San Marcos Resort

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The resort has undergone numerous changes since 1913. Bungalows were built west of the original building. A surrounding park was added featuring sunken gardens, walks, a pool and playfield. Another sixteen bungalows were added in 1924 along with the dining room, office wing, and enlarged lobby. All additions were carefully designed to blend with the original architecture. In the 30's, additional bungalows were added along with a small dining room and a writing room on the second floor. In 1943, John Quarty became manager of the resort. E.W. Edwards of Cincinnati became the new owner two years later. Edwards was one of the largest private art collectors in the country and would exhibit his collections there. Quarty became sole owner of the resort in 1961. In 1954, the 43rd season of the resort, the most extensive improvements took place. All baths were tiled and equipped with tubs and showers. The lobby, dining room and cocktail lounge also were remodeled and the guest rooms extended to accommodate 300. Wrought-iron grillwork replaced pergolas to give the resort a more modern Spanish appearance. In 1986, the restoration of the Original building and the construction of the 250 new guest rooms began. The property re-opened in 1987 as the San Marcos Resort. The San Marcos Resort was transformed into the Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort in 2006. With complete renovations including the Crowne Plaza Sleep Advantage Program and all new furnishings, the Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort...

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