SAN DIEGO, Calif. – August 26, 2026 – Hilton today announced the appointment of Sean Clancy as general manager of Hilton San Diego Bayfront, the landmark waterfront hotel. Bringing more than three decades of hospitality leadership experience, Clancy will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, guest experience, team member engagement and commercial performance at one of San Diego’s premier convention and leisure destinations.
Clancy joins Hilton San Diego Bayfront with a proven track record of leading large-scale resort and urban hotel operations, driving transformational growth and cultivating high-performing teams. Most recently, he served as vice president and general manager of a leading San Diego waterfront resort, where he oversaw the property’s successful repositioning following a $127 million renovation and helped elevate it as one of the city’s premier hospitality destinations.
“Sean is an accomplished hospitality executive whose leadership style, operational expertise and deep understanding of the San Diego market make him an outstanding fit for Hilton San Diego Bayfront,” said Harold Rapoza, area vice president, operations, Hilton. “His extensive experience leading complex resort operations, combined with his commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering strong team cultures, will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen the hotel’s position as one of Southern California’s leading hospitality destinations.”
Throughout his professional tenure, Clancy has held senior leadership roles across luxury hotels in Miami Beach, Philadelphia and most recently San Diego. Earlier in his career, Clancy spent eight years with Hilton, serving in prominent leadership positions at the Arizona Biltmore and Boca Raton Resort & Club, while both were branded Waldorf Astoria resorts.
“I am honored to join the exceptional team at Hilton San Diego Bayfront,” said Clancy. “This hotel is an iconic part of San Diego’s hospitality landscape and I look forward to building upon its strong foundation, creating memorable guest experiences and supporting our team members as we continue to welcome visitors, convention attendees and the local community.”
Clancy is also an active member of the San Diego community, having served on the boards of several local organizations, including the San Diego Working Waterfront, the San Diego County Lodging Association and the Coronado Schools Foundation.
Located along San Diego Bay and adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, Hilton San Diego Bayfront offers world-class accommodations, resort-style amenities and expansive meeting and event space, welcoming business and leisure travelers from around the globe.
For more information or to make reservations, please visit Hilton San Diego Bayfront or call +1 619-564-3333.
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