Autumn Griffith Named General Manager of Royal Park Hotel Rochester Michigan

Royal Park Hotel in Rochester, Michigan has appointed Autumn Griffith as General Manager, placing her in charge of overall hotel operations as the boutique property strengthens its leadership team. Griffith brings over 15 years of hospitality experience, most recently serving as General Manager of the Daxton Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Appointment and Role Overview

In her new position, Griffith will oversee all operational functions at Royal Park Hotel, including guest experience delivery, financial performance, and team management. Her appointment comes as the property continues to refine its positioning within the boutique hospitality segment following a recent renovation.

Her responsibilities include aligning operational strategy with business objectives, maintaining service standards, and ensuring consistency across departments. She will also focus on building a strong team culture while supporting the hotel’s commercial and operational goals.

Operational Focus and Responsibilities

Griffith’s role centres on enhancing the guest experience while driving profitability and operational efficiency. She is tasked with leading departmental coordination, overseeing day-to-day operations, and implementing structured processes to support performance outcomes.

Additionally, she will work on strengthening employee engagement and fostering a collaborative work environment. Her leadership approach is expected to prioritise accountability, team development, and consistent service delivery in line with boutique hotel standards.

The appointment reflects the hotel’s focus on reinforcing its operational framework while maintaining a guest-centric approach across all service areas.

Professional Background and Industry Experience

Griffith joins Royal Park Hotel with a background rooted in boutique and lifestyle hospitality. She most recently led the Daxton Hotel in Birmingham, Michigan, where she served as General Manager for more than four and a half years. During her tenure, she managed all departments, led financial planning and forecasting, and oversaw the property’s transition into the Curio Collection by Hilton brand.

Her earlier experience includes serving as Regional General Manager at Common Thread Hotels, where she directed operations for two boutique properties in Palm Springs, California—Sparrows Lodge and Holiday House. In that role, she was responsible for overseeing operational performance and maintaining brand standards across both locations.

Griffith has also held leadership roles with Soho House in West Hollywood and Chicago, where she managed private membership clubs and worked on strategies to drive revenue growth and enhance member engagement.

Leadership Style and Experience

Throughout her career, Griffith has developed a reputation for a collaborative and structured leadership style. Her experience includes managing diverse teams, improving operational efficiency, and supporting business growth through strategic planning.

Her background in both boutique hotels and membership-based hospitality environments has contributed to her expertise in guest engagement, operational management, and performance optimisation.

Property Context and Current Position

Royal Park Hotel, located in downtown Rochester, Michigan, recently completed a garden-inspired renovation aimed at enhancing its positioning as a boutique destination in the Midwest. The property overlooks Paint Creek and operates within a market driven by leisure and regional travel demand.

Griffith has assumed her new role and will lead the hotel’s operations during this phase, focusing on maintaining service consistency and supporting the property’s operational and commercial objectives.