Hilton Announces Four New Properties in France Including Brand Entry
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of four new hotels in Lyon, France, following franchise agreements with Arteloge.
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Strengthening Ties with Local Communities: Pullman Paris Montparnasse’s Dedication to Community Impact
Preserving local communities and fostering meaningful connections are central to the Group. By cultivating strong relationships with local stakeholders, integrating Heartists® and aligning our operations with the unique needs and challenges of each community, we promote more responsible travel practices. This approach encourages our guests to experience a deeper, more authentic connection to the destinations they visit. For our team members, these efforts create opportunities to contribute positively to their own communities, often in partnership with organizations attuned to local needs, giving greater meaning to their daily work.
Lylo To Launch European Expansion Of Pod Hotel Concept
LyLo, part of EVT, has kickstarted the global expansion of its innovative pod hotel concept and has chosen London as the potential location of its first European property.
UK Hotel investment: Three-fold annual rise in 2024 hotel investment, to £6.3 bn
UK Hotel investment rebounded strongly to £6.3bn in 2024 driven by a sharp uptick in portfolio deals, according to new data from leading global property advisor Knight Frank.
UN Tourism Strengthens Collaboration with Austria to Advance Sustainable Tourism
In Vienna, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili held high-level meetings, reaffirming Austria’s important role in advancing sustainable tourism, including through having six of its villages as members of UN Tourism´s Best Tourism Village Programme and the region of Tyrol as one of the latest members of the International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories (INSTO).
Radisson Collection builds on the success of its “Taste of Heritage” Gastronomy Series with the Bilbao edition
The third edition of the Taste of Heritage gastronomy series features a collaboration between Radisson Collection Hotel, Gran Vía Bilbao and local gastronomy content creator Alejandro Biel (@gastro_barna) to create a gastronomy video and guide to the city. Additionally, the brand has created a print culinary guide to the city of Bilbao and the surrounding Basque region curated in collaboration with three-Michelin starred Chef Eneko Atxa, who also heads up the signature restaurant Eneko Basque at the Radisson Collection Hotel, Gran Vía Bilbao.
Auberge Resorts Collection Welcomes The Woodward, Geneva’s Finest Hotel and Only Three-Michelin Key and Two-Michelin Star Dining Destination, Overlooking Lake Geneva
Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, has been selected by The Bastion Collection to manage The Woodward, Switzerland’s most celebrated luxury hotel and epicurean hotspot, ushering it into its exciting next chapter. Auberge will assume its new management role beginning February 1, 2025. Behind its iconic 1901 Belle Époque façade at Geneva’s most exclusive address, the Three Michelin Key, all-suite Swiss jewel reveals contemporary Pierre-Yves Rochon interiors, two floors of wellbeing centered around The Guerlain Spa, and 26 unique and expansive suites, almost all with panoramic lake and Alpine views. From sanctuary to social nexus, The Woodward also encompasses a constellation of exceptional dining venues, curated by The Bastion Collection, including Geneva’s only Two Michelin Star restaurant, L’Atelier Robuchon, Le Jardinier, and Bar 37.
Watch HVS' latest webinar on the impact of Regulation and Policy on the UK Hotel Sector
Our 22nd webinar, held on 10 December, explored the impact of the 2024 Budget on the hospitality sector, highlighting concerns about increased costs from rising NI contributions and thresholds, minimum wage increases and business rates, with one of our experts noting that these changes could lead to a 10% increase in payroll costs, necessitating a 5%-7% revenue growth to mitigate the impact.
PwC: UK Hotels Forecast 2024 - 2025
The outlook for UK hotel market demand in 2025 appears to suggest a generally positive picture. While the below average UK GDP growth of 1.6% in 2025 could dampen UK domestic business and leisure demand, UK interest rates are predicted to reduce resulting in a weakening pound. This could boost inbound tourism with the relative affordability of the UK for international travellers.
