2024 Unveiled: Accor Welcomes Spectacular New Properties

A sampling of the most anticipated hotels set to open in 2024 from the world’s most diverse portfolio of hospitality brands.

Accor proudly introduces one of its most diverse annual line-ups of new hotel openings to date. Across all segments and categories, Accor is opening the doors to an impressive collection of exciting new hospitality options across its spectrum of 40+ hospitality brands around the world. Travelers of all ambitions, aesthetics, and demographics are sure to find a fascinating new place to visit in 2024.

Luxury Hotels & Resorts

Orient Express Grand Hotel de la Minerve (Late 2024)

Orient Express Grand Hotel de la Minerve is a creative collaboration between Orient Express, artisan of travel since 1883, Accor, and Italian group Arsenale S.p.A, experts in luxury hotels and hospitality. A heritage site in the heart of Rome, the hotel resides in the former Palazzo Fonseca, a sumptuous 17th century palace with a huge and majestic façade. The interior design and artistic direction of the hotel have been entrusted to famed architect and designer Hugo Toro, who will soon reveal a glamorous experience inspired by the Roman domus and the riches of the ‘Eternal City’.

Raffles Sentosa Resort & Spa (Mid 2024)

Raffles Sentosa Resort & Spa is an all-villa beachfront property on Sentosa Island, just a whisper away from the buzz of central Singapore. The Raffles legend continues with the highest expression of modern luxury, set amongst tropical gardens, more than 3 kilometers of sandy beach, and an award-winning golf course. Each of the 62 villas features a private pool with terrace, peace, and seclusion. Beyond the villas, guests will discover a bespoke bar, world-class restaurants, spa and fitness center, a multi-purpose celebration room, state-of-the-art meeting spaces, and a grand ballroom.

Raffles Jaipur (Mid 2024)

Raffles Jaipur will be one of the iconic brand’s most exclusive hotels in the world, located in one of India’s most beautiful cities. Jaipur forms part of the culturally rich circuit known as The Golden Triangle, with New Delhi and Agra. With just 50 suites, all with private pools, the majestic hotel features a sense of old world charm with secluded residences and elegant courtyards, linking into the sprawling estate shared with Fairmont Jaipur, creating the perfect haven from which guests can go on to explore nearby Amer Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort and Jal Mahal Palace.

Fairmont The Breakers, Long Beach (Mid 2024)

Fairmont The Breakers, Long Beach will revive one of California’s best-known and beloved luxury hotels. Originally opened in the roaring twenties as a lavish hotel on the waterfront, The Breakers was a sought-after destination for world-famous stars. The historic property will reopen after a significant restoration, creating 185 boutique rooms and suites; a rooftop pool and terrace; an open-air rooftop lounge with 360-degree views of the Pacific; a blissful two-story spa, wellness and fitness center; live jazz club; and 12,000+ square feet of indoor and outdoor function space.

Fairmont Golden Prague (Late 2024)

Fairmont Golden Prague is an enchanting landmark hotel in the center of a fairy-tale city in the Czech Republic. Located along the prestigious Parizska Boulevard and on the banks of the Vltava River in the Old Town of Prague, the sophisticated design concept of this luxurious hotel captures the history of its stylish neighborhood with a nod to the spirit and energy of the 1970s. Guests will love basking in the hotel’s modern spa with indoor and outdoor pools, noshing among its multiple restaurants and bars, and dancing the night away in the hotel’s grand ballroom.

Sofitel Shanghai North Bund (Mid 2024)

Sofitel Shanghai North Bund brings a rich sense of French modern hospitality to the stunning 25-story landmark hotel, featuring 300 opulent guest rooms and suites with outstanding views of the famous Shanghai skyline, Club Millésime, a Sofitel Spa and an ultramodern Sofitel Fitness gym. The hotel’s Chinese restaurant is sure to become a Bund hotspot, blending Shanghai's food culture with French culinary artistry, and creative menus that evolve with the seasons. Just steps away, a stunning grand theater will open soon, offering enriching arts and cultural events.

