The Opening of Rosewood Munich Sets a New Standard for Luxury in Bavaria
A harmonious fusion of historical charm and unforgettable experiences, the Rosewood Munich opens its doors and welcomes guests to explore the vibrant city.
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New MEININGER Hotel Cologne West Opens
September marked the opening of the first MEININGER Hotel in Cologne, the MEININGER Hotel Cologne West. With this addition, the hotel chain now has a presence in nine German cities with a total of 15 hotels.
IHCL Forays in Continental Europe, Signs a Taj in Frankfurt, Germany
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced that it is stepping into Continental Europe with the signing of Taj Hotel Hessischer Hof at Frankfurt in Germany. Frankfurt's landmark hotel, after extensive renovations will join the illustrious list of iconic Taj hotels around the world. Signed under an operating lease arrangement, it will reopen in 2025.
Pioneering Lifestyle Aparthotel Brand Locke Opens Its Fourteenth Property Locke at East Side Gallery, in Berlin
Lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke has opened its first property in Berlin. Marking its third opening in Germany, Locke at East Side Gallery offers breath-taking views across the city's skyline and the River Spree and is situated within Berlin's trendiest inner-city districts; Friedrichshain, Kreuzberg and Mitte.
Marriott Hotels Brings Innovative Design and Heartfelt Hospitality to Munich’s Lively Westend District
Exceptional event spaces, elevated guestrooms and enriching experiences await at the highly anticipated Munich Marriott Hotel City West.
WTTC predicts Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector to rebound to 95% of pre-pandemic levels
The World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) 2023 Economic Impact Research (EIR) today reveals Germany’s Travel & Tourism sector is recovering at pace to recover to within 95% of pre-pandemic levels.
Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts brand coming to Bielefeld
The Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts brand is expanding its portfolio: LFPI Hospitality Group and Deutsche Hospitality have signed a franchise agreement for a hotel in Bielefeld. Historic Hotel Bielefelder Hof will be operating under the name "Steigenberger Hotel Bielefelder Hof" beginning February 1, 2024.
IntercityHotel opens in Karlsruhe
The new IntercityHotel Karlsruhe has officially opened its doors. It features 194 rooms, four conference rooms as well as a restaurant and a bar. It has a convenient central location in the direct proximity of Karlsruhe's main railway station.
Berlin hotel performance reaches 8-month high in June
Berlin’s hotel industry recorded its highest performance since September 2022, according to preliminary June 2023 data from STR.
Habyt announces the opening of its first hotel in Berlin, Germany
Habyt, the world's leading flexible housing provider, is launching its first hotel. Located in Berlin, in the heart of the Friedrichshain district, Habyt - The Waterfront marks an important milestone for the company - the opening of the company's first hotel in Europe.
Rosewood Munich, opening September 29, 2023, captures the vibrance of the city’s engaging Bavarian culture
Rosewood Munich will open in 2023 as the brand's first property in Germany. Housed in two landmark, historical buildings comprised of the former headquarters of the State Bank of Bavaria and the adjacent Palais Neuhaus-Preysing, a former grand aristocratic residence, Rosewood Munich will be ideally situated on Kardinal-Faulhaber-Strasse in the heart of the historic city center. The hotel will be located within walking distance of several of the city's most popular sites and destinations, including central Marienplatz square, the Residenz city palace, Bavarian State Opera, and the Maximilian and Theatinerstraße shopping districts, as well as world renowned museums. Rosewood Munich will offer 132 spacious guestrooms and suites designed to complement the property's original façade and iconic stairways, which remain well preserved and contribute to the city of Munich's ensemble of historical buildings. The property will boast an inviting lobby lounge and two distinct dining venues, which include a full service restaurant and a vibrant bar. Rosewood Munich will also feature a full service spa, which will house six treatments rooms, as well as an indoor pool and fitness area. Additionally, the hotel will include extensive meetings and events spaces to accommodate a variety of private gatherings, conferences, and special events for up to 312 guests.
