Bringing over 30 Years of global hospitality leadership to the iconic Los Angeles property, Fairmont Century Plaza has announced the appointment of Hiren Prabhakar as General Manager…
A highly respected leader with over 30 years of luxury hospitality experience across five continents, Prabhakar will lead the continued evolution of the 400-room Fairmont Century Plaza, a landmark destination in Los Angeles known for its blend of historic significance and modern luxury.
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“I am honoured 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 distinguished career spans globally renowned brands and prestigious destinations. He began with early roles at Oberoi Hotels & Resorts in Mumbai and as part of the launch team for the iconic 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 successfully 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, which earned the Best Specialized Resort award at the Saudi Excellence in Tourism Awards in 2011.
Prabhakar’s leadership journey continued with roles at InterContinental Lusaka, The St. Regis Moscow, and Toronto Marriott Markham. His tenure at The St. Regis Moscow was marked by the hotel earning the prestigious title of Hotel of the Year — Marriott Luxury Brands Europe in 2016. In Toronto, he was named general manager of the year in 2019 and helped the hotel’s signature restaurant, LOUIX LOUIS, secure the Best Restaurant & Bar for Marriott Luxury Brands U.S. and Canada portfolio, while the hotel and spa received back-to-back Forbes five-star awards in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Throughout his career, Prabhakar has been at the helm of multiple high-profile hotel openings, demonstrating a consistent ability to deliver operational excellence and industry recognition across some of the world’s most celebrated luxury properties.
Beyond operations, Prabhakar is known for fostering award-winning food and beverage programs, elevating guest satisfaction, and building dynamic, service-driven teams. His 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 elegant 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.”
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