Nobu Hotel and Restaurant opening in Marbella
Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa and Nobu Hospitality are today unveiling exciting plans to launch the Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Marbella at the five-star resort's exceptional location in southern Spain.
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Hilton Garden Inn Signs at Genr8’s Smithfield, Stoke-on-Trent
The ongoing regeneration of Stoke-on-Trent city centre has been given a major boost following news that Hilton (NYSE:HLT) is to open Hilton Garden Inn Stoke-on-Trent. The 140-guestroom hotel will be located in the Smithfield development in Hanley, following a franchise agreement between Hilton and Smithfield developer and hotel owner Genr8.
W Marbella to Debut on Spain’s Sizzling South Coast
W Hotels Worldwide, now part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced the signing of W Marbella and The Residences at W Marbella. Scheduled to open in 2021 and developed in partnership with Sunrise Inversiones 2015 S.L (an affiliate of Platinum Estates Limited), W Marbella will be located on the pristine golden sands of Playa Real de Zaragoza, just a short drive from the energetic nightlife scene of downtown Marbella.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts Makes Its Debut In ‘Venice of the North’
SAINT PETERSBURG, Russia and MCLEAN, Va. -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hilton Saint Petersburg ExpoForum, marking the debut of Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the northwest region of the Russian Federation. The new-build hotel is part of the ExpoForum Complex, which attracts more than 400 events per year including conferences, corporate functions, shows and sporting events. The opening of Hilton Saint Petersburg ExpoForum strengthens Hilton's offering in the city, as it joins sister hotel, Hampton by Hilton Saint Petersburg ExpoForum.
Accor to open first ‘ibis Styles’ hotel on Crete in Greece
AccorHotels has announced its expansion in Greece by signing an agreement with the company Polis H.M. S.A, for the first ibis Styles hotel in Heraklion Crete.
Grupo Hotusa opens its second hotel in Sicily: The Eurostars Monte Tauro 4*
Eurostars Hotel Company, the hotel division of Grupo Hotusa, has added the Eurostars Monte Tauro 4* to its portfolio (previously called Hotel Monte Tauro) in the beautiful Sicilian city of Taormina. This is the second hotel opened by the company on the Mediterranean island and the eleventh opened in Italy, which also includes establishments in Rome, Naples, Palermo, Venice and Lucca.
Morpheus London unveils Six Senses Residences Courchevel
Morpheus London, the leading design house behind some of the world's most exceptional properties, unveils the interiors of 21 apartments at Six Senses Residences Courchevel. This follows the successful completion of a show penthouse last year, as well as a number of private commissions at the development since its launch.
JO&JOE opens its first Open House in Hossegor in partnership with Quiksilver and Roxy
Unveiled in September 2016, AccorHotels' new brand took everyone by surprise by preparing to open its first address in Hossegor on May 29. Paris and Bordeaux will follow in 2018. For this first Open House, JO&JOE teamed up with Quiksilver and Roxy, the iconic surfwear brands. The aim is to propose a new and authentic experience, a place where tripsters* and townsters** get together and chill out.
Optimism Amongst Hotel Investment Community at 20th Anniversary Global Gathering
Amidst a backdrop of European and international political and economic uncertainty, delegates gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) from 6-8thMarch at the Hotel InterContinental Berlin, Germany.
NH Hotel Group Signs with Groß & Partner to Develop New NH Collection Hotel in Frankfurt, Germany
NH Hotel Group has signed a new four-star NH Collection hotel in Frankfurt; opening its second establishment of the company's upscale brand in the city and the seventh in Germany. NH Collection Frankfurt Messe will be part of the 120-meter high skyscraper, located on the corner of Mainzer Landstrasse and Güterplatz and planned by Frankfurt-based project developer Groß & Partner. The hotel is set to open in early 2021 and will offer 416 rooms and just under 22,000 square feet of space reserved for meetings and events.
Europe’s second NYX Hotel opens in Prague
Now that the first European NYX Hotel has opened in the modern Italian metropolis of Milan in mid-February, there is now a second, the NYX Prague that is receiving guests. This Lifestyle Hotel from the House of Leonardo impresses with its unrefined appearance. Located in the middle of the pulsing centre of the city, the building wins you over with a contemporary art concept that was developed in collaboration with local artists. Guests have a total of 91 rooms to choose from — from the "Little Star Room" to the big 80 square metres "Godde's Suite" with private terrace and awesome view over Prague.
Countdown to the opening of Meliá Palma Bay and Palau de Congressos Palma
Meliá Hotels International has set the date for the opening of the new Palau de Congressos de Palma (Convention Centre) and its adjoining hotel, the Meliá Palma Bay. On Saturday, 1 April, the company will open the doors on what its Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Gabriel Escarrer, expects to be the best Convention Centre in the Mediterranean, with the potential to earn Palma a place among the top 50 destinations for international congresses and conventions.
