Rosewood Amsterdam has appointed Thomas Harlander as the managing director and director of project services for the property, which is slated to open in late 2023. Marking the brand’s debut in the Netherlands, the marquee opening is a continuation of Rosewood’s expansion across Europe.
Harlander takes on this new role with an intimate knowledge of the Rosewood brand, having previously held the title of managing director of Rosewood Bangkok where he oversaw all aspects of the hotel that debuted in 2019. In this dual role at Rosewood Amsterdam, Harlander will take on the responsibilities of director of project services, closely collaborating with the design and project services team during the construction and pre-opening phase of the hotel. This will come in addition to his duties as managing director, where he will play an integral part in the success of the property’s opening, positioning and ongoing operations.
A seasoned luxury hospitality veteran, Harlander brings over 25 years of experience to Rosewood Amsterdam. Prior to his time at Rosewood Bangkok, Thomas’s career extended throughout the Park Hyatt brand where he held hotel general manager and senior F&B management roles across properties located in London, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, Buenos Aires, Tokyo and Seoul.
Opening late 2023, Rosewood Amsterdam will be the brand’s inaugural property in the Netherlands and a welcome addition to Rosewood’s European portfolio. The hotel will be housed in the former Palace of Justice overlooking the Prinsengracht (the Prince’s Canal). The hotel will have 134 guestrooms and suites, three restaurants and bars, an art-filled lobby lounge, a well-being facility complete with a fitness center and indoor swimming pool, besides multiple event and meeting spaces, including a 3,000-square-foot ballroom.
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