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Idaho Native Jussi Santa Named General Manager of New Hotel Renegade

The 122-key boutique hotel will open Spring 2024


Jussi Santa, general manager, Hotel Renegade

BOISE, ID (May 24, 2023)—Geronimo Hospitality Group has named Jussi Santa the general manager of Hotel Renegade, the 122-key boutique hotel coming to downtown Boise in Spring 2024.


Santa is an Idaho native who brings more than two decades of hospitality experience and an extensive knowledge of hotel operations to this one-of-a-kind boutique hotel property located in the heart of Boise. As the hotel’s general manager, his responsibilities will include recruiting and onboarding staff, managing employees and guests, and ensuring the hotel’s profitability. He will oversee hotel operations and guarantee guest satisfaction from check-in to check-out.


Prior to joining the Hotel Renegade team, Santa served as the director of operations for the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Spa & Golf Club in Carlsbad, California. He’s also gained valuable experience in senior leadership roles at Pendry San Diego, Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, and Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, along with extensive experience in Maui, Park City, St. Kitts and San Diego.



“I am thrilled to be returning to my Idaho roots to lead this boutique property that will offer Boise locals and visitors a hospitality experience unlike anywhere else,” said Jussi Santa. “I look forward to a successful grand opening for Hotel Renegade, a development that is truly paving a new path in Boise and look forward to collaborating with the Boise businesses and community.”


“Hotel Renegade is going to change the face of hospitality in Boise, and we are confident Jussi’s experience and determination will be imperative to a successful launch,” adds Erin McDonald, vice president of lodging for Geronimo Hospitality Group.

“Hotel Renegade is going to change the face of hospitality in Boise, and we are confident Jussi’s experience and determination will be imperative to a successful launch,” adds Erin McDonald, vice president of lodging for Geronimo Hospitality Group. “Jussi’s knowledge and love for this area will help us connect to the community and make Hotel Renegade a gathering place for locals and visitors alike.”



The eight-story Hotel Renegade is slated to open in 2024 on 11th and Grove Streets in downtown Boise, offering guests a refined and personalized level of service, awakening an adventurous spirit. It will include an in-house restaurant, coffee house, rooftop bar and a 2,700 square foot event space with a 1,100 square foot outdoor patio.


For more information on Hotel Renegade, visit hotelrenegade.com and to learn more about Geronimo Hospitality Group, visit geronimohospitalitygroup.com.


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ABOUT HOTEL RENEGADE

The 122-key Hotel Renegade will awaken your inner rebel, indulge your adventurous spirit and satisfy your urge to explore. We’re paving a new path in Boise. Experience a boutique hotel stay unlike any other- where rough meets refined and details matter. For more information, visit www.hotelrenegade.com.

MEDIA CONTACT

Shannon Kelly, PR Specialist, shannon.kelly@geronimohospitalitygroup.com.

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