Gigiri Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi – MGallery (Early 2024)

Gigiri Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi – MGallery is a magical experience where the Karura forest appears to stream through the hotel, sparkling with gems, crystals, greenery, light and water. This flagship hotel in Kenya is a sophisticated and comfortable haven, a multifaceted jewel, worthy of welcoming international dignitaries and UN ambassadors. MGallery layers in a hospitality experience that blends style with the substance of arts, culture and history, food and drinks that enliven the senses, and services that invoke a sense of wellbeing.

Lifestyle Hotels & Resorts (Ennismore)

Mama Shelter Dubai Business Bay (Late 2024)

Mama Shelter Dubai Business Bay - Mama Shelter Dubai will be a highly alluring gem in the desert. Mosaic steps, colorful walls and eccentric hanging decorations brighten up every corner of this hotel. Home to 197 rooms and 204 serviced residence apartments, it will also feature a range of dining outlets, a terrace with four swimming pools, a state-of-the-art multi-purpose gym, an outdoor amphitheater with a lounge area and more. Mama Shelter Dubai will be larger-than-life, embodying the idea of a resort in the heart of the city.

25hours Hotel The Oddbird, Jakarta (Early 2024)

25hours Hotel The Oddbird, Jakarta is a paradise of paradoxes, celebrating the quirky and elaborate. At a place where the city is overtaken by Indonesia's jungle, its distinctive design is an urban sanctuary full of contrasts, collisions, and a total of 345 rooms, including hotel and serviced residences. COPA restaurant serves up South American cuisine, while the Monkey Bar – known from the 25hours Hotels in Berlin and Dubai – brings European bar culture to the rooftop and a lively lobby lounge and bar, as well as a healthy pool bar for even more fun.

Hyde London City (Early 2024)

Hyde London City marks the brand's British debut, putting down roots at 15 Old Bailey. Set in a Grade II listed heritage property, the design of the seven-story, 111-room hotel pays homage to the building's storied past while creating intimate, unexpected spaces that encourage meaningful connection and spark the joy of discovery. Progressive cultural programming informed by collaborations with some of the city's most exciting chefs, creatives, and musicians will ensure that Hyde London City brings an entirely new perspective to this historic corner of the capital.

Hyde Perth (Late 2024)

Hyde Perth is the first Hyde hotel to open in Australia and will offer 120 bohemian chic rooms, innovative dining concepts that present a global table of flavors, and a playful beach club. Drawing inspiration from Western Australia’s rich palette of colors and influences, the hotel will be designed to create connection, with endless sofas in the lobby and long tables that encourage conversation. Dialing up the energy throughout the day, the hotel’s entertainment spaces will come to life with a curated program of music and live performances in keeping with Hyde’s festival vibe.

JO&JOE Budapest (Late 2024)

JO&JOE Budapest provides the comfort of a hotel with the conviviality of a youth hostel, celebrating togetherness and having fun. Unpacking its bags in the heart of Budapest’s festive district, this JO&JOE will have 390 beds in a variety of dorm-style shared rooms and bathrooms and private rooms with ensuite. Guests and locals will mingle among the lively restaurant, bar, rooftop, courtyard garden, and meeting spaces. Central social areas will draw guests in for engaging and immersive experiences like rentable pop-ups, exhibitions, events and DJ nights.

SLS Barcelona (Mid 2024)

SLS Barcelona has all the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambience, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences – with the addition of idyllic Mediterranean beachfront views and an address in the city’s ultra cool 22@ district. The first destination for the brand in Europe, and the only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every one of the 471 guestrooms, SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, with two pools, a spa, fitness center and six bars and restaurants that create lively food and entertainment within this singular location.