91% of hoteliers surveyed say budget will cause soaring costs
A new survey revealed that 91 per cent of hoteliers say costs have surged since the Autumn Budget, with six out of 10 reporting a hike of more than 20 per cent.
Accor (unpacked): Mercure Porto Centro Aliados, Where Culture and Communities Connect - Embracing the Legacy of Creating Locally Inspired Experiences
Mercure’s hotels are a gateway to the destination, inspiring guests to explore, connect and discover, while building a legacy of capturing and connecting to the essence of each destination, through meaningful experiences. The Accor (unpacked) video series returns to uncover more captivating stories from our hotels and brands through the voices of our teams.
Four Seasons Expands Portfolio in Greece with Luxury Resort and Private Residences at Hinitsa Bay in Porto Heli
Four Seasons, the world's leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company, in partnership with Hinitsa Bay Holdings, announces plans for the redevelopment of a beachside property at Hinitsa Bay, Porto Heli, Greece into a luxury resort and private residences.
Over Half of The Nation Feel Nostalgic For a 1980s Christmas - Relive The Magic With Booking.com in a Tinsel-Tastic London Home
Known for helping people experience the world, this December, Booking.com is offering the chance to travel back in time, as it opens the doors to the ultimate 1980s Christmas home, bookable for a one-off stay.
Atypio Hotels expands its management portfolio with 12 hotels through Covivio partnership
Paris-based Atypio Hotels announces the launch of its partnership with Covivio Hotels (a subsidiary of Covivio), which has entrusted it with the management of 12 of its establishments located in Île-de-France and Occitanie (France). These new hotels, ranging from 2 to 4 stars, allow Atypio Hotels to expand its portfolio to 38 properties.
Atypio Hotels and Covivio
Covivio and AccorInvest finalise consolidation deal ownership of the premises and businesses of their hotels for a total exchange value of almost €800M
Covivio has announced the completion of the process of consolidating the ownership of jointly owned hotel operating and property companies with AccorInvest. At the end of this operation, initiated at the end of 2023, Covivio holds full ownership of 43 hotels located in France, Belgium and Germany, and sells to AccorInvest 16 hotels in the same regions.
Teritoria: One Year After Its Name Change, The First Mission-driven Voluntary Chain Takes Stock (France)
During its annual convention held on Monday, November 25, Teritoria—the first mission-driven voluntary chain chaired by Alain Ducasse—presented a review of the commitments required of its 430 members one year ago.
Luxury Hotelschool Paris and Culinary Arts School Lenôtre join forces to launch an innovative professional training program
The Luxury Hotelschool Paris and Culinary Arts School Lenôtre have signed an unprecedented partnership to promote their respective expertise both in France and abroad.
KKR and Baupost Purchase 33 Marriott International Hotels in the UK from ADIA
Leading investment firms KKR and The Baupost Group today announced a joint venture to purchase a portfolio of 33 Marriott International hotels across the UK from a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). Amante Capital, KKR’s vertically integrated European hospitality platform, will serve as managing partner for the joint venture and the properties will continue as premium Marriott branded hotels.
KKR and Amante Capital
Hilton Bolsters Presence in Türkiye with 1,000+ New Guest Rooms Across 10 Hotels
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced plans to expand its presence in Türkiye to more than 120 hotels trading and pipeline, with the signing of 10 new hotels across 4 of its award-winning brands – DoubleTree by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by Hilton – adding more than 1,000 guest rooms.
Madrid welcomes the exceptional as Radisson Collection debuts in the heart of the capital, in the iconic Generali building
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to welcome the exceptional to Madrid, with the debut of the first Radisson Collection property in Spain’s vibrant capital. This iconic hotel is set to open in 2027, redefining luxury hospitality in Madrid. The hotel will be located on Alcala Street, one of Madrid’s most prominent avenues in the prestigious Canalejas area, surrounded by renowned luxury brands such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and Cartier.