Press Release
Industry veteran and Austrian native to spearhead leadership of luxury hotel
and create authentic community connection
August 07, 2023
Rosewood Vienna is pleased to announce the appointment of Roland Hamberger as the new Managing Director of the ultra-luxury hotel located in the heart of Austria's capital. Rosewood Vienna opened in August 2022, making it the fifth European property in the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® portfolio and the brand’s first in the German-speaking market. Under Roland’s leadership, the property aims to immerse guests in Austrian culture by providing exceptional experiences, services, and amenities, while simultaneously reinforcing Rosewood Vienna’s signature sense of place.
In his new role as Managing Director of Rosewood Vienna, Roland will have the comprehensive responsibility of overseeing all aspects of the hotel. His remit extends from the hotel's vibrant Neue Hoheit Brasserie and Bar, and the elegant Salon Aurelie, to the extensive programming and a variety of luxurious accommodations that capture the heart of every visitor.
Roland will also oversee the Asaya Spa at Rosewood Vienna, a significant addition to the Rosewood portfolio being the first Asaya outside of Asia and first stand-alone Augustinus Bader Spa. Visitors to Vienna now can immerse in distinct therapies and rituals that are true representatives of Asaya's approach to wellness, centered around the holistic idea of 'The Method Augustinus Bader' to stimulate the tissue to encourage repair and healing of the body.
Having spent over a decade as the General Manager at Palais Coburg Hotel Residence Vienna, part of The Leading Hotels of the World, Roland brings extensive experience and a robust understanding of the ultra-high-end hospitality sector. During his tenure, Roland was responsible for spearheading a comprehensive operational and financial turnaround, which included an impressive increase in gross operating profit and a substantial boost in average daily rates.
"Roland’s outstanding track record, unique vision, and passion for creating exceptional guest experiences make him the perfect fit for Rosewood Vienna,” said Victor Clavell, Senior Vice President of Operations EMEAC at Rosewood Hotel Group. “We're confident that under his leadership, the hotel will reach new heights of success and deliver an unparalleled level of culture, authenticity, and service to our esteemed guests.”
Roland has also held significant roles in other prestigious properties such as The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna, and the Grand Hotel Wien, both recognized as 5-star hotels. He has successfully led pre-opening teams, developed robust sales strategies, and managed key stakeholder relationships across multiple properties. Roland’s tenure as Managing Director of Rosewood Vienna begins in August 2023.
For more information please visit https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/vienna
About Rosewood Vienna
Housed in a historic 19th-century building that was the former headquarters for Erste Group Bank AG, Rosewood Vienna is ideally situated on Petersplatz, one of the most famous squares in Vienna’s Old Town. It is also just steps away from the city’s most luxurious shopping and dining and its most famous historical sites. The fifth European property for Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® will serve as an unsurpassed gateway to one of the region’s most charming destinations. Combining the best of European architecture and designed with a refined yet modern style, the hotel offers 99 spacious guestrooms and suites, all of which feature separate spaces for entertainment and relaxation. One of the hotel’s top accommodations. Hoffman House, is a 1,916-sq.-ft. Presidential Suite, offering the ultimate in luxurious amenities and design. The property features a variety of dining and entertainment options, including a rooftop cocktail bar with exceptional views of the city and a bright and vibrant European brasserie. Rosewood also features Asaya wellness facility which serves as a private sanctuary for relaxation away from the busy sights and sounds of the city.
About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages a global collection of 31 one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences in 18 countries. Each Rosewood property embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as new classics such as Rosewood Hong Kong and Rosewood São Paulo. For those who wish to stay a little longer, Rosewood Residences offer a distinct opportunity for the ownership or rental of properties co-located with a Rosewood hotel or resort and of standalone for-sale residences. Rosewood Residences are defined by the brand’s commitment to Enriched Living through thoughtful details and experiences that enhance the quality of life while evoking a sense of discovery and inspiration.
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