A new research by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed a massive labour shortfall, with 263,000 direct Travel & Tourism jobs in Italy remaining unfilled by the end of 2021.
The oldest continuously operating hotel in the city, The Hotel Danieli, will soon exit the Marriott system, part of the Luxury Collection-brand, and become Four Seasons in 2024 after extensive 30 million euro renovations.
Oetker Collection is pleased to share that Mr. Fabio Datteroni has been appointed General Manager of Hotel La Palma, the group's first Italian Masterpiece Hotel opening summer 2022.
Dorchester Collection announces the appointment of Mirko Cattini as general manager of Rome's Hotel Eden, starting from 14 February 2022. He will be taking over from Luca Virgilio, who is moving to London in January 2022 as general manager of The Dorchester.
Opening in early 2022, Cosmopolita Rome joins eight Hilton hotels in the Eternal city.
Designed by much loved Italian interior designer Paola Navone, the chic property inside a former monastery is inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy, playfully blending scenes from 'Hell' and 'Paradise' in the heart of Florence .
Industrial architecture and a vision of the past meet at NH Hotel Group's evocative new NH Collection Venezia Murano Villa hotel. Located within the former "Fornace De Majo" glassworks, the new 4-star property welcomes its guests to a truly unique environment on the Island of Murano in the Venetian Lagoon.
More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer travellers an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beloved countries: Italy.
With 7 new Garden Suites and an elegant, reviving design for the Lobby.
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today makes its stylish and spirited Italian debut, with the much-anticipated opening of W Rome. The 162-room hotel, spanning two adjacent 19th century palazzos, makes a captivating entrance as it redefines discerning hospitality in the heart of the Eternal City. Primely located on Via Liguria next to the Spanish Steps, W Rome is owned by King Street Capital Management, a global alternative investment firm, with development manager Omnam Investment Group and Italian asset management firm Kryalos SGR.
Rocco Forte Hotels announces the appointment of Antonello de Medici as the Group Director of Operations.
Hines, the international real estate firm, and Blue Noble, an investment manager on the international real estate scene, have invested in a joint venture in the fund managed by Antirion SGR called Smart Stay. The latter has finalised a lease agreement with J.K. Place for the asset in Via Borgospesso 15 in Milan. Leader in the luxury hospitality sector, the Italian brand has chosen this prestigious property in the heart of the city's fashion district as its first property in Milan.
Azora, the Madrid-based European private equity real estate manager, announces that it has completed the acquisition of Bluserena SPA, the second largest resort operator in Italy, from the Maresca family. The acquisition has been completed on behalf of Azora’s latest pan-European hospitality fund, Azora European Hotel & Lodging, F.C.R. (the “Fund”).
Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice is situated close to the Venetian Ghetto in the northern part of the city. The hotel's 52 beautifully designed rooms, offering views of the Cannaregio Canal, city streets or the quiet courtyard, create a sense of serenity through a refined color palette and soft fabrics. The interior decoration preserves the stuccos and frescoes attributed to the Italian sculptor Alessandro Vittoria, who also remodeled the palazzo in the 1680s.
Global lifestyle brand Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce the launch of its first hotel and a second restaurant in Italy.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a franchised agreement with Borealis Hotel Group to open Holiday Inn Express Rome - Airport. Planned to open in 2023, the 224-room hotel will add a simple and smart option for travellers on the go by providing the perfect place to rest, relax and recharge, whether for business or leisure. The project will be developed in Parco Leonardo by Fonte (Leonardo Caltagirone Group), one of Italy's largest developers, and will showcase the fresh and contemporary style of the brand's Next Generation design, a first for the Holiday Inn Express brand in Italy.
We are pleased to announce the addition of Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel to the brand's portfolio, heralding the continued growth of Anantara's European footprint.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of IL Tornabuoni Hotel in Florence. The luxurious 62-bedroom Renaissance-inspired former palace signifies the debut of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand in Italy, known for its independent, one-of-a-kind hotels that offer bespoke experiences that inspire guests.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is making strides against its expansion strategy in Italy, as it opens three new hotels and signs a further two in 2021, doubling the size of its premium and lifestyle portfolio in the region.
BeyondTV GuestCast (BTV), a full-service provider of guestroom entertainment services and solutions, has announced the successful implementation of its BeyondTV GuestCast in-room entertainment solution in Aurelia Antica Suites & Apartments. A newly opened property located just minutes away from the center of Rome. Designed to fit the needs of long-term and short-term guests alike, the property delivers the tranquility and privacy of an apartment without sacrificing the superior services and amenities of a 4-star hotel. By adopting BeyondTV GuestCast in the property’s modern suites, Aurelia Antica Suites & Apartments is set to further promote comfort, connectivity and personalized control in guest rooms.