The 157-room Shorebreak Hotel, located in the heart of Huntington Beach, has been an important part of the Surf City community. We sat down with recently appointed Director of Sales Enrique Paulo to catch up on the latest at Shorebreak.
The Shorebreak Hotel was developed to be part of the community in Huntington Beach. How would you describe the hotel’s vibe?
As part of Joie de Vivre hotels, it is important that our hotels fit into their local community. When guests come through our doors we want them to think “I have arrived in Surf City USA.” From the artwork to the photos in the public spaces, we want the locals that come by to feel that this is “their” hotel. Locals artists contributed the hotel’s art, from shadow boxes on our rooms to framed works in the Zimzala restaurant. There are five words that we use with our staff to get them to understand the hotel mantra and what we want our guests to feel: Sporty, Connected, Edge, Relaxed and Free- Spirited. It ties together all the aspects of the hotel that we feel guests will walk away with once they experience the hotel.
You host numerous action sports industry meetings and events here every year. What are some of the reasons the Shorebreak works so well as a venue for these brands?
We understand the culture of the action sports industry; we provide them a relaxed atmosphere that speaks to this industry in a way no others can. The hotel fits their brand and when you are in an environment that speaks to your product, I think there is a comfort level there. They can have productive retreats and 1/1 connections with their peers all in a location close the the coast. There is an urban feel to our hotel as well. Having easy access to not just the beach, but to their corporate offices in the surrounding cities of Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine and Foothill Ranch helps Shorebreak Hotel top the list as a prime meeting location.
What types of amenities set Shorebreak Hotel apart from other hotels in the area?
Proximity to the beach; iconic surfing location at the Huntington Pier where US Open of Surfing is held each year; surf lockers located in our lower lobby; boutique hotel where they can feel like a big fish in a small pond. (Cheesy I know!)
Property amenities include outdoor terrace areas at Zimzala that overlook the ocean and Pier; interior Deck with firepits, daily Wine Hour for our guests Monday – Thursday, and our location, within walking distance to Main Street shops and restaurants.
How can our readers find out more about Shorebreak’s events and specials?
Go to our website or Facebook page or follow us on Twitter or on Instagram @shorebreakhotel. Our restaurant Zimzala is always having great events like the Z lounge on Friday nights, 50% off locals Sundays and wine pairing dinners. The quickest way to get info is to get on our email list as you you can be notified about great packages and special sales on stays here at Shorebreak.
