ORLANDO, Fla. – October 30, 2014 – Orlando City Soccer Club announced today it has partnered with The Kessler Collection’s Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, an Autograph Collection® property, in a multi-year partnership whereby the famed downtown hotel will serve as the Official Hotel for Visiting Teams in town to play Orlando City during the Club’s first season in Major League Soccer. Per Club policy, financial terms were not disclosed.
As part of the partnership, the Grand Bohemian will provide visiting teams with a premier guest experience during their stays in Orlando, including amenities such as meeting space and other facilities. In addition, the Grand Bohemian will incorporate the match day experience throughout the hotel, integrating signage, branding and promotions throughout the property on game weekends. Lastly, the hotel will be permitted the use of Orlando City’s marks and logo in promotions and marketing campaigns.
“The Grand Bohemian will provide a ‘Front Office away from home’ for visiting teams,” said Orlando City Founder and President Phil Rawlins. “We are very proud to kick off this partnership with such a fine property. They make a wonderful addition to our rapidly growing family of partners throughout Orlando.”
“The Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando is proud to be a part of Orlando City Soccer Club’s inaugural season,” said Mr. Richard C. Kessler, chairman and CEO of The Kessler Collection. “This is an exciting time in Orlando’s sports history and we’re thrilled to continue our commitment in supporting the local community while also being the official hotel of choice for visiting teams."
About The Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando:
Celebrated as an experience in art and music, the AAA Four Diamond Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando takes center stage as downtown Orlando's luxury boutique hotel and event venue. Voted in the "Top 20 Hotels in Florida" by Condé Nast Traveler, Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando with its rare art, jazz brunch at The Boheme, Poseidon Spa and Grand Bohemian Gallery, is located moments away from downtown's cultural and sporting venues. This special hotel fosters experiences that celebrate creativity and inspire the soul. For more information or to make a reservation at Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, please visit grandbohemianhotel.com or call 407.313.9000 or toll-free 888.213.9110.