The Hoxton, Vienna (Early 2024)

The Hoxton, Vienna resides in a striking 1950s modernist building, formerly the headquarters of Austria’s Chamber of Commerce. Located in Stadpark, the hotel has restored and reclaimed original features of the building, taking inspiration from history and local streets for the design. The hotel has 196 bedrooms, a spacious lobby and coffee bar, a restaurant and terrace, rooftop bar and pool, a basement speakeasy, The Apartment meeting and events space, and an exciting new first for The Hoxton – an events auditorium that will host live entertainment.

Rixos Obhur Jeddah (Late 2024)

Rixos Obhur Jeddah boasts a spectacular location at the heart of Obhur Bay on the Red Sea. The resort will feature a private beach and 247 guest units, including 174 rooms and 73 villas with private pools, a Club Privé lounge, a fine-dining restaurant, a lounge bar, and two speciality beach restaurants. Diverse leisure activities keep guests entertained, with multiple pools, indoor and outdoor fitness clubs, a spa, and a central ballroom for special events, all nestled within gorgeous green landscapes and golden sandy beaches.

Premium Hotels & Resorts

Mövenpick Wroclaw, Poland (Mid 2024)

Mövenpick Wroclaw, Poland will be the first Mövenpick property in Poland. Located opposite the Main Railway Station, and previously known as Hotel du Nord, the hotel was originally built in 1903 and earned a reputation as one of the city’s finest hotels at the time. The grand heritage hotel is one of the first places passengers catch a glimpse of when exiting the main train station and setting out to discover the city. The revitalized Mövenpick Wroclaw will feature 180 guest rooms and suites and will certainly be one of the brightest openings for Accor in Eastern Europe next year.

Pullman Taizhou Xianju (Mid 2024)

Pullman Taizhou Xianju is surrounded by the lush, natural beauty of Xianju County in Zhejiang Province, China. The new hotel will be ideal for families, tourists, and business travelers, with 300+ guestrooms, a ballroom, seven event rooms, two restaurants, a lobby bar and a kids’ zone. With quick access to the new Xianju High Speed Railway Station, travelers will find swift connections to Hangzhou or Shanghai. Guests will embrace both culture and nature while visiting nearby Xianju National Park for the annual Waxberry Festival and the 5A level Shenxianju scenic area, a geological site protected by the Chinese government.

Mövenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre (Early 2024)

Mövenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre is just moments from major landmarks, including the Merdeka Presidential Palace and National Monument. This striking 23-story hotel is being completely transformed and will feature 256 rooms and suites, all adorned with contemporary interiors. A selection of exclusive rooms and suites will offer access to the 7th floor executive lounge with private check-in, elevated services, daily refreshments and more. A collection of seven restaurants and bars, an outdoor swimming pool, children’s pool, soothing spa and a fully-equipped fitness center will refresh, revitalize and reinvigorate guests.

Swissôtel Marianske Lazne Resort & Spa, Czech Republic (Late 2024)

Swissôtel Marianske Lazne Resort & Spa, Czech Republic is a new property in Marianske Lazne, known as a famous spa and leisure destination. The merger of five monumental buildings, the new Swissôtel will stand out with its modern façade and glass atrium, with natural light illuminating the entire complex. Guests will enjoy a spirit of relaxation, peace, and tranquility in 130 beautifully designed, modern, and comfortable rooms, surrounded by forested hills, historical streets, and monumental buildings of the town.

Midscale & Economy Hotels & Resorts

Hotel & Spa Fort Saint Laurent Lyon, France – Handwritten Collection (Mid 2024)

Hotel & Spa Fort Saint Laurent Lyon, France – Handwritten Collection is located in the heart of the Croix-Rousse neighborhood of Lyon, Fort Saint Laurent, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which has been transformed over centuries. In 2024, the building will open its doors as a four-star hotel overlooking the picturesque city and its rooftops. The hotel will feature 36 bedrooms, a spa, and a summer bar nestled in the vast garden which will become the perfect spot for tourists and Lyon’s inhabitants.