Prague’s Former Parkhotel to Re-Emerge as the Mama Shelter Prague Following Conversion
Mama Shelter, a leading design-oriented lifestyle chain of boutique hotels, today announced its market entry into the Czech Republic with plans to open Mama Shelter Prague. The ten floor and 238-room property is a strategic conversion from the former Parkhotel and is expected to open in Q4 2017.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts to open hotel in view of the Eiffel Tower
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) (www.Hilton.com) has announced that its flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand will add a second property in central Paris, Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower. The plans were unveiled at MIPIM today in conjunction with owner Compagnie de Phalsbourg with whom Hilton has signed a management agreement to operate the 118 guest room property. The renowned French visionary designer Philippe Starck will be in charge of the Interior Design of the property.Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, Hilton said: "Since marking the return of our core brand to central Paris in 2015, expanding its presence in the city has been high on our agenda. As the leading name in global hospitality, this brand demands standout locations and ambitious partners willing to work with us to create dynamic hospitality experiences that will add to Paris' global appeal. This hotel and our partnership with Compagnie de Phalsbourg is a statement of this intent as we continue our focus on galvanising our growth in France."Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower will be located in the 7th arrondissement, renowned as the district of choice for Parisian and the home to France's National Assembly, a range of museums, the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower itself. The site on Avenue de Saxe, sits next to Place de Breteuil and leads towards the Champ de Mars.Philippe Journo, President of Compagnie de Phalsbourg said: "This is a site we acquired in 2014 with the intention of turning it from commercial space to an upscale hotel. Our decision to partner with a world class international operator such as Hilton stems from our intention to maximise the international tourism potential offered by such an enviable location and potential we see in working alongside them at other sites we are developing in well know destinations such as the Riviera."Construction is due to begin shortly on adaptation of two adjacent buildings from the 1900s and 1970s. Additional features to be found within the property include a fitness centre, executive lounge. Philippe Starck will be in charge of the Interior Design of the property to bring French elegance and flair into the historical building while Atelier Cos, who specialise in luxury and upscale hotels, develops the architectural concept for the property.Andreas Lackner, regional head, full service brand management, Hilton added: "Paris remains one of the most enviable cities in the world for any traveller. Our existing Hilton Paris Opera is one of the brand's most popular properties amongst our global network of loyal customers and we cannot wait to begin welcoming guests to this new property within such proximity to so many Parisian landmarks."Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower will be located at 55 Avenue de Saxe, 7eme arrondissement, Paris, France. For more information about Hilton Hotels & Resorts, visit www.Hilton.com. To view more news and access images, visit http://News.Hilton.com.
Hotel Viu Milan opens in Porta Volta
Taking center stage in Milan's hip Porta Volta neighborhood with its stunning glass façade framed with lush vertical gardens, Hotel Viu Milan is rewriting the rule book on how to make an entrance in Italy's capital of cool. Opening March 2017, the 124-room Design Hotels™ member is surrounded by an exquisite cross section of Milanese culture: from centuries-old historical monuments to grand shopping boulevards and cool drinking dens. And yet it is set to become the area's hottest landmark thanks to its impeccable Milanese design, in-house Michelin-starred chef, and spectacular rooftop pool—primed to play host to the city's chicest cocktail hours.
