Bob Riggs, a Partner of Olympus Real Estate Partners said, "We selected Dolce International because they have a proven track record at another property they operate for us in Hartford, CT and because they have a strong presence in Texas. We believe The Warwick has excellent potential as a conference destination in the Houston market and Dolce International is the management company that knows how to build this business while sustaining the tradition of this historic hotel." Dolce is already firmly established in the Texas market in Austin and the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

Andy Dolce, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dolce International added, " The Warwick Hotel has been recognized as an icon in the Houston community for over 75 years, and we have been eager to add a Houston destination to our growing portfolio. Our company was founded in Houston in 1981 when several of our company's senior executives and I lived and worked there. It's an emotional event to return to Houston and to this distinctive and time-honored property." 

In May 2002, a dramatic $23 million renovation project restored The Warwick to its original grandeur from the elegant lobby filled with fine artwork and traditional furniture to the 308 custom-furnished guest rooms and suites. The ballroom and meeting rooms were also refurbished along with new finishes, improved lighting, furnishings and state-of-the-art equipment. 

Dolce International plans further enhancements that would bring The Warwick up to the standards of the International Association of Conference Centers. These include renovations of the 11th and 12th floor to convert existing space to accommodate group conference business and conference dining. 

The Terrace Room, which currently serves as a bar and restaurant, will be expanded and renovated to accommodate up to 160 seats for the hotel's main dining outlet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Adds Dolce, "Our plan is to strengthen the group conference business while maintaining the strong transient and social market that has helped establish the Warwick as a premier destination in the Houston area." 

The Warwick features 308 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites that reflect the hotel's Old-World charm combined with modern conveniences. The 27,225 square feet of flexible function space provides the setting for meetings with seating up to 550 including the 6,750 square foot La Fontaine Ballroom. A fitness center overlooks the palm-shaded outdoor pool deck on the hotel's second floor providing a relaxing resort setting.

Dolce International represents a growing portfolio of conference destinations, resorts, and private/corporate centers in the United States, Europe and Canada.