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OD Hotels Prepares for International Expansion with OD Côte d’Azur in 2019

Balearic boutique hotel group OD Hotels has finalized the purchase of the Cavalière Sur Plage Hotel on the French Riviera with plans to renovate and open OD Côte d"Azur in 2019. Just under 20 miles from Saint-Tropez, the property will be the group's sixth hotel and the first one to be located outside of Spain. Led by Marc Rahola, OD Hotels made the purchase for 11 Million Euros (approximately $36 Million USD).

Jean-Luc Naret has been appointed as CEO at La Réserve Paris Hotel and Spa

Last month, Jean-Luc Naret was appointed CEO of La Réserve and General Manager of La Réserve Paris Hotel and Spa. Jean-Luc has more than 35 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry. Before joining La Réserve, he was General Manager at One&Only Reethi Rah, a role he held since 2015. Prior to that, he spent eight years as General Director of the Michelin Guides Worldwide. Jean-Luc is a graduate of the École Hotelier de Paris and the Cornell University General Management Program. In 2007 he was knighted by the Prime Minister of France as Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur, the country’s highest honor. In his new role, Jean-Luc will oversee the brand’s four properties. Located amid 10 acres of parkland on the shores of Lake Geneva, La Réserve Geneva is the brand’s flagship property and home to the largest spa in the city and the first NESCENS destination spa in the world. Just 15 minutes from St. Tropez, La Réserve Ramatuelle is designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte and tucked within a Mediterranean Garden overlooking the Côte d’Azur. La Réserve Paris Hotel and Spa opened in a Haussmann-style mansion in 2015 and is designed by Jacques Garcia, who lent his signature touch to the décor, with silk damask walls, velvet drapery, and herringbone parquet floors. The La Réserve Paris Apartments, of which there are 10, are located in the city’s 16th arrondissement and enjoy all of the services available at the hotel just two miles down the road.

Hieu To has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Warwick Reine Astrid

Hieu To has joined Warwick as Hotel Manager since July 3 as well. "I am pleased to have joined the Warwick Hotels and Resorts Group and a passionate team. "Said Hieu To following his appointment. Mr. To began his career as a half-ranking leader in 1987 at the Hotel Raphaël, a prestigious 5-star hotel in Paris, where he has continued to evolve for 30 years as Chief of Staff, 1st Master Hotel Manager, Catering Manager and Deputy Director.

Jérôme Billy has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Westminster

Since July 3, 2017, Jérôme Billy has headed the Westminster Hotel, the jewel of the Warwick Hotels and Resorts Group, located on the famous Rue de la Paix. Jérôme Billy graduated from the Ecole Supérieur de Sales in Saint-Germain-en-Laye. He began his career in the hotel business at the Le Meridien Montparnasse Hotel before moving to Dakar for three years as Sales Director and Marketing then two years in Mauritius where he held the same position at the Hotel Mövenpick Resort, Spa & Golf Mauritius. In 2014, he joined the WHR Group and became Managing Director of the Warwick Reine Astrid - Lyon after three years as Managing Director of Hotel Villa Massalia in Marseille.

3rd citizenM property to open in Paris at the Gare de Lyon.

The citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon Hotel, which is to open today, is the 3rd citizenM hotel in France and is located a short walk away from the Gare de Lyon station. It features 338 rooms and as with its sister properties the hotel is home to innovative tech amenities including; self check-in; completely customizable guest rooms via touchscreen MoodPads; communal workspaces; meeting areas fitted with Smart TV"s; furniture by the renowned Swiss brand Vitra; canteenM - the 24 hour grab & go style canteen that has a full service cocktail bar, and outdoor space such as an open air patio and cloudM - a rooftop bar offering stunning views of the river Seine and the city. The property also features a selection of specially commissioned art works by popular Dutch artists Jetske Visser & Michiel Martens who have created a install called "Reflecting Holons" which combines bubbles and light that continually shine, move, and dance in the entrance area creating a visually interactive arresting spectacle. In addition to this the hotel also houses a bespoke mural by French street artist Mast Cora, and a fresco by Romain Froquet to name a few.

Light Human Hotels Prepares To Open In Corsica French Island

Light Human Hotels is located in the vibrant Venaco neighborhood French Island. In the heart of Corsica it's Natural Regional Park, classified as a UNESCO' World Heritage, Light Human Hotels is remarkably located on the banks of the River Vecchio, surrounded by lush nature. The unique location takes you to all the places of "L'Île de Beauté". Close to Venaco and Corte, this cozy boutique hotel with 66 rooms welcomes you in a pleasant ambience to discover the charms and secrets of the mountains and of course enjoy the most beautiful beaches in the world. A hotel in full transformation that offers you the comfort of today and the authenticity of old time. Opening May 2018.