Virtuoso Hotel

BOKA RESTAURANT + BAR

• 2011 Seattle Magazine Best Hotel Breakfast/Brunch
• 2008 Seattle Magazine Favorite Hotel Lounges
• 2007 Wine Spectator Award for Excellence
• 2007 Seattle Magazine Best Pork Belly
• 2007 Seattle Magazine Best BLT & Soup...the standout soup of the year
• 2006 USA Today 10 Great Places to Party the Longest Night Away

Kirsten Bell / Kristin Riefflin
GreenRubino Public Relations
(206) 447 4747
kirstenb@greenrubino.com / kristinr@greenrubino.com

Technology Fact Sheet

• Fully converged IP infrastructure - Allows for personalization of the guest experience; from room temperature to artwork and music selections.  All property systems are interfaced via an Internet protocol platform.
• Electronic doorbell with silent staff button for enhanced privacy noise reduction. The Hotel staff determines when a room is occupied with the push of a silent button directly below the guestroom doorbell. An infrared signal scans the room to detect body heat and notes 'do not disturb' when occupied.
• Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access throughout the hotel.
• For fast and efficient Internet use, guests enjoy a shared 100Mbps high-speed network with access to a 20Mb dedicated line upon advance request (charges may apply).
• Public IP Addresses available for guest sessions.

GUEST ROOM EXPERIENCE

• 40" HD LCD televisions
• HD Windows Channels - Each guestroom has 8 different art genre collections to choose from based on personal preference.
• Media hubs – plug-and-play access to the guestroom LCD display for DVD players, iPods, iPads, MP3 players and lap top computers.
• Electronic privacy shade in bathrooms and de-aerated water filler - Technology that enables a ceiling mounted water filler into to a two person Italian pedestal bathtub. The de-aerated water filler provides a steady stream of water and eliminates splashing.
• Electronic 'Do Not Disturb' and 'Service Room' - Door knockers are a thing of the past. With the push of a button guests can alert housekeeping if they want privacy or are ready for their room to be serviced. An indicator will immediately notify Housekeeping of guest's wish to have their room serviced.
• Dual-line phones on fully converged network with cordless handsets - Guests receive complimentary local and long distance domestic phone calls.

HOTEL 1000 AMENITIES

• The Golf Club at Hotel 1000 - The world's best courses come to life in Seattle via a sophisticated virtual golf setting.
  • An infrared tracking system creates two planes each with over 680 independent sensors calculating the velocity, spin and trajectory of the ball.
  • Provides real time ball flight, interactive practice situations, and multiple hitting surfaces.
  • State-of-the-art touch screen game controller allows players to easily toggle between 50 great courses such as The Old Course at St Andrews, Pebble Beach, Pinehurst or Valderrama.
• Spaahh at Hotel 1000 - A personalized treatment experience.
  • MP3 or Personal Music Player docking stations in each treatment room
  • Gallery Player artwork selections in the manicure/pedicure treatment room
• Microsoft Surface (located in Studio 1000) - The Microsoft Surface table leaves the keyboard and mouse behind and lets you grab and manipulate digital content with your hands.
  • A card reader allows you to upload and share personal photos.
  • Explore our Seattle neighborhood through the Virtual Concierge.
  • Relax with a game of chess or checkers.

MEETINGS TECHNOLOGY

• Smart podium available in all function rooms for individual laptop connectivity during presentations.
• Creston wireless remote control for audio visual and lighting.
• Built-in video conferencing in the Board Room.
• Mobile video conference capabilities in all other function rooms.
• Drop down projection in the Great Room and Board Room.
• Plasma screen or electronic drop-down screen in all function rooms.
• Digital color LCD reader boards - Allows for personalization of functions and events with the addition of photographs, logos, a PowerPoint welcome message or live video.
• Multi-touch kiosks - Print documents and boarding passes. Conveniently located in the lobby and on each function floor of the hotel.

Kirsten Bell / Kristin Riefflin
GreenRubino Public Relations
(206) 447 4747
kirstenb@greenrubino.com / kristinr@greenrubino.com

Hotel 1000 Sustainability

Hotel 1000 is committed to maintaining a leadership position in Seattle for environmental management of the property's waste stream by continually researching new options, products, and methods that enhance this objective.

Maximization of 'Inncom' – Hotel 1000's robust energy management system centrally controls all energy being utilized in every guestroom and public area. Frequent guests will enjoy a room that has been pre-set to their preferred temperature on previous stays. Conversely, when guestrooms and function space are unoccupied, Inncom disengages heating and air conditioning to these spaces.

'Green SEAL' housekeeping chemicals – Hotel 1000 utilizes an ever-growing selection of environmentally friendly products. The hotel searches out many products that are made with less energy, made with less materials, yet deliver the same service, are sold in bulk to reduce the amount of packing, are made with recycled materials, use renewable resources and not fossil fuels, have extended durability and reuse potential, and contain no toxics or less toxic chemicals.

Environmental Committee – As part of the MTM Luxury Lodging collection, Hotel 1000 is represented on an Environmental Committee to further educate and inspire fellow associates on all aspects of the Environmental Stewardship program, ensuring the highest participation and working toward changing existing mindsets about this important initiative that directly impacts business.

Recycling Waste Guideline – Hotel 1000 surpasses the City of Seattle's required recycling waste guideline of 60%.

Culture of Recycling – Hotel 1000 is committed to further enhancing a culture of recycling paper, cardboard, bottles and glass in all areas of the property – offices, function space, and food and beverage outlets.

