Electra America Shifts Two D.C. AKA Hotels to Marriott, Hilton
Hotel AKA Alexandria and Hotel AKA Washington Circle join Autograph Collection and Tapestry Collection under Concord Hospitality management.
The short answer
Electra America Hospitality Group is moving two Washington, D.C.-area AKA hotels to Marriott's Autograph Collection and Hilton's Tapestry Collection in June 2026. Concord Hospitality will take over day-to-day operations while AKA remains a co-general partner.
The short version
- Hotel AKA Alexandria transitions to Marriott's Autograph Collection on June 17, 2026.
- Hotel AKA Washington Circle becomes a Hilton Tapestry Collection hotel on June 23, 2026.
- Concord Hospitality assumes property management while AKA retains a co-general partner stake.
Electra America Hospitality Group is transitioning two Washington, D.C.-area hotels from its AKA brand to Marriott International and Hilton soft brands in June 2026. Hotel AKA Alexandria joins Marriott's Autograph Collection on June 17, while Hotel AKA Washington Circle enters Hilton's Tapestry Collection on June 23, with Concord Hospitality taking over day-to-day operations for both assets.
Which brands are taking over the properties?
Hotel AKA Alexandria will convert to Marriott's Autograph Collection, and Hotel AKA Washington Circle will join Hilton's Tapestry Collection, according to reporting by Boutique Hotel News [2]. As Hotels Magazine reported, the transition transfers operational responsibilities away from AKA to third-party manager Concord Hospitality [1]. AKA retains an equity stake and remains involved as a co-general partner of the assets alongside Electra America [1].
What is the transition timeline for each hotel?
The conversions take place across two consecutive weeks in mid-June 2026. The 180-room Alexandria property flags under Autograph Collection first on June 17, 2026 [[1], [2]]. Hotel AKA Washington Circle follows on June 23, 2026, when it switches to Hilton's Tapestry Collection [[1], [2]].
| Property | Room Count | Opening Year | New Brand | Transition Date | Design Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel AKA Alexandria | 180 | 2023 | Autograph Collection (Marriott) | June 17, 2026 | Piero Lissoni |
| Hotel AKA Washington Circle | Not disclosed | 2024 | Tapestry Collection (Hilton) | June 23, 2026 | Gensler |
What architectural and design investments preceded the reflagging?
Both properties underwent comprehensive redevelopments under the joint venture Electra America Hospitality Group before reflagging. Hotel AKA Alexandria, which opened in 2023, marked the first U.S. hotel project designed by Italian architect Piero Lissoni [[1], [2]]. The project won Interior Design Magazine's 2023 "Best of the Year" Award for "Best Domestic Hotel Transformation," Hotels Magazine noted [1]. Hotel AKA Washington Circle, which opened in 2024, was converted from a student housing property in Foggy Bottom by architecture and design firm Gensler, adding restructured public spaces, revised guest rooms, and updated food and beverage concepts [[1], [2]].
Who operates and owns the assets going forward?
Concord Hospitality will assume day-to-day management of both hotels [1]. Russ Urban, principal and CEO at Electra America Hospitality Group, stated that the ownership approach focused on long-term positioning and elevating both properties into competitive assets [1]. AKA remains involved as co-general partner in the ownership vehicle [[1], [2]].
How does this shift affect AKA's regional footprint?
The departure from these two locations leaves AKA anchored in the D.C. core via AKA White House [1]. According to AKA CEO Larry Korman, the company is focusing future growth on luxury long-stay accommodations in gateway markets, specifically targeting opportunities in South Florida [[1], [2]].
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This article was written from the following reporting. Follow the links for the original coverage.
- [1]Two D.C. AKA Hotels Rebrand Under Marriott and Hilton— Hotels Magazine
- [2]Two AKA Hotels Transition to Marriott and Hilton Brands— Boutique Hotel News
Frequently asked
+When do the two D.C. AKA hotels switch to their new brands?
Hotel AKA Alexandria joins Marriott's Autograph Collection on June 17, 2026, while Hotel AKA Washington Circle converts to Hilton's Tapestry Collection on June 23, 2026.
+Who will manage the properties after the transition?
Concord Hospitality assumes day-to-day property management for both hotels, taking over operations from AKA.
+Does AKA maintain an ownership interest in the hotels?
Yes. AKA remains involved as a co-general partner of both assets alongside its joint venture partner Electra America.
+What design honors did Hotel AKA Alexandria receive?
Designed by Piero Lissoni as his first U.S. hotel project, the property earned Interior Design Magazine's 2023 'Best of the Year' Award for 'Best Domestic Hotel Transformation.'
+What was Hotel AKA Washington Circle before its redevelopment?
The Foggy Bottom property was a student housing facility before architecture firm Gensler transformed it into a hotel that opened in 2024.
+What is AKA's growth strategy following the brand changes?
AKA plans to maintain its presence in Washington, D.C. via AKA White House while expanding luxury long-stay properties in gateway markets such as South Florida.
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