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Morgan Hill Today
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Morgan Hill Unveils Ambitious New Mohi Hotel Food Empire
The 76-room boutique hotel will feature a Charlie Palmer-led culinary program with multiple dining concepts, a rooftop pool, and event spaces.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:18am
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The Mohi hotel's ambitious culinary and wine-focused programming aims to transform Morgan Hill into a must-visit destination for food and travel enthusiasts.Morgan Hill TodayDowntown Morgan Hill is set to welcome a new 76-room boutique hotel called The Mohi by Appellation, featuring a culinary program led by renowned chef Charlie Palmer. The hotel will include a flagship Charlie Palmer restaurant, a steakhouse, a dim sum concept, an all-day café, and poolside dining, all designed to position Morgan Hill as a premier food and wine destination in the region.
Why it matters
The Mohi hotel is part of a broader effort to elevate Morgan Hill's profile as a culinary and wine tourism hub, building on the success of the annual MOHI Food & Wine Festival and the opening of new tasting rooms. The hotel's diverse food and beverage offerings, as well as its event spaces, are expected to drive increased weekend visitation and larger events, helping to cement Morgan Hill's status as a gateway to the surrounding wine country.
The details
The Mohi by Appellation will feature 76 rooms and multiple dining venues, including a flagship Charlie Palmer restaurant, a steakhouse, a dim sum concept, and an all-day café. The property will also include a rooftop pool with a bar, a spa, and maker spaces. Developers have emphasized the hotel's role in showcasing the local wine and agricultural resources, with on-site gardens and partnerships with nearby producers. The hotel's public spaces are designed to host events, markets, and culinary programming to engage both guests and the local community.
- The Mohi by Appellation is expected to open in early 2026, with an exact opening date to be announced once construction and permitting milestones are complete.
- The MOHI Food & Wine Festival, an annual event that has helped raise the city's culinary profile, will continue to be held in Morgan Hill.
The players
The Mohi by Appellation
A new 76-room boutique hotel development in downtown Morgan Hill, featuring a culinary program led by renowned chef Charlie Palmer.
Charlie Palmer
A celebrated American chef who is serving as the culinary lead for The Mohi by Appellation, overseeing the hotel's flagship restaurant and other dining concepts.
Frank Léal
A local vintner who has teamed up with Appellation, the hotel brand co-founded by Charlie Palmer and Christopher Hunsberger, to provide wine and farm resources for The Mohi.
Appellation
The chef-first hotel brand co-founded by Charlie Palmer and Christopher Hunsberger, which is positioning The Mohi as one of its marquee urban resort properties.
Teresa Chen
The appointed general manager of The Mohi by Appellation hotel.
What’s next
The Mohi by Appellation is expected to announce formal opening and reservation dates once key construction and permitting milestones are completed, which is currently targeted for early 2026.
The takeaway
The Mohi hotel represents a significant investment in Morgan Hill's culinary and wine tourism ambitions, leveraging the star power of chef Charlie Palmer and the resources of local vintners and producers to position the city as a must-visit destination for food and wine travelers in the region.
