Hotels in Israel have shown encouraging growth in performance over the past year, albeit that the recent tension and conflict the region has been experiencing will have a profound effect on this year's performance.
Oded Lifschitz, the highest-ranking Israeli in the global Hilton chain, says the surveys are useless, and he isn't afraid of the Internet, either. When Oded Lifschitz walks down the street and sees an old building, he automatically wonders if it could be transformed into a boutique hotel. That's where his heart is. Lifschitz, UK and Israel area vice president for Hilton Worldwide, loves old buildings with a rich history that can be reinvigorated.
Hilton Worldwide's Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem, marking the brand's continuing expansion in iconic landmark destinations across the world. Set within a uniquely preserved ottoman façade, a meticulous restoration and ambitious construction have created an exceptional new luxury hotel which sits majestically at a crossroads between the charms of the walled Old City and the modern bustle of Jerusalem.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. unveiled its first hotel in Israel today, with the much anticipated official opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya. Spectacularly located overlooking the Mediterranean, the property is a first-of-its-kind industry leader for Israel's luxury hotel market and the country's first true 21st century "Urban Resort".
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the leader in luxury hospitality, has confirmed their first hotel in Israel will officially open its doors in late 2013. The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya is located in the exclusive residential seafront town north of Tel Aviv, and will be the first global luxury branded hotel in the country.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that it will debut the W brand in Israel in 2015 with the opening of W Tel Aviv - Jaffa and The Residences at W Tel Aviv - Jaffa. Owned by Manhattan-based RFR Holding, the hotel will be set inside a historic 19th century heritage building in the revitalised ancient port neighbourhood of Jaffa. W Tel Aviv - Jaffa is being designed by acclaimed British architect John Pawson along with Ramy Gill Architects and Urban Designers, who has also designed the new Jaffa port.
Israel continues to be a popular tourism destination. After the Gaza Strip turmoil and the uncertainty about the effects of the Arab Spring in this region, the number of foreign travelers entering Israel increased to 3,5 million tourists. The Israeli hospitality sector offers top quality accommodation and continues to expand. Currently TOPHOTELPROJECTS (www.tophotelprojects.com), the worldwide leading provider of global b2b hotel data and lead contacts, counts five new top hotel projects in the "holy land" in its database tool. An outstanding project is the construction of the Herods Hotel in Herzliya, north of Tel Aviv. The premium resort will have 250 rooms and should be finished by late 2013. The next opening of premium branded Herods is the inauguration of Herods Dead Sea Hotel on 26 March this year. The outstanding interior design is by German-based hotel interior architect Andreas Neudahm.
Tareq Al Naser has been a long time outstanding employee at Landmark Hotel Amman. He was the Sales and Marketing Manager and later became the Business Development Manager with 25 years of work experience in the hospitality industry. He was appointed General Manager due to his constant drive for the growth and efficiency of the Hotel, its team and himself.
Varsano luxury suites are located in the exclusive neighborhood of Neve Tzedek. Neve Tzedek is home to a fine selection of boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and bars, and close to downtown Tel Aviv's clubs and sights as well as to Jaffa's beautiful attractions. A short walk away you will also find the Guttman Museum, the Jaffa flea market & old city, Rothschild Blvd, Tel Aviv promenade, Suzanne Dallal Center and of course Tel Aviv's gorgeous beach.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. today announced plans for its first property in Israel at the marina in Herzliya, a coastal suburb just north of Tel Aviv. Due to open in March 2012, the 110-room hotel will also include 85 Ritz-Carlton Residential Suites. The project is co-owned by Tidhar (owned by Gil Geva and Arye Bachar) Adi Strauss and Irit Strauss, and represents an investment of US $160 million.
Fattal Hotel Management Co. has purchased the hotel assets of Azorim Tourism—including the ownership of 10 properties as well as the lease for one additional hotel and the management rights to another—for about US$70 million cash and the assumption of about US$260 million in debt. The deal solidifies Fattal's position as the largest hotel company in Israel, with about 30 properties.
PARSIPPANY, N.J. | Ramada Worldwide today announced that the 370-room hotel located at Ruppin Bridge, Herzl Boulevard in Jerusalem will now feature the Ramada brand name, making the hotel the brand's first property in Israel.