Announcements

Marriott signs Agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company to bring Le Méridien to Zanzibar

Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) announced a signed agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company that will introduce Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts to the shores of Zanzibar in 2025. To support the growing demand for premium hospitality accommodations in Tanzania, Le Méridien Zanzibar Resort will feature 75 guestrooms as well as the brand's glamourous, signature programming and experiences that will help guests discover the culture, coordinates and cuisine of the destination.

Atzaró Group announce May 2024 opening of Atzaró Okavango Camp in Botswana

Atzaró Okavango Camp, opening May 2024 is a uniquely premium safari lodge in an unrivalled location at the heart of the Delta's meandering waterways in Botswana. Atzaró Group's latest expansion into Africa enjoys its own vast private concession allowing for complete isolation and an unforgettable experience, whilst the luxurious accommodation, facilities, and service provide a safari experience like no other.

Park Hyatt Marrakech Officially Opens its Doors

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech, marking the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Morocco and growing the brand's presence in Africa, joining Park Hyatt Zanzibar and the forthcoming Park Hyatt Johannesburg, slated for 2025. Uniquely located about 9 miles (15 kilometers) from Marrakech's historic Medina district, the 19-acre (7.5-hectare) resort is situated in an exquisite, off-the-beaten path location at the base of the Atlas Mountains. Surrounded by palm trees, olive trees and jacaranda trees, Park Hyatt Marrakech sits adjacent to the magnificent Al Maaden Golf resort, exclusively offering guests convenient access to the 18-hole course.

Radisson announces its first safari hotel in South Africa

Radisson Hotel Group (https://www.RadissonHotels.com) is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, its first Safari hotel in Africa and 11th hotel in South Africa. Tucked between two renowned nature reserves, Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon, the hotel is located 2km outside of Hoedspruit in the heart of the grasslands in the Limpopo province and just 20 minutes from Eastgate Airport.

andBeyond Phinda Forest Lodge Reopening

Conservation-focused luxury travel company &Beyond has reopened one of its most iconic lodges, Phinda Forest Lodge, situated in &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, after an extensive and exciting rebuild. The property, which was lauded as one of the first true eco-lodges at the time of its original construction, has now been reimagined within the context of the contemporary luxury safari, while retaining subtle references to its original 'Zulu-zen' décor with a new elegant and minimalist interior design.

Valor Hospitality Partners Opens First Hotel in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Valor Hospitality Partners, an industry-leading, global hospitality management company, continues to expand their global portfolio with the opening of Hilton Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This hotel is Valor Hospitality Partners' first property in West Africa and coincides with the decade anniversary of the fully integrated management and operations solution organization's transformation of the African hospitality landscape.Over the past ten years, Valor has gained widespread acceptance across Africa, working with esteemed hotel brands such as IHG and Hilton.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts marking its debut in Morocco

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, today announced the highly anticipated opening of The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay, marking the debut of the St. Regis brand in Morocco. Developed by Eagle Hills, a private investment and real estate development company based in Abu Dhabi, and designed by the internationally established design firm Smallwood, the resort offers a sanctuary to indulge in Tamuda Bay, on the Mediterranean coast.

Rotana announces debut in Senegal

Rotana announced today its entry into Senegal with Les Zeniths Arjaan by Rotana. The 150-key property in Dakar will be launched under the Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana brand and is expected to be completed by 2026.