Chef Jose Andres Announces Plans for First Hotel, The Bazaar House in Georgetown

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Chef José Andrés is taking on a new venture, expanding his already diverse portfolio into the hotel industry. The José Andrés Group has revealed plans to open its first hotel, The Bazaar House by José Andrés, located in Washington, D.C.’s prestigious Georgetown neighborhood. This 67-room luxury hotel, expected to open in 2027, will revitalize the historic former Latham Hotel.

The Bazaar House will feature a variety of high-end amenities, including several food and beverage venues designed by the José Andrés Group, exclusive event spaces, a wellness center, and luxury retail options. A highlight of the property will be the Bazaar Club, a private membership program offering exclusive perks, including access to a signature penthouse restaurant with breathtaking views of Georgetown. The hotel follows a trend of exclusive spaces in D.C., with venues like Ned’s Club launching near the White House in January.

Though Andrés stepped down as CEO of his namesake group in May, he remains executive chairman and a major creative force in the hospitality sector. The group’s extensive portfolio spans 20 brands, 40 restaurants, bars, and lounges, an Emmy-winning TV show, and a New York Times best-selling book. The project is being developed in partnership with Thor Equities, a global real estate firm with a track record of developing luxury hotels like the Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons. Thor Equities has been working to secure approvals for the property, which has been vacant since 2012, for the past seven years.

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