Handwritten Collection in Paris, France (Mid 2024)

Handwritten Collection will also fly its flag in Paris, France in 2024, with the charming new hotel becoming the brand’s first in ‘The City of Light’. While the official name of the hotel is still under wraps, it will be sure to impress with a photo-ready Parisian façade, a sauna and 51 cozy rooms including a stylish suite. Offering breathtaking views of Paris, the hotel will be the ideal base for exploring the French capital. As an added bonus, the property is located just a few minutes' walk from the Sacré-Coeur Basilica and the cobbled streets of the beautiful Montmartre district.

Novotel Nara, Japan (Late 2024)

Novotel Nara, Japan invites guests to immerse themselves in the multi-sensory experience of Japan. Ideal for both business and leisure travel, the hotel will feature 264 beautifully designed guestrooms and suites, a restaurant, versatile function spaces, and a wellness area. A premium lounge on the top floor will provide an expansive outdoor terrace and bar, offering beautiful views of Nara. Meanwhile, across Japan, some 23 Grand Mercure and Mercure properties totaling over 6,000 rooms will open simultaneously in April, as part of a conversion of hotels from Daiwa Resorts to Accor.

Novotel Valencia, Spain (Late 2024)

Novotel Valencia, Spain will be a new flagship hotel in the Turia Garden, a popular area of the city between the historic center and the Palacio de Congresos. The hotel’s design will be both modern and traditional, a mixture which reflects the architecture of the city. Novotel Valencia will be the first in Spain to feature the brand’s Sundukovy Sisters’ design concept, which is characterized by its modernity, timelessness, and elegance. The project is being led by the architecture and interior design studio, Mönica Fullana, and will feature an attractive rooftop with an outdoor pool and bar that is expected to be one of the most popular locales in the city.

Novotel Tbilisi Center, Georgia (Early 2024)

Novotel Tbilisi Center, Georgia will be a newly built hotel in the neighborhood of Old Town in the South Caucasus region. The new hotel will draw visitors and locals alike thanks to its modern and minimalistic design, and its incredible views over the city. Designed to blend business with pleasure, the Sundukovy Sisters’ design concept mixes well-being among unique co-living spaces that embrace lively, social surroundings, current trends, and timeless comforts.

Novotel & ibis Styles Hamburg HafenCity (Mid 2024)

Novotel & ibis Styles Hamburg HafenCity, Germany will open in mid-2024 as part of the newly developed Überseequartier in Hamburg, which, as an integrated district and central part of Hamburg's HafenCity, will include apartments, offices, an attractive cultural and leisure offer, innovative shopping and entertainment concepts, and finally a cruise terminal. In addition to its 170 rooms, the Novotel will include a restaurant and bar, while the ibis Styles will have 470 rooms, a bar and selected food and drink options.

Mercure Portile de Fier Riviera, Romania (Mid 2024)

Mercure Portile de Fier Riviera, Romania rests on the left bank of the Danube River, near the Serbian border, in the middle of Iron Gates Natural Park. Surrounded by a quiet and picturesque natural landscape, Mercure Portile de Fier Riviera will offer 70 cozy and elegantly designed rooms and suites, a dining restaurant, a bar, a Privilege lounge and a conference hall and meeting rooms for events. Guests will be inspired to discover locally favorite spots and authentic adventures before returning to relax among the hotel’s 300 square meter spa & wellness area.

TRIBE Düsseldorf, Germany (Late 2024)

TRIBE Düsseldorf, Germany is set to open with 146 rooms in Düsseldorf’s centrally located district of Friedrichstadt. Offering three categories, all rooms will be smartly equipped with high-end beds, as well as bath amenities by Kevin Murphy. The hotel will feature a modern yet playful atmosphere thanks to its unique design and the multifunctional Social Hub as a TRIBE signature – a space to work, chill, and enjoy. The Grab & Go counter, open 24/7, will offer fresh snacks as well as high-quality barista coffee. The TRIBE TABLE Restaurant will welcome guests for lunch and dinner.

