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Then & Now: 53 Years of The Westgate Hotel

When The Westgate Hotel first opened 53 years ago, it commanded the attention of foreign dignitaries, Hollywood celebrities, and big-name politicians. Its modern, towering exterior and its delicate, finely-detailed interior was a combination that attracted visitors from all over the world. More than five decades later, The Westgate has grown and changed in many ways.  But, we’re proud to say, the most important things are the things which have always stayed the same. 

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Faces of the Westgate: Silvia Karstens

When Silvia Karstens began working as a Room Attendant at The Westgate Hotel in May of 1981, it’s safe to say that things were a little different. She remembers, for example, the way her team used to communicate with the front desk staff using a series of colored buttons...

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5 Reasons to Plan Your Summer Escape to the Westgate

For everything you need to start planning your first summer escape, keep reading for five major reasons to start your summer off right at The Westgate.  

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Stay Sustainably: The Westgate’s Green Initiatives

At The Westgate, we pride ourselves on the attention and care we put into everything we do. This same level of consideration is given to the many ways we practice being mindful of our impact on the earth, and the daily actions taken to support sustainability–from the food served in our restaurants to the way we power AquaVie. In honor of Earth Month this April, we are excited to highlight a few of these commitments, and the ways they improve our ability to serve our guests and our larger community.

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