Los Angeles – March 29, 2023 – The Sunset Strip’s iconic luxury boutique hotel, Mondrian Los Angeles, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Hubbard as the new General Manager. In his role, Carl will oversee the leadership team behind the positioning of Mondrian Los Angeles as a cultural connector through the hotel’s thoughtful partnerships, elevated programming and meaningful guest experiences. He will also set the mark for the Mondrian Los Angeles’ exceptional quality of guest relations. Carl brings over 20 years of experience in the lifestyle and luxury boutique hotel sector, and is a welcomed addition to the legendary West Hollywood property.

Since opening its doors in 1996, Mondrian Los Angeles continues to be an international travel destination and local oasis nestled in the heart of West Hollywood’s iconic Sunset Strip. Originally designed by the award-winning Philippe Starck, Mondrian Los Angeles unveiled its highly-anticipated $19-million hotel redesign in 2019, bringing a refreshing new energy to the property. The hotel is also home to Skybar, the nightlife mainstay and famed hotel pool known for its breathtaking views of the city.

Prior to this role, Carl served as General Manager of the Wayfarer in Downtown Los Angeles. He began his career with Andre Balazs Properties, where he served in a number of roles, including Hotel Manager at Chateau Marmont, and General Manager of Sunset Beach. His experience in the hospitality landscape went on to include Paligroup management, where he led the Los Angeles portfolio as Corporate Director of Operations; The Standard Hollywood, where he served as General Manager and Petit Ermitage, as Regional Director.

“From the beginning of my career on Sunset, I have known Mondrian to be a pillar of hospitality and entertainment, with its finger on the pulse of West Hollywood. I am excited to join the team of this iconic gem, and to shepherd this unique property forward into a new chapter,” says Hubbard.

Born in North Carolina, Carl grew up in Chapel Hill and attended the University of North Carolina with a degree in Latin American Studies. He later went on to obtain an MBA at Loyola Marymount. During his free time, Carl can be found outdoors with his family, hiking, running and biking. He’s passionate about traveling, exploring new places, and creating unforgettable experiences for his hotel guests.

Mondrian Los Angeles is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, and a joint venture with Accor, which holds a majority shareholding.