RIU Opens its First Hotel in Western Africa, in Senegal
This year, the RIU chain has set out on a new and exciting adventure into the heart of Africa with the opening of a new 5-star hotel — the Riu Baobab — in Senegal.
Announcements
Marriott International Signs Agreement With Baraka Lodges LTD. To Open First Luxury Safari Lodge in Africa
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge signals growth in the continent as the global hospitality leader enters the luxury safari segment.
Pestana CR7 Marrakech welcomes its first guests in a soft opening
Anticipating the return of tourism to Morocco, with the recent reopening of the country to tourists, the Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels brand arrives in Marrakech. After Madrid and New York, the hotel partnership between Dionísio Pestana and Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates an international 'hat trick' with the soft opening of its new hotel in the "ochre city", the Pestana CR7 Marrakech. Reservations are now available online at Pestana CR7 Marrakech.
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank Celebrates Official Opening
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank celebrates its opening today, marking the expansion of the Hyatt House brand's global footprint in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank is the third Hyatt hotel opened in collaboration with an affiliate of Millat Investments.
Radisson Hotel Group debuts in Madagascar with the opening of three hotels
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its entry into Madagascar with the opening of three hotels : Radisson Blu Hotel, Antananarivo Waterfront, Radisson Hotel Antananarivo Waterfront and Radisson Serviced Apartments Antananarivo City Center.
Introducing La Maison Palmier, Our First Member Hotel in West Africa
Works by local artists, over 200 palm tree varieties, and bespoke furnishings set a sophisticated tropical scene at La Maison Palmier, our first member hotel in Central and West Africa. Opening in April 2022, the property is a leafy oasis, woven into the residential enclave of Les Deux Plateaux, where both locals and travelers alight.
Africa’s first voco hotel is open in South Africa’s trendy district, Rosebank Johannesburg
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has opened voco The Bank Johannesburg Rosebank - the first voco property in Africa. As one of IHG's newest hotel brands, voco combines the reassurance of a global brand with the informality and charm of an individual hotel.
Hilton Announces Signing of Hilton N’Djamena Toumaï Palace
New hotel expected to begin welcoming guests in 2022.
2022’s Hottest New Opening: The Residence Douz
Set to open in Q3 2022, The Residence Douz marks the debut of Cenizaro Hotels and Resorts first desert resort. The brand's second opening in Tunisia, this safari-inspired retreat will serve as a gateway to the Sahara, surrounded by glistening golden sand and swaying palms. Upon arrival guests will be welcomed by glowing lanterns, paving the way through the all-suite oasis, which comprises of 50 desert-inspired villas set in 40 hectares of rolling dunes. Experience an otherworldly escape where the desert's resounding silence is an elixir for the soul and guests may dream peacefully under a sky full of stars.
Accor Signs First Mantis In Masai Mara, Kenya
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 400 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey is expanding its footprint in Eastern Africa with the opening of the first Mantis property in Kenya. The Mantis Masai Mara Eco-Lodge is set to become a highlight property for the brand and the group, offering direct access to the Mara-Serengeti game reserve: the ideal location for unique safari experiences.
Radisson Hotel Group Debuts its Third Brand in Morocco with the Signing of Lincoln Casablanca, a Radisson Collection Hotel
Scheduled to open early 2025, the hotel is situated in the heart of Mohammed V Avenue in the historical city center.
Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton Celebrates Official Opening
Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton celebrated its opening, marking the debut of the Hyatt House brand in Africa, while expanding the brand's footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. Owned by an affiliate of Millat Properties, Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton is conveniently located in the leafy suburb of Sandton, only moments away from Johannesburg's upmarket Sandton City Shopping Centre & Nelson Mandela Square, and its vibrant, premium dining and social scene. The property provides guests the service and convenience of hotel living with the casual comforts of home.