Voluntary Towel/Linen Service – Hotel 1000 offers a voluntary towel/linen service. Linens are changed every third day unless requested to be changed sooner. Towels that are hung on racks are not replaced, unless specifically requested.

Education and Awareness – Hotel 1000 is committed to educating guests and associates on the importance of environmental stewardship and LEED initiatives with communication through the Website.

Initiatives for Guests and Residents Alike – Hotel 1000 provides its residents in Madison Tower the ability to participate in all hotel recycling and composting programs.

Partnering with Like-Minded Organizations – BOKA RESTAURANT + BAR has created partnerships with organizations that support environmental stewardship efforts. The restaurant has recognized these partners on the BOKA Website to promote a more direct impact in the community.

Sales Collateral – Hotel 1000 has created an electronic proposal, an enhanced Website and video to minimize the need for paper collateral.

In-room Amenities – Hotel 1000 offers in-room Molton Brown bath amenities in bulk dispensers to reduce excessive waste of sample size bottles.

Composting Program – Hotel 1000 handles the food waste composting program for the hotel, restaurant and residences.

Kirsten Bell / Kristin Riefflin
GreenRubino Public Relations
(206) 447 4747
kirstenb@greenrubino.com / kristinr@greenrubino.com

Spaahh Fact Sheet

Located inside the world-class luxury Hotel 1000, the Spaahh is a serene, comfortable refuge in the heart of the city. With welcoming, personalized staff and a relaxing atmosphere, the Spaahh offers customized spa and beauty treatments to rejuvenate the body and soul.

OPENING DATE

June 26th, 2006 at 8:45 am

SERVICE

• Facials: Designed to treat the skin while relaxing the mind. Spaahh's facials are customized to individual needs.
• Body Treatments: From full body salt scrubs, tanning treatments to enraptures, the most natural ingredients are used to pamper and rejuvenate the body.
• Massage: Offering any massage technique from Swedish and Deep Tissue to Hot Stone and Lomi Lomi, guests are able to choose from numerous add-ons to customize their treatments.
• Nail Treatments: Natural nail services are just the start and the latest color collections keep guest nails looking chic.
• Spa Packages: From the "Complete Indulgence" to "Touch Up," our packages are designed to renew spirit and send guests off feeling refreshed.

AMENITIES

• Two single treatment rooms
• One couples treatment room
• Two pedicure stations located in private, pedicure complete with 40" LCD television
• One manicure station
• Two full locker rooms (one female, one male) equipped with dry saunas, showers and lockers
• Attached Fitness Center with leading edge exercise equipment and free weights

GROUP RESERVATIONS

Group rates and exclusive use of Spaahh are available for parties of six or more, including special packages for bridal parties. Reservations are recommended for group events at least two weeks in advance to secure preferred time and date.

HOURS OF OPERATION

APPOINTMENTS

(206) 357 9490

Kirsten Bell / Kristin Riefflin
GreenRubino Public Relations
(206) 447 4747
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Dennis (Denny) Fitzpatrick

General Manager

Denny Fitzpatrick joined Hotel 1000 as the general manager in May 2008. His daily responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of the mixed-use luxury destination, the first in downtown Seattle to combine the services and amenities of a world-class hotel with exquisite condominium residences.

Local Husky fans might recall Fitzpatrick’s star-turn as starting quarterback for the University of Washington football team in the early 1970s. He played his last game for the Huskies in 1974, a 24-17 season-ending victory over rival Washington State Cougars to win the coveted Apple Cup. His 249 yards rushing in that game earned him “National Player of the Week” honors (and his single game rushing record still stands). For 33 years, he also held the conference single-season rushing record for quarterbacks of 697 yards until Jake Locker topped that last season.

After leaving the University of Washington, Fitzpatrick brought his competitive spirit and his highly developed leadership skills to his new pursuits in hospitality. After his illustrious football career, he quickly embraced the world of possibilities available in hospitality: His first opportunity was at the venerable Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle, where he worked in a variety of roles for approximately five years. From there he moved to the East Coast to open the five-star Boston Harbor Hotel. Subsequently, he accepted an opportunity with Hilton Hotels, where he has worked for more than 22 years managing properties large and small and effecting positive change in every assignment.

For the past six years, just prior to joining Hotel 1000, Fitzpatrick was general manager of the Beverly Hilton, after being recruited by the hotel’s former owner, renowned entertainer and game show mogul Merv Griffin. As general manager, Fitzpatrick oversaw a multi-million dollar, multi-year renovation at this famed Beverly Hills showplace. He also orchestrated the rebranding and repositioning of the hotel enabling it to, once again, earn accolades as a host venue for the world’s elite and for high-profile Hollywood events, such as the Golden Globes. Fitzpatrick has recently helped to steward another complex, multi-million dollar proposal through a very challenging approval process to expand the Beverly Hills campus to include a new Waldorf Astoria and a luxury condominium residence.

Fitzpatrick is a native of Spokane and attended the University of Washington, where he and his wife Karen, first met. They have three adult children all of whom reside in the Pacific Northwest. Throughout his career Fitzpatrick has been involved in many community and civic organizations including: President and Member of the Board of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau; Century City Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors; the recipient of the Man of Achievement Award by the Century City Chamber of Commerce; Chairman of the Board of the Spokane Convention and Visitors Bureau; Member of the Board of Directors for the Pasadena Center; and Member of the Board of Directors for the Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Kirsten Bell / Kristin Riefflin
GreenRubino Public Relations
(206) 447 4747
kirstenb@greenrubino.com / kristinr@greenrubino.com