Renowned Hospitality Leader Yann Gillet Appointed Area General Manager of Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman
March 26, 2025 (Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands): IHG Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Yann Gillet as Area General Manager for Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman. A respected hospitality leader with over 25 years of global experience, Gillet is known for his strategic vision, guest-centric leadership, and ability to elevate luxury properties worldwide.
Gillet joins IHG Hotels & Resorts from One&Only Aesthesis on the Athens Riviera, where he played an integral role in shaping the resort’s ultra-luxury positioning. Prior to that, he led the iconic Hotel Martinez in Cannes, enhancing its Riviera-lifestyle allure and strengthening its reputation as a premier European destination. His distinguished career also includes leadership roles at Grand Hyatt São Paulo, Park Hyatt Chennai, Park Hyatt Johannesburg, and Hyatt Regency Casablanca, where he successfully implemented strategic growth initiatives, navigated complex market conditions, and introduced transformative guest experiences.
As he steps into his new role overseeing Grand Cayman’s most sought-after resorts, Gillet will lead operations at both Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa and Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman, ensuring each continues to push boundaries in luxury, lifestyle, and guest experiences.
Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, one of Grand Cayman’s few 10-star Forbes properties, continues to raise the bar in Caribbean luxury. In 2025 the resort earned the prestigious Forbes Five-Star designation for both the property and the SPA at Seafire for the second consecutive year. Seafire is widely celebrated for its exceptional service, beachfront setting, and innovative guest experiences, including its acclaimed Library by the Sea, a literary-inspired cocktail lounge. Recognized as No. 35 on North America’s 50 Best Bars list and recipient of the London Essence Best New Opening Award, Library by the Sea has redefined the hotel bar experience through inventive mixology and an intimate, storytelling-driven ambiance.
Meanwhile, Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman, which opened in 2024, brings a bold, design-forward perspective to Grand Cayman’s famed Seven Mile Beach. Designed by award-winning firm Farouki Farouki, the hotel’s interiors celebrate the island’s natural beauty, maritime heritage, and vibrant arts scene, featuring custom artwork and curated pieces from local Caymanian and Caribbean artists. Culinary excellence is also at the heart of Hotel Indigo, featuring a diverse lineup of distinctive dining experiences. Rasa, an immersive rotating exhibition kitchen, offers an ever-evolving global tasting experience, while Pom Pom, one of the island’s only rooftop lounges, pairs South American-inspired small plates and inventive cocktails with stunning sunset views.
“I’m truly honored to join Kimpton Seafire and Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman, two exceptional properties that redefine luxury and lifestyle hospitality,” said Gillet. “With their commitment to innovation and world-class service, I’m excited to work alongside their talented teams to continue enhancing the guest experience.”
A native of Bordeaux, France, Gillet holds a degree in Hospitality Management from the Paris Hotel School, a master’s in Hotel Administration from the Hotel Management School of Strasbourg, and an MBA-equivalent in Finance from Sorbonne University. An avid runner and triathlete, he enjoys outdoor adventures with his Beagle and is relocating to Grand Cayman with his wife, Lucile, as they embrace island life.
For more information on Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, visit seafireresortandspa.com. To learn more about Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman, visit grandcayman.hotelindigo.com.
A Forbes Five-Star beachfront retreat, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa delivers an unforgettable island escape on Grand Cayman’s world-famous Seven Mile Beach. Designed with open-air architecture, contemporary elegance, and a deep connection to the island’s natural beauty, Seafire offers 264 guest rooms and suites, including a penthouse Presidential Suite and six private beachfront and garden bungalows, all boasting panoramic ocean views. Guests can unwind at the Forbes Five-Star SPA at Seafire, lounge by oceanfront pools, and explore adventure-driven experiences, from paddleboarding and sailing to curated cultural programming. The resort is a culinary destination, home to distinct dining venues, including Ave, Avecita, and Coccoloba, as well as Library by the Sea—recognized as one of North America’s 50 Best Bars for its literary-inspired cocktails and immersive mixology. A LEED® Silver-certified resort, Seafire is committed to sustainability, with eco-conscious initiatives spanning solar energy, coral restoration, and a plastic-free guest experience. For more information, visit www.seafireresortandspa.com/ and follow us on Instagram www.instagram.com/seafireresort.
Opened in Spring 2024, Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman provides a retreat that pays homage to the island’s maritime history while bringing the neighborhood to life for travelers to the destination. Developed by Dart Real Estate, the 282-room property boasts a bohemian design influenced by local elements to provide a real sense of place. Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman’s art collection is a key focus of the property, highlighting works from a number of local artists and artisans. The resort features a multi-concept epicurean hub for dining, an outdoor deck with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, over 7,500 square feet of meeting and event space, as well as the island’s first rooftop restaurant and bar. Hotel Indigo offers convenient access to the best of the destination, including Seven Mile Beach, Stingray City, Camana Bay’s high-fashion boutiques, and the National Gallery’s Caymanian arts. For more information, visit https://grandcayman.hotelindigo.com and follow us on Instagram www.instagram.com/hotelindigograndcayman.
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