Uganda's Iconic Resort Announces Reopening After Extensive Renovation as Lemala Wildwaters Lodge
Lemala Authentic Camps and Lodges is pleased to announce the reopening of Uganda's premier private island resort as Lemala Wildwaters Lodge after an extensive refurbishment in May 2021. Nestled on Kalangala Island in a rainforest reserve on 16 protected acres, Lemala Wildwaters Lodge is an adventure seeker's paradise. Accessible only by boat and helicopter, the nine suites and one family suite offer private views of the Nile River and the dense riverine forest that naturally covers the island with the main lodge located on a solid rock peninsula. Located close to the adventure hub of Jinja and 1.5 hours from Kampala, Lemala Wildwaters Lodge is the perfect extension to a gorilla trekking safari.
Great Plains Announces Opening of Tembo Plains Camp, Zimbabwe
Great Plains is thrilled to have welcomed their first guests at the brand new Tembo Plains Camp, which is ideal for couples, families, multi-generational travellers, and those looking for an exclusive personal safari experience. "Tembo", meaning elephant, pays tribute to some of the many magnificent animals frequently seen around Tembo Plains Camp, which is ideally located in one of Africa's finest wildlife destinations today, on the private 128,000-hectare Sapi Reserve. Boasting four spacious guest suites, an exquisite two-bedroom suite and a private guide tent with interiors designed by Great Plains co-founder Beverly Joubert, Tembo Plains Camp can host up to twelve guests and is a proud member of Relais & Châteaux - the only camp in the whole of Zimbabwe given this honour. This Réserve Collection safari camp is designed, and strategically situated, to offer guests endless safari possibilities. Activities at Tembo Plains Camp include wildlife-viewing drives, guided walking safaris, canoeing, fishing and boating on the Zambezi River. With birdlife in abundance, endless bird watching opportunities are at hand. Children (aged six +) have incredible options of activities to choose from as part of the Tembo Plains Young Explorers Program, including bush walks around camp, learning conservation and survival skills from guides, bracelet making with Zimbabwean Ndebele beads, movie nights in the bush, stargazing, learning how to cook Zimbabwe-style in the interactive kitchen and more!
Accor expands luxury footprint in Sub-Saharan Africa with Fairmont in Djibouti
Accor (group.Accor.com), a world-leading augmented hospitality group with over 400 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey, is adding a new flagship property to its portfolio in Africa with Fairmont Djibouti. Set to open in 2024, the hotel will feature 155 rooms and 10 serviced apartments, with five food and beverage outlets combined with 1,398 sqm of Meetings & Events facilities.
The First Citadines Connect Property Will Open in the MEAT Region in 2023
Ascott is also partnering with one of Morocco's most well-established real estate conglomerates, Chrifi Alaoui Immobilier SARL to launch Citadines Connect Belvedere Casablanca. The property, slated to open in 2023, will mark the first iconic 'Citadines Connect' brand in the MEAT region.
Ascott Bolsters its African Footprint with Citadines Racine Casablanca
Ascott will introduce its expertise in operating serviced residences to Morocco, entering into a management agreement with Life Square, one of the leading real estate developers in North Africa, to launch its first property in the country: Citadines Racine Casablanca in Q2 of 2022.
Radisson Hotel Group announces its 16th hotel in South Africa with the signing of Radisson Hotel Middelburg
Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotelGroup.com) is proud to announce the signing of Radisson Hotel Middelburg as part of the Group's ambitious expansion plan in South Africa. Set to open at the end of 2023, the hotel boosts the Group's South African portfolio to 16 hotels in operation and under development. It also places the Group firmly on track to reach its ambition of 150 hotels in operation and under development across Africa within the next five years.
The Homestead To Open Early 2022
The Homestead is set to launch in early 2022 on the Nambiti Private Game Reserve in South Africa. Situated two and a half hours, by car, from Durban and three and a half hours, by car, from Johannesburg, Nambiti is regarded as one of South Africa's most ambitious conservation initiatives and one of the few reserves where the majesty of the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino) can be experienced. The Homestead is the personal vision of Wayne Scholes, Chief Executive Officer of Really Epic Dog Group (RED), who purchased the land in 2019 after falling in love with the beauty of the historic site.
Natural Selection Revamps And Opens Little Sable, The Little Sister To Sable Alley
Natural Selection is excited to welcome guests back to the recently revamped Little Sable, in the heart of the game-rich Khwai Private Reserve. Previously known as Jackal & Hide - the revamp has elevated the levels of service and upgraded the interiors while maintaining the same intimate safari experience.