Bend’s iconic Hotel & Convention Center overlooking the picturesque Deschutes River will debut a new name when it reopens to the public following a comprehensive renovation. The destination, which is currently undergoing a complete ‘refresh’ to provide guests with a thoroughly refined and inspired experience, will reopen as Riverhouse on the Deschute’, paying homage to its fortuitously scenic setting.
Riverhouse on the Deschutes will also have new hospitality talent at its helm, with Todd Cooley appointed as new general manager.
The Riverhouse team began an extensive $10 million renovation of the property late in 2015, encompassing a full redesign of its rooms and suites and a complete remodeling of the hotel’s popular public spaces. This included the reconstruction of its on-site restaurant, which will open as Currents, a brilliantly reimagined dining destination. The refurbished ‘Riverhouse on the Deschutes’ will feature polished accommodations with authentic Northwester flair, refined amenities and picturesque river views, warmly welcoming guests to enjoy riverfront lodging and experience the sublime of the High Desert life.
To lead the Riverhouse into its next era as ‘Riverhouse on the Deschutes,’ Cooley will serve as general manager of the property when it reopens with its new face and name. Cooley hails most recently from Salishan Spa and Golf Resort located on Oregon’s Central Coast, and boasts over a decade of seasoned industry experience.
Cooley began his career with Hilton Hotels Corporation and was recognized as the Oregon Hotelier of the Year in 2002 before moving on the work at to Oregon destinations including corporate responsibilities with Red Lion Hotels. With a wealth of industry expertise, and a keen understanding of Oregon’s bountiful landscape and appeal, Cooley is equipped to lead ‘Riverhouse on the Deschutes’ to ongoing success in its new iteration.
An addition to its new name and physical renovations, the Riverhouse will debut new branding, a new logo, and a new website to complete its full brand refresh in coming months.
The Riverhouse Hotel & Convention Center is currently undergoing renovations, reopening as Riverhouse on the Deschutes early in 2016. Established in 1974, the 220-room full-service hotel and 36,000-square-foot convention center located in Bend, Oregon overlooks the picturesque Deschutes River. Ideally situated a convenient distance to Bend’s numerous retail districts and breweries, the property is just a short drive from the famed Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort.
When it opens, Riverhouse on the Deschutes will be Oregon’s premier riverfront hotel, melding Northwester style with a fresh, contemporary sensibility. The eco-friendly boutique hotel will also be home to its own original restaurant, Currents, offering innovative Pacific Northwest cuisine. Riverhouse on the Deschutes’ full service convention center will offer extensive meeting facilities with state-of-the-art audiovisual technologies. Its multi-functional convention center is the largest to be found in Central Oregon, accommodating over 1,000 guests for seated meals and more than 1,700 for receptions. For reservations and information, visit www.riverhouse.com or call (866) 453-4480.
