Hotel Forty Five Press

Hotel Forty Five Appoints Joseph “Joe” Pankrath as General Manager

Former Marriott executive chef and hospitality leader steps into top role at downtown Macon’s Tribute Portfolio hotel MACON, Ga. (March 9, 2026) – Hotel Forty Five has named Joseph “Joe” Pankrath as General Manager of the 94-room boutique hotel in downtown Macon. A hospitality veteran whose career began in the kitchen and evolved through leadership […]

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Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails Debuts Soulful New Menu at Hotel Forty Five

Southern heritage, French technique, and local flavor define the restaurant’s next chapter MACON, Ga. (Feb 4, 2026) – Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails, the signature restaurant at Hotel Forty Five, has unveiled a new menu that honors Southern roots while embracing refined, globally influenced technique. Led by Executive Sous Chef McAuthor Johnson, the refreshed offerings […]

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Three Georgia Cities, Three Distinct Valentine’s Day Dining Experiences

WHO: Reverence and The Office Bar at Epicurean Atlanta (Midtown Atlanta); Prologue Dining & Drinks at Trilith Guesthouse (Fayetteville); Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails at Hotel Forty Five (Downtown Macon). WHAT: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with elevated dining experiences at three culinary-driven hotels across Georgia, each offering a distinct prix fixe menu and atmosphere. From Midtown […]

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Christmas & New Year’s Eve at Hotel Forty Five

Two chef-crafted holiday menus at Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails WHO: Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails, the signature restaurant at downtown Macon’s Hotel Forty Five. WHAT: Hotel Forty Five is offering holiday travelers and local diners two standout reasons to celebrate with festive prix fixe menus at Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails. Both Christmas Day […]

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2025 Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday Offers

Explore Historic Downtown Macon and Stay in History, Georgia A member of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, the boutique 94-room Hotel Forty Five is offering savings of up to 25% off advance purchase for visits from Nov. 25, 2025, through Sept. 30, 2026. Promo Code: FOO.  Perfectly situated at the iconic 45-degree angle where Cherry and First […]

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Where to Stay This Summer: 6 Stylish Southern Boutique Hotels for Culinary Curiosity and Creative Escapes

TAMPA, Fla. (May 14, 2025) – This summer, Florida and Georgia residents can skip the airport hassle and rediscover the art of the staycation with Florida-based Mainsail Lodging & Development’s collection of one-of-a-kind hotels. Each destination delivers its own blend of local flavor, architectural charm, and curated experiences perfect for the road-tripping foodie, the creatively […]

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Bunches of Brunches this Easter Sunday in Atlanta, Fayetteville, and Macon

WHO: Reverence at Epicurean Atlanta in Midtown; Prologue Dining & Drinks at Trilith Guesthouse in Town at Trilith in Fayetteville; and Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails at Hotel Forty Five in historic downtown Macon.   WHAT: This Easter Sunday, three popular Georgia restaurants are offering decadent brunches, giving friends and families across the Peach State […]

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Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails Debuts New Menu in Downtown Macon

Loom, Hotel Forty Five’s signature restaurant in historic downtown Macon, has opened an exciting new chapter in its culinary journey with a refreshed menu crafted by James Beard Nominee Executive Chef, Jayson Reynolds. Along with the new menu, the restaurant has also rebranded as Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails, reinforcing its commitment to elevated Southern […]

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Feel the Rhythm: Live Music Takes Over Hotel Forty Five this February

Downtown Macon’s historic boutique Hotel Forty Five and its popular Hightales Rooftop Bar and signature restaurant, Loom Comfort Kitchen & Cocktails. Hotel Forty Five has set the stage for an exciting month of live performances, soulful melodies, and high-energy Latin beats. February’s lineup of music events at the downtown hot spot has something for everyone […]

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