Hilton to unveil first details of burgeoning French pipeline at MIPIM 2017
Ahead of this year's MIPIM conference in Cannes, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) (http://HiltonWorldwide.com) has announced new projects in France, following a franchise agreement with NAOS to introduce three hotels under three distinct brands. Following an active year of development in 2016, Hilton now has a total pipeline of nine projects across France, which are expected add more than 1,000 rooms to its portfolio in coming years. The confirmation of these three properties being developed with NAOS are expected to be the first of several announcements in coming months and are indicative of a multi-layered growth strategy across mid- market, upscale and collection brands that extends from the capital city of Paris out to key regional locations.Together Hilton and NAOS will launch Hilton's midscale Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton brands in France, at locations in Bordeaux and Clichy respectively. Central Paris will see a second hotel join Curio – A Collection by Hilton, a collection of upper upscale hotels, each with its own unique character and identity.Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, Hilton said: "Growing our portfolio in France is a strategic focus for Hilton. With a dedicated French development team based in Paris and Nice we are focused on extending our portfolio beyond the flagship Hilton brand, we're bringing new brands to Paris and key regional cities. This agreement signals our commitment to work with key partners such as NAOS who can identify further opportunities for expansion."The three hotels will each be managed by NAOS, which already operates a portfolio of several properties across France. NAOS's expertise lies within focused service projects and in carrying out creative adaptations of existing buildings to boutique hotels.Pascal Lemarchand, CEO, NAOS said: "We are pleased to be able to confirm these three projects ahead of MIPIM. In Hilton we feel we have a strategic partner whose wide ranging portfolio enables us to fit the best brands to the sites and projects we specialise in developing. It is particularly exciting for us that we are launching two brands in France both of which have global footprints of thousands of properties, which underlines the potential for further growth."Niepce Paris, Curio Collection by HiltonA €23.5m project will convert a row of 19th century three storey townhouses in Paris' 14th arrondissement into the city's second hotel in the Curio Collection. The site, 300m from Montparnasse station, will consist of a 52 guestroom hotel and a destination restaurant, both with separate entrances. Further facilities will include a hotel lounge bar, fitness room and a breakfast dining area. It is located on Rue Niepce, named after Joseph Nicephore Niepce, a French inventor born in 1765 who was a pioneer in the field of photography and widely credited with creating the world's first photograph. The hotel's décor will consist of an homage to Niepce featuring photographic references and a colour palate reminiscent of his pioneering 'heliography' process. Construction of the project began towards the end of last year with the property expected to welcomeits first guests this year.4 Rue Niepce, 14eme arrondissement, Paris.Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre GareThis 164 guestroom hotel will become France's first under the Hilton Garden Inn brand and the first Hilton property in the historic city of Bordeaux. It will be located within the first of a series of futuristic high-rise buildings within the city's new 'Creation Neighbourhood' and near to its centrepiece, the architecturally impressive MECA (House of Creative Economy & Culture of Aquitaine) building. The site is just 200m from Bordeaux's principal rail station, Gare St Jean, which will soon connect travellers to Paris by high-speed rail in two hours. The property will be developed by Eiffage Immobilier, one of France's largest real estate developers.La Halle Debat-Ponsan, Quai de Paludate, 33800 Bordeaux, France.Hampton by Hilton Paris ClichyAlso becoming the first hotel for the Hampton by Hilton brand in the country, the hotel will join more than 2,000 mid-market hotels across the world. It will form part of a multimillion euro mixed use tower block development on the border between the Parisian suburb of Clichy and the city's 17th arrondissement. Consisting of 156 guestrooms, the property will sit opposite Porte Pouchet, a centre of urban regeneration, which city authorities aim to become an economic driver in continuing to attract commercial enterprises to the district. The hotel will be developed by the renowned and leading French developer, Nexity.Rue Auboin, 92110 Clichy.
IHG and VHM Hotel Management announce signing of Holiday Inn® Warsaw West Station
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has today announced the signing of Holiday Inn® Warsaw West Station at the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF). The hotel will be developed with franchisees VHM Hotel Management, owned by the Satoria Group SA, and investors Capital Park. The hotel, which will add to Holiday Inn®'s growing presence in Poland, will also be IHG and VHM's first venture together. There are currently eight IHG hotels in Poland, and IHG recently announced another successful year of growth within Europe, having signed 60 hotels in 2016. The Holiday Inn brand family is IHG's engine for growth across Europe and there are currently 291 Holiday Inn hotels in the market and another 35 in the pipeline. Situated next to Warsaw West Station, one of the biggest commuter stations in Poland, and located within a busy business district, the 217 room, new-build hotel will feature the hallmarks of the Holiday Inn® brand transformation. This will include an Open Lobby, in which guests can enjoy dwell-time in a merged restaurant, bar and lounge area with round-the-clock dining and zoned areas for entertainment. The hotel will also feature revitalised Holiday Inn guest rooms, which have been transformed by smarter use of space into central living areas in which guests can work, rest and socialise. New features include a sofa-bed in each room, perfect for families with children, and an enclosed wardrobe. In addition, the hotel will feature a sizable meeting and events space.
Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay Opens
The Balearic Island's most exciting new luxury five-star resort, Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay, a member of the globally recognised Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH), is set to open on 30th June 2017. Located on the shores of Talamanca Bay, the sophisticated yet fun loving beach retreat will be like nowhere else in Ibiza.
Novum Hotel Group Announces Launch Of „niu“ Brand
niu, the brand for modern hotel guests, will be completing the NOVUM Hotel Group brand portfolio soon. niu is situated in the mid-scale segment and meets individual demands for comfort and trip purposes. Through the
IHG signs eight new Holiday Inn® & Holiday Inn Express® hotels to the Holiday Inn Brand Family in Germany
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has today announced the signing of eight new hotels within the Holiday Inn® brand family in Germany.
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