Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel, an architectural gem on Ringstrasse, has announced the appointment of luxury hotelier Jurgen Ammerstorfer as General Manager, effective 7th January 2025. In his new role, Ammerstorfer will oversee the completion of the property’s extensive renovations, which will introduce a full suite of Anantara experiences, with a focus on elevating the restaurant and bar offerings and introducing Anantara Spa.
The Austrian native, joins Anantara Palais Hansen from The Ritz Carlton, Vienna, where he served as General Manager from 2020 to 2024.
With over 30 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, Ammerstorfer boasts an accomplished track record of destination marketing and hotel management across various disciplines, including food and beverage, rooms, sales and marketing, and revenue management.
Over the years, he has worked for leading international luxury hospitality companies in Europe, the US, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, in both resort settings and urban environments. His experience with Leading Hotels of the World, IHG, Park Plaza, Preferred Hotels, Hilton, Celebrity Cruises, Shangri-La and Marriott Luxury Brands, including managing The London Edition, has developed his core strengths as an entrepreneur and leader.
“I am thrilled to be joining the team at Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel as Vienna prepares to welcome a record number of visitors for the 200th birthday celebrations of Johann Strauss II,” said Jurgen Ammerstorfer. “Taking the helm of this gem on Ringstrasse at a time when the beloved landmark is being infused with Anantara’s signature spirit of modern luxury is a priceless opportunity.”
I am delighted that Jurgen has stepped into this new role, joining Minor Hotels’ growing leadership team in Europe. With his deep knowledge and experience in Vienna and internationally, I know he will deliver great value for our colleagues, owners and guests, and successfully drive Anantara’s purpose forward on the continentGiles Selves, Senior Vice President of Luxury Hotels, Minor Hotels Europe & Americas.
Ammerstorfer is a graduate of the “Modul” Hotel Management School in Vienna and holds an MBA from Robert Kennedy College in Zurich, Switzerland.
For more information about Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna, please visit https://www.anantara.com/en/palais-hansen-vienna.
A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara has connected guests to genuine places, people and stories in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations since 2001. Each Anantara embraces the surroundings and culture of its destination to create unforgettable memories for every guest. From city to sea and desert to jungle, Anantara delivers heartfelt, Thai-inspired hospitality at its over 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean.
Anantara is part of global hospitality group Minor Hotels and a member of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme.
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About Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels is a global hospitality group operating over 560 hotels, resorts and residences in 58 countries, pursuing its vision of crafting a more passionate and interconnected world. As a hotel owner, operator and investor, Minor Hotels fulfils the needs and desires of today’s global travellers through its diverse portfolio of eight hotel brands – Anantara, Avani, Elewana Collection, NH, NH Collection, nhow, Oaks and Tivoli – and a collection of related businesses. Minor Hotels is rapidly accelerating its global growth ambitions, aiming to add more than 280 hotels by the end of 2027.
Minor Hotels is a proud member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands, and participates in the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme.
For more information, please visit minorhotels.com and connect with Minor Hotels on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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