Gregory Day

GENERAL MANAGER AT THE MALIBU BEACH INN

If you could use only 3 words to describe Malibu Beach Inn, what would they be?

It’s really just two:  Barefoot Luxury

What is something that makes Malibu Beach Inn unique?

Our size and proximity to the water.  There are lots of boutique hotels, so ‘size’ may seem a pedestrian comment, but when you add the guest-to-staff ratio we provide, the intimacy and personal attention to detail are, we believe, second to none.  We are also unique in our proximity to the ocean.  No hotel in all of southern California is directly on the water like we are.  Many of course have beautiful ocean views and some are even ‘on the beach’.  However to be directly on the water (so close that the direct stairway access to the beach can be 30% covered during high tide), is a competitive advantage we (and of course our guests) enjoy.  Also, every room has an ocean view, which, let’s face it, is why you want to stay at a hotel at the beach.

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Which Bellino product is your favorite?

The bed linens are what do it for me.  The weight is perfect.

How do you unwind after a long day?

It depends on the day!  Usually it is with my family with a nice bottle of wine, and or my favorite cocktail (a Negroni).

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Where is your favorite place to spend time at Malibu Beach Inn?

On the oceanfront terrace with a glass of Rumors Rosé watching the waves crash In whilst our guests relax on the sun loungers.  To see the Whales and Dolphins playing in the distance; It’s transformative.

What is the first thing you do when you wake up?

Lately I hit the snooze button (truthfully more than once).  But once I get up and moving, I will do my morning workout with Peloton.

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What is currently inspiring you within the travel and hospitality industry?

During the pandemic, it has been the camaraderie between hoteliers and travel advisors, and to a degree even the guests.  Let’s face it, nothing is as it was; we have all had to adapt; to help each other.

How did you discover and ultimately join the hospitality industry?

A total accident.  I was at a New Year’s day house party; There was alcohol involved, and the next thing I knew, Monday, I was in a hotel manager’s office talking about becoming the assistant manager in the hotel’s coffee shop.  That was over 30 years ago.  I suppose overall it has worked out well; which is good because I have no other skill set at this point.

With so much change this year, what advice would you give to someone just starting out in the hospitality industry?

It’s a wonderful industry; A wonderful community.  It is hard work, but if you enjoy people, and in particular pleasing people; Creating memories, you will never really work a day in your career.

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