AC Hotel Pasadena Names Leadership Team Ahead of February Opening

The AC Hotel Pasadena, part of AC Hotels by Marriott lifestyle brand, has appointed Ben Spaulding as General Manager and Kristin Shelton as Sales and Marketing Director as it prepares for its February opening. The new-build property, developed by Welcome Group Inc., will add 194 rooms to the city’s hospitality offerings along the Rose Parade route in Pasadena’s Playhouse Village.

Spaulding brings more than a decade of industry experience to his role, including leadership positions at the AAA Five-Diamond Award-winning Fairmont Grand Del Mar and Fairmont Copley Plaza. His background includes significant operations and guest service expertise from his tenure at Loews Hotels & Co.

The hotel also welcomed Southern California native Kristin Shelton, who arrives with over 15 years of diverse hospitality experience. Her previous position as Associate Sales Director for DoubleTree by Hilton and Marriott San Diego Del Mar included managing the property’s grand reopening following renovation work. Shelton’s experience spans operations, catering, and group sales.

The new property will be situated on Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena’s Playhouse Village. Its location along the Rose Parade route positions it as a key addition to Pasadena’s hospitality landscape.

For more information about AC Hotel Pasadena, visit achotelpasadena.com.