Pyramid Global Hospitality has announced the addition of The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, Calif., to its Benchmark Resorts & Hotels independent collection. The National Historic Landmark marks the first partnership between Pyramid and new property owner San Manuel Investment Authority, an instrumentality of Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, a federally recognized American Indian tribe and nation, which acquired the property this week.
Pyramid assumes management of the 238-room hotel in June, overseeing all operations and commercial strategy, including its spa, 20,000 square feet of event space, eight food and beverage venues and on-site catering.
Originally founded in 1876, the property is known for its Mission Revival architecture, art and artifact collections and the Festival of Lights, a more than 30-year holiday tradition.
“The Mission Inn is a historic landmark that is deeply woven into the history and identity of downtown Riverside,” said Lynn Valbuena, chairwoman of the San Manuel Investment Authority and Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. “As we look to the future, we’re proud to partner with Pyramid Global Hospitality to continue building on the character and traditions that generations of guests have come to cherish, while also elevating the guest experience and offering our support for the local community.”
“Each independent hotel is truly a brand of one, requiring a fundamentally different operating mindset,” said Warren Fields, chief executive officer of Pyramid Global Hospitality. “The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa has an incredible legacy and a deep connection to the Riverside community. We will honor that legacy and connection while unlocking new opportunities for the growth of the hotel and its associates. We will focus on aligning with Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation to bring the right mix of insight, resources, and partnership to support the hotel’s long-term success.”
Benchmark Resorts & Hotels properties are supported by Pyramid’s analytics platform NEO, integrated marketing, food and beverage strategy and procurement services.