TRIBE Milano Malpensa (Early 2024)

TRIBE Milano Malpensa will be the first TRIBE hotel in Italy, and the perfect spot for those needing easy access to the Malpensa airport. With 240 comfortable and aesthetically pleasing rooms, a vibrant social hub, central bar, and Italian restaurant, the hotel also features a gym, two meeting rooms with natural light, a swimming pool on the terrace and a 200-space car park with 10 electric charging stations. Polished and functional, TRIBE Milano Malpensa will offer guests everything they need and nothing they don’t.

ibis Styles Resort Maragogi (Mid 2024)

ibis Styles Resort Maragogi is in the paradise of Maragogi, Brazil, in the Alagoas region. The first ibis Styles Resort in Brazil is designed as a modern beachfront hotel, with creative decoration, inspired activities, and an ideal location right on the sand. Guests will experience a new style of resort at an attractive price that invites a wide range of travelers. Families and friend groups will adore the hotel’s dynamic environment, paying only for what is convenient for them to consume.

A wider list of Accor’s most notable 2024 openings is available with the press release.

Read the press release and list of Accor’s most notable 2024 openings

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Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. ALL, the booking platform and loyalty program embodies the Accor promise during and beyond the hotel stay and gives its members access to unique experiences. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Accor's mission is reflected in the Group's purpose: Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France. Included in the CAC 40 index, the Group is publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit group.accor.com or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.

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Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore.

Hyde Hotels, Resorts & Residences are intuitively dialed into the desires of the in-the-know; their interests, aspirations and tastes.This is a new kind of hospitality, grounded in the spirit of discovery, the fantasy of nightlife and the adventure of connection. Hyde is more than a brand, it’s a state of mind. Average room size: 30-35 square meters.

More than simply rooms or restaurants, Mama Shelter is a living space, a truly urban refuge not just beautiful and modern, but popular, fun and friendly. Based in the cities we love, full of life and where modern history is written, Mama opens its arms to people of all ages and backgrounds allowing them to meet and share the house dishes lovingly created by our Chefs, a cocktail prepared by our barmaids and barmen or even a cosy bed...

Launched in September 2016 and designed to meet the expectations of Millennials and anyone who embraces their attitude to sharing, spontaneity and experience, JO&JOE is the latest Lifestyle addition to AccorHotels’ Economy brand portfolio. This new hospitality concept blends the best of hotel, hostel and private-rental formats. JO&JOE offers a completely revisited and disruptive experience in terms of design, food & beverage, service and...

The Hoxton is a series of open-house hotels inspired by the diversity and originality of the streets and scenes that surround them. Just like our doors, our minds are open too. Ever since we opened our first hotel in Shoreditch, way back in 2006, we’ve never just been about offering a bed for the night. We want to be more than that: providing a place where guests can hangout alongside the locals and submerse themselves in the neighbourhood...

Orient Express Hotels is an ultra-luxury hospitality brand inspired by the legendary 19th-century train that epitomized the golden age of travel. Revived by Accor, the brand combines heritage, craftsmanship, and immersive storytelling across a growing collection of hotels, trains, and yachts. Its first modern property, La Minerva in Rome, opened in 2025, with others like Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice to follow.

From Perth to Paris, the TRIBE hotels bring a bold new energy to locations across the globe. Born in Australia in 2017, as the vision of Mark and Melissa Peters, TRIBE was created in response to the knowledge that today more than ever, travelers crave design hotels at affordable prices. Defined by how people want to live and travel, TRIBE focuses on the things that really matter: intelligent, functional, design-driven hotels that give our...

In January 2022, Accor announced an exciting new addition to the Group’s unparalleled network of brands: Handwritten Collection, a global portfolio of charming bespoke hotels that offer an intimate and stylish hospitality experience. Accor already has over 110 Handwritten leads globally totaling more than 11,500 rooms, including 12 secured signings, with five properties expected to debut throughout the first trimester of 2023.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning and distinctive group of deluxe hotels for today’s discerning business and leisure traveller, combining the renowned Swiss hospitality with luxuriously fresh, contemporary design. Each Swissôtel extends personalised service with charm and efficiency. Located in popular gateway destinations and city centres, the hotels offer convenient access to business and shopping districts as well as local...

Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is an ambassador of modern French style, culture and art-de-vivre around the world. Established in 1964, Sofitel is the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France with more than 120 chic and remarkable hotels in the world’s most sought-after destinations. Sofitel exudes a refined and understated sense of modern luxury, always blending a touch of French decadence with the very best of the locale.

Pullman hotels and resorts welcome international, cosmopolitan seasoned travelers from all over the world for business and leisure stays. Pullman is the executive lifestyle upscale hotel brand: a new generation of hotels for a new generation of mobile, hyper-connected customers. Pullman’s warm, expert welcome and customized offers and services provide its guests with an innovative, efficient hotel experience whether they are staying for...

The MGallery Hotel Collection brand thoughtfully selects and curates unique properties around the world, forming a storied collection of boutique hotels with true soul where captivating stories are lived and shared. These more than 120 boutique hotels all around the world enjoy a unique history, inspired by the remarkable past of the building or destination that welcomes it allowing the guests to live memorable moments.

Born in 1967, Novotel is a 4-stars International midscale brand for business & leisure travelers, with hotels located in the heart of major international cities, business districts and tourist destinations. Novotel is constantly reinforcing its presence on all continents, with the opening of hotels across the world: Phuket (Thailand), Moscou (Russia), Lodz (Poland), Danang (Vietnam), Goa (India), Panama (Panama), Dubai (United Arab Emirates),...

Mercure is the only midscale hotel brand that combines the strength of an international network with a strong quality commitment, and the warm experience of hotels, all different, rooted in their local community and managed by enthusiastic hoteliers. Located in city centers, by the sea or in the mountains, the Mercure network welcomes business and leisure travelers across the world.

The stylishly designed hotels where the little extras don’t cost extra! A non-standardised economy and design brand aimed at all those who are looking for “the best of the best”, ibis Styles offers an all-inclusive package, with room rates including breakfast and internet access. Situated in the heart of cities and in other major centres of activity, each establishment has its own distinct personality and reflects a colourful, bright and...

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where occasions are celebrated and history is made. Landmark hotels with unrivalled presence, authentic experiences and unforgettable moments have attracted visitors to Fairmont and its destinations since 1907. The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai are but a few of these iconic luxury hotels, forever linked to the...

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, an international upscale hotel management company with over 16,000 staff members, is represented in 24 countries with 80 hotels, resorts and Nile cruisers currently in operation. More than 30 properties are planned or under construction, including Chiang Mai and Koh Samui (Thailand), Palawan (Philippines), Sanya (Hainan Island, China) and Djerba (Tunisia).

SLS is crafted with the luxury and excellence of a grand hotel, and delivered with a mischievous wink and a sexy little smile. It’s the home of lavish and extraordinary experiences coupled with a playful ambiance. Culinary artistry, theatrical interiors, subversive design touches and unexpected indulgences are at the heart of every SLS property.

Raffles Hotels & Resorts boasts an illustrious history and some of the most prestigious hotel addresses worldwide. In 1887, Raffles Singapore set the standard for luxury hospitality, introducing the world to private butlers, the Singapore Sling and its enduring, legendary service. Today, Raffles continues this tradition in leading cities and lavish resort locales, enchanting travellers with meaningful experiences and service that is both...

Rixos Hotels, established in 2000, is one of the world’s fastest growing, luxury hotel chains. Dedicated to offering traditional Turkish hospitality and a unique spa experience in the finest surroundings and luxury ambience, the Antalya based group currently owns and operates 7 premium resorts & villas and 5 city hotels in countries as diverse as Turkey, Croatia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Libya.

25hours Hotels is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, formed in 2021. Christoph Hoffmann, Kai Hollmann, Ardi Goldman and Stephan Gerhard were the founders and creative minds behind the 25hours brand, that today operates 15 hotels in German speaking...