{"id":280463,"date":"2026-04-22T16:19:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T16:19:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/280463\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T16:19:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T16:19:11","slug":"the-maya-to-relaunch-in-2026-after-10-5m-transformation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/280463\/","title":{"rendered":"The Maya to relaunch in 2026 after $10.5m transformation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-Maya-room-430x241.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                                    The new rooms will incorporate updated bathroom facilities such as walk-in showers and upgraded mirrors. Credit: Hotel Maya \/ PR Newswire.<\/p>\n<p class=\"drop-cap\">The Maya, a waterfront hotel in Long Beach, California, US, is set for relaunch later this year following a $10.5m renovation.<\/p>\n<p>The refurbishment introduces newly designed guest rooms and suites, revised public areas, and a new approach to the hotel\u2019s signature lounge and bar, Fuego.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hotelmanagement-network.com\/wp-content\/themes\/goodlife-wp-B2B\/assets\/img\/globaldata_marketing_solutions_logo.svg\" alt=\"\"\/> Discover B2B Marketing That Performs <\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCombine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globaldatamarketingsolutions.com\/\" class=\"gms-find-out-more\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFind out more <\/a><\/p>\n<p>The bar will feature a revised dining concept and a more coastal lounge environment, with plans that include changes to its entrance for better access.<\/p>\n<p>Public spaces have been adapted to create a streamlined flow throughout the property while the renovated lobby will include extended retail space and additional communal seating.<\/p>\n<p>Guests will find 191 renovated rooms and suites, furnished and outfitted by Dyelot Interiors. They will incorporate updated bathroom facilities such as walk-in showers and upgraded mirrors.<\/p>\n<p>The renovation adds eight one-bedroom suites, resulting in a total of ten suites.<\/p>\n<p>This property will also implement new partnerships and social event programming intended for both visitors and local residents.<\/p>\n<p>The Maya general manager Greg Guthrie said: \u201cFrom refreshed guest rooms to a completely reimagined lobby and signature lounge, Fuego, this renovation will bring new energy to the property while preserving the warmth and character our guests have always loved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Maya owner Kam Babaoff said: \u201cThis next chapter represents more than just a design transformation; it\u2019s a continued investment in the growth of Long Beach\u2019s tourism landscape and a reaffirmation of our commitment to creating spaces that celebrate community, culture, and connection.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Opened in 1975 originally as the Queensbay Hilton, the property has seen multiple renovations, including a $20m update in 2009 and a $4m refurbishment in 2015.<\/p>\n<p>                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hotelmanagement-network.com\/wp-content\/themes\/goodlife-wp-B2B\/assets\/images\/newsletter-new.svg\" alt=\"Email newsletter icon\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\n                    Sign up for our daily news round-up!<br \/>\n                    Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights.\n                <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The new rooms will incorporate updated bathroom facilities such as walk-in showers and upgraded mirrors. 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