Hotels & Resorts · Food & Beverage · Experiences

Inspiring excellence.
Empowering growth.

We develop, manage and elevate Hotels & Resorts, restaurants and guest experiences, aligning design with brand identity and operations with profit.

Over thirty years of developing, opening and operating some of the most iconic Hotels & Resorts, restaurants and events in hospitality. One guiding question: why not?

Services

What we do

A complete approach to elevating businesses and experiences across hospitality and travel.

01

Development

Concepts for Hotels & Resorts and food and beverage, shaped around your brand and vision, built for market relevance and clear differentiation.

02

Management

Strategic oversight of product, performance and profitability, with the financial and operational discipline that sustains long term success.

03

Insights

Market research and analytics that inform decisions, sharpen operations and drive growth.

04

Learning

Culture, organizational structure, service standards and quality checks that make excellence consistent, shift after shift.

05

Events

Immersive collaborations across culinary, art, entertainment and design that add depth and memory to every offering.

Approach

When people, product and profit move together, everyone wins.

People

The heart of every venture. We invest in talent so every guest interaction reflects the highest standard.

Product

Distinctive offerings that resonate with guests and set a property apart in a crowded market.

Profit

The natural outcome of aligning employees, guests and owners. Sustainable growth for every stakeholder.

Patrick Davila, Principal

Principal

Patrick Davila

With over thirty years of diverse experience in the hospitality industry, he is a driving force of expertise and innovation. He has played a pivotal role in both launching and managing some of the most iconic properties and experiences in the hospitality landscape. His deep understanding of the industry equips him to navigate challenges while identifying and seizing opportunities for growth. At the core of Patrick’s success is his unwavering belief in the power of relationships. He knows that true hospitality is built on strong connections with guests, partners, and owners, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration. Patrick emphasizes teamwork, believing that collective creativity and shared goals lead to remarkable achievements.

At Elements Hospitality, he champions a culture that encourages creativity and open mindedness. His guiding principle, “Why not?” inspires his team to think beyond traditional boundaries, pushing them to explore innovative solutions that elevate guest experiences and enhance operational efficiency. This philosophy creates a dynamic environment where fresh ideas thrive, leading to the realization of unique experiences and vibrant atmospheres.

Central to Patrick’s approach is the balanced integration of human capital, product excellence, and profit maximization. He recognizes that the heart of any successful hospitality venture lies in its people. By investing in talent and nurturing a motivated workforce, he ensures that every guest interaction reflects the highest standards of service. Simultaneously, his focus on product excellence allows him to craft unique offerings that resonate with guests and differentiate Elements Hospitality in a competitive market.

Maximizing profits is a natural outcome of this balanced approach. By aligning the interests of employees, guests, and owners, Patrick drives sustainable growth that benefits all stakeholders involved. His strategic vision and hands on leadership empower the Elements Hospitality team to deliver exceptional results, creating a lasting impact on the properties we develop and manage.

Patrick also serves as Managing Partner of Reserve Collection Resorts & Hotels. The two are a perfect marriage: Elements brings concept, culture and the guest experience, while Reserve Collection brings an ultra luxury management platform built around each owner’s vision. Together, they carry a property from first idea to enduring performance.

In an ever evolving industry, Patrick Davila remains at the forefront, steering Elements Hospitality with integrity, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With his expertise and collaborative spirit leading the way, we are well equipped to navigate the complexities of hospitality and create extraordinary experiences for all.

Managing Partner

Reserve Collection
Resorts & Hotels

Patrick serves as Managing Partner of Reserve Collection Resorts & Hotels, an ultra luxury hotel management platform that pairs institutional discipline with a deep respect for each owner’s vision and each property’s character. Fewer properties, closer attention.

Visit reservecollectionrh.com

Selected Work

A career across the hospitality landscape.

HOTELS & RESORTS

Santa Barbara

El Encanto

Sun Valley

The Observatory

Houston

The Alden Sam Houston Hotel

Napa Valley

Meadowood Napa Valley

Aspen

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection

FOOD & BEVERAGE

New York City

Restaurant Daniel · Café Boulud · Café Lalo · Coup · Riviera Café

San Francisco

Postrio · Ozumo

Los Angeles

Patina · The Hollywood Bowl · Café Pinot · Zucca · Kendall’s Brasserie · Pinot Grill

Napa Valley

The Restaurant at Meadowood · Pico Modern Taqueria · Runaway Monk

Houston

The Sam · Restaurant 17

Aspen

RH Aspen · Prospect · Bad Harriet · The Living Room · Felix Roasting Co

WINERIES

Napa Valley

The Napa Valley Reserve · Promontory · 1915 Estate

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

National

Napa Confidential · Estate Events · Black on Black

Los Angeles

Emmy Awards Governors Ball · Academy Awards Governors Ball · Universal Studios · Meals on Wheels

Napa Valley

Napa Valley Film Festival · Krug Croquet Tournament · Auction Napa Valley · BottleRock’s Platinum Lounge · Wine Writers Symposium · The Twelve Days of Christmas

Aspen

Raizado Festival · Food & Wine Classic · Aspen Croquet Cup · JAS Aspen · Aspen Pastry Festival · Epicurean Passport

Let’s talk about what’s next.

Whether you are opening, repositioning or refining, we would welcome the conversation.

patrick@elementshospitalityfirm.com