Doubletree By Hilton Opens Its First Location In Berlin, Germany
DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm announced its opening, marking the first opening under Hilton's full-service DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Berlin and the third in Germany. Designed to serve leisure guests vacationing in Berlin as well as business travelers and groups from around the world, the hotel is one of the largest in the city with 420 guest rooms and over 8,600 square feet of meeting space.
TrustYou stellt responseAI vor: Revolutionierung des Bewertungsmanagements im Gastgewerbe
TrustYou, ein renommierter Branchenführer für Gästefeedback-Lösungen, setzt mit mit der Veröffentlichung von responseAI neue Maßstäbe im Bewertungsmanagement. Die neue Funktion, die parallel zur aktualisierten Review und Survey Inbox eingeführt wurde, nutzt künstliche Intelligenz, um automatische Antworten auf Gästebewertungen zu generieren. Durch den Einsatz von KI zur Erstellung personalisierter und kontextbezogener Antworten können Hoteliers ihren Gästen nun zeitnahes Feedback zu einer Vielzahl von Themen geben und so das Gästeerlebnis erheblich verbessern. responseAI macht die mühsame, manuelle Erstellung von Antworten überflüssig und bietet eine Vielfalt an Antworten, die von Hoteliers lediglich noch freigegeben werden müssen. Durch die neue Technologie soll der Aufwand und der Zeitverlust, die für die Erstellung einzigartiger Antworten erforderlich sind, um bis zu 70% reduziert werden.
TRIBE to bring a bold new design edit to Düsseldorf
TRIBE's first hotel in Düsseldorf will open in 2024.
Ulrich Schwer has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel de Rome, a Rocco Forte Hotel
On 15th May 2023 Ulrich Schwer took over the management of Rocco Forte's Hotel de Rome in Berlin. He succeeds Gordon Debus, who has successfully managed the hotel since August 2017 and who has made the decision to leave in order to pursue new professional challenges.
50 years of Lindner: Anniversary marks start of a new path
The Executive Board team Arno Schwalie (CEO), Stefanie Brandes (COO) and Frank Lindner (CTO) is leading the process of transforming the company through a strategic realignment. In line with this, the Lindner Hotel Group presents a stylish and dynamic brand identity, reflective of the company’s repositioning.
Small Hotels are Leading the German Market in Price Adaptability: SiteMinder
A new analysis by SiteMinder, the world’s leading open hotel commerce platform, highlights the degree to which small German accommodation providers have increased their room rates over the past four years. While prices for all German accommodation providers rose by seven per cent between 2019 to 2022, prices among those with 20 rooms or less grew 22 per cent in the same period.
Groundbreaking ceremony for ibis Styles Hotel at Munich Airport
The ibis Styles brand, renowned for its exceptional and unique designs at more than 560 hotels around the world, is growing thanks to a new addition at Munich Airport. The project officially got under way with the groundbreaking ceremony on May 30, 2023. The 358-room hotel is due to open in spring 2025. The owner of the building is Munich Airport, while Accor will operate the hotel under a management contract. The hotel will offer an open-plan lobby with a breakfast area, bar, restaurant and co-working space, as well as a gym and dedicated parking. The theme for the hotel's design will center on the Isar river in its many forms.
Kennedy 89 to become second Hyatt-branded hotel in Frankfurt
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with SIC Hospitality GmbH for Kennedy 89, a luxury hotel currently under development. Set to open within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand later this year, the 181-room luxury hotel will be tailored for discerning travellers who appreciate sophistication, comfort, and a sense of history, while marking the brand's first hotel in Frankfurt. The announcement is part of Hyatt's ambitious plans to grow its luxury brands in key-growth markets across Europe in the places where guests, World of Hyatt members and customers want to travel.
New hotel brand LyvInn launches with first property in Frankfurt, Germany
LyvInn, a new European hotel brand, has inaugurated its first property in Frankfurt, the prominent commercial hub of Germany. Founded by Navneet Bali, former CEO and chairman of Meininger Hotels, LyvInn Hotels presents a distinctive "hybrid" concept that combines flexible accommodations, co-working spaces, and social areas to cater to both short and extended stays.