About Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Bill Kimpton, founder and Chairman of Kimpton Hotel and Restaurant Group, Inc. is the man who launched San Francisco's now famous "small Hotel revolution". Bill started our company on April Fool's Day in 1981, Bill was truly an innovator in the industry. Kimpton's vision was to provide the customer with a quality experience at an affordable price. He knew he needed special ingredients to achieve this goal and be successful. He needed the right product, the right value for our guests and most of all, the right staff. Twenty-three years later, the three components have not changed; Kimpton's competitive edge continues to be our people.
Each hotel has character, personality, and a soul of its own - at Kimpton Hotels, "every hotel tells a story." Kimpton is a unique collection of lifestyle hotels, created with only one person in mind - our guest. Our hotels are committed to meaningful and comprehensive employee development; serving the business, social and cultural needs of our communities; and achieving levels of profitability equivalent to the leading firms in the industry. Our Restaurants are committed to serving as the focal point of our lifestyle hotels, our restaurants and lounges are the cornerstone of the Kimpton experience. Seasonal local ingredients, a magical atmosphere, and the vision of a renowned chef, combine to engage the senses and leave both spirit and body nourished.
Our philosophy is to provide
CARE - a sense that Kimpton, is personified by every single staff member, who cares about building a lasting and satisfying relationship with the guest
COMFORT - Personal service that prides itself on an intimate knowledge of our guests needs and preferences.
STYLE - A whimsical atmosphere of informal elegance that celebrates the distinctive character of each hotel.
FLAVOR - Imaginative and fun restaurants and lounges which are a destination for locals and travelers alike.
FUN - a friendly and welcoming atmosphere based on our personal belief that travel should always be fun.
When guests leave our Hotel/Restaurant, the only thing they take with them is a memory. We want to ensure that memory is a good one, one that they will keep for future visits and also share with family and friends.