WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK – Sonesta White Plains Downtown, an upscale hotel in the heart of historic White Plains, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Rechtermann as General Manager. In this position, he will oversee operations at the recently renovated 403-room hotel, while continuing to elevate the guest experience and strengthen the hotel’s position as a premier destination in Westchester County.
Rechtermann brings more than 30 years of hospitality leadership experience, primarily in the luxury hotel segment, with an extensive background in hotel operations and management. Most recently, he served as General Manager of The Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth, now returning to his home market of New York to lead Sonesta White Plains Downtown. Previously, he served for six years as General Manager of Conrad New York, the flagship property for the Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand in Manhattan, where he led the hotel from its successful opening.
Prior to Conrad New York, Rechtermann served as General Manager of The Peninsula New York, overseeing a multi-million dollar renovation and leading the hotel and spa to their first Forbes Five-Star ratings. He joined Peninsula Hotels as Resident Manager of The Peninsula Chicago before being promoted to Resident Manager of The Peninsula New York. Earlier in his career, Rechtermann held leadership positions with The Ritz-Carlton Boston, Hilton Short Hills, the Regency Hotel in New York City, Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, and Long Beach Hilton.
“We are thrilled to welcome Robert to the team,” said Gul Turkmenoglu, Regional Vice President of Operations – East, at Sonesta International Hotels. “His exceptional leadership and deep expertise in luxury hospitality make him the ideal person to build on the hotel’s recent transformation and further establish the hotel as a top destination for both business and leisure travelers.”
Positioned in the center of historic White Plains, New York, only seven miles from Westchester County Airport, Sonesta White Plains Downtown is ideally situated steps from iconic cultural landmarks, enticing shops – including Bloomingdale’s and a wide variety of premium retail stores at The Westchester Mall – and vibrant nightlife. New York City is a 30-minute train ride away, allowing guests to conveniently explore both the beauty of the Hudson River Valley and the Big Apple.
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About Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises
Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises understands that travel presents an opportunity for inspiring experiences and for guests to reconnect with themselves and what matters most, which is why it designed the entire experience to draw guests’ focus inward. Its inspiring yet uncluttered modern decor sets the mind free and lets them truly appreciate those around them. Its considered details enhance the way guests rest, recharge, and reconnect. Guests are invited to embrace the endless possibilities that open simply from being somewhere else.
About Sonesta International Hotels
Sonesta is the 8th-largest hotel company in the U.S., according to Smith Travel Research (STR), with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in 11 countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select; Sonesta Essential Hotels, Sonesta ES Suites Hotels, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. Join now at
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