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Sam Nazarian's SBE & Wyndham Announce Advanced Negotiations For The First HQ Hotels & Residences Property In South America

HQ Hotels & Residences, spearheaded by sbe Founder Sam Nazarian through a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, today announces it has signed a letter of intent for its first property in South America. Located in the vibrant heart of São Paulo, Brazil, the HQ Hotel São Paulo is a 100-room property (including 40 luxury suites) set to open in 2028 and marks a continuation of HQ Hotels' worldwide expansion following its inception in January 2024.

HQ Hotels & Residences
São Paulo, Brazil
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Marriott and Grupo Fametro to Bring the Tribute Portfolio Brand to Manaus, Amazonas

Marriott International, Inc. and the Fametro Group, led by Wellington Lins and Maria do Carmo Seffair, announced a signed agreement to convert an iconic property in the capital city of the Amazonas to a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, a collection brand within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio known for providing hotels that are designed to reflect the character and community of their surrounding locations.

Tribute Portfolio
Amazonas, Brazil
Development Opening

Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton opens as the Tapestry brand’s first hotel in Rio de Janeiro

Today Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the debut of Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton marking the company's 20th hotel in the country and Tapestry's first property in Rio de Janeiro. Owned and managed by ICH/Intercity Hotéis, the 135-room hotel is located in the trendy Botafogo neighborhood and features spectacular views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. This property builds on Hilton's rapid expansion in the market where it plans to introduce two new brands in the upcoming years.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Appointment

Romain Avril has been appointed as Executive Assistant Manager at Rosewood São Paulo

Romain Avril has recently joined the teams at Rosewood São Paulo with over 15 years of experience in the restaurant industry. After spending two years in Rio de Janeiro, his expertise took him to various top culinary destinations such as Dubai, Lebanon, and Morocco before joining the Royal Monceau, a Parisian Raffles hotel, where he served as the Director of Food & Beverage.

Rosewood Hotel Group
São Paulo, Brazil
Development Pipeline

New Club Med Exclusive Collection Resort: Club Med Gramado

Club Med has announced the development of Club Med Gramado, the brand's first Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resort in South America and the fourth resort in Brazil. The resort will open in 2025 in Rio Grande do Sul, one of the most attractive regions in the country, known for its dramatic canyons, gastronomy, wine, and lively local culture. The climate is warm in the summer and snowy in the winter, offering picturesque backdrops for weddings and events. Gramado is the third most visited destination in South America, with a new national airport set to open nearby to accommodate the growing demand. The new resort will expand the international reach of this already beloved destination and reinforce the brand's commitment to providing unforgettable vacations in unique places for locals and tourists alike.

Club Med
Gramado, Brazil
Press Release Human Resources

Accor launches unprecedented project in Brazil for the inclusion of people of all sizes

Accor, a pioneer in inclusive initiatives for Global hospitality, announced in September a revolutionary milestone in the Brazilian hotel industry: the adoption of a plus size trousseau as a pilot project at Pullman São Paulo Ibirapuera, which includes towels and robes of bigger sizes to meet the needs of all size of bodies. The initiative is part of the project "Hospitality has no size", ensuring a comfortable stay for people of all sizes and shapes.

Accor
Brazil
Appointment

Cedric Nubul has been appointed as Area Manager and General Manager at Hilton Hotels Brazil

Hilton announced the appointment of Cedric Nubul as area manager for Brazil and general manager of Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana and Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro. As area manager, Nubul will be responsible for leading and inspiring the teams across a portfolio of five managed Hilton multi-branded hotels in Brazil, while also managing operations of the two hotels in Rio de Janeiro.

Hilton
Brazil