Fairmont Century Plaza has appointed Hiren Prabhakar as its new general manager.
Prabhakar’s career spans over 30 years of experience at global brands and destinations. He began with early roles at Oberoi Hotels & Resorts in Mumbai and as part of the launch team for the renowned Burj Al Arab in Dubai, followed by serving as director of food and beverage at the Polish Business Round Table Club in Warsaw. Building on this foundation, he led general manager roles for the openings of Ibb Andersia Hotel in Poland and Barvikha Hotel & Spa in Moscow. He then served as resort manager during the launch of Mövenpick Beach Resort in Saudi Arabia.
“I am honored to join Fairmont Century Plaza, a property that represents both a rich legacy and a vibrant presence in Los Angeles,” said Prabhakar. “I look forward to collaborating with this talented team to build on its established excellence and continue delivering world-class experiences that resonate with guests locally and internationally.”
Prabhakar’s leadership journey continued with roles at InterContinental Lusaka, The St. Regis Moscow and Toronto Marriott Markham. Most recently, he served as area general manager for the St. Regis Hotel Toronto & W Hotel Toronto.
Prabhakar’s appointment at Fairmont Century Plaza comes at a pivotal moment for the property, which underwent a $2.5 billion transformation in 2021 and now features 63 luxury residences, Lumière Brasserie, a 14,000-square-foot spa and more than 24,000 square feet of event space.
“Hiren is not only a seasoned operator with extraordinary global experience, he is a thoughtful leader who understands how to blend innovation with heritage,” said Peter Humig, vice president, operations, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, The Americas. “As Fairmont Century Plaza continues to define the future of luxury hospitality in Los Angeles, Hiren’s vision and passion for advancement make him the perfect steward for this next chapter. I’m confident he will leave a meaningful mark on this iconic property and the community it serves.”
