Zel, the hotel brand created by Meliá Hotels International and Rafael Nadal, has announced new expansion plans, as previously announced at Fitur by Meliá's Chairman and CEO, Gabriel Escarrer. He announced the brand's upcoming destinations, with the second Zel project set to open on the Costa Brava this summer, followed by new hotels in Madrid, Sayulita (Mexico), and Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) in 2025.
OKU Hotels is delighted to announce the appointment of Vasco Gomez as General Manager at OKU Ibiza. Joining ahead of the upcoming summer season, Vasco brings a wealth of expertise in luxury hospitality throughout Europe, focused on luxury and lifestyle hotels, and brings over a decade of experience leading strong teams in dynamic environments. With over 10 years of experience in inspiring and motivating teams, Vasco excels at implementing innovative solutions to drive growth and success through his extensive background in Food and Beverage operations, combined with his passion for crafting unique guest experiences.
The brand created by Meliá Hotels International and Rafa Nadal will bring its innovative "Mediterranean House" concept to the crystal-clear waters of Tossa de Mar.
Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson's collection of award-winning luxury hotels and retreats, is pleased to announce that its newest addition to the portfolio, Son Bunyola Hotel, and the three luxurious villas on its stunning 1,300-acre estate in Mallorca's Tramuntana Mountains, are set to re-open on 1st March 2024 and will remain open year-round.
Amadeus today announces the appointment of Maria Taylor as Senior Vice President of Marketing, Partnerships, and Commercial Operations, for Hospitality. Based in Madrid, Maria succeeds Paul Barron who held the role for the last three years.
Making its debut in Spain, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of Tivoli La Caleta Tenerife Resort, bringing the brand's timeless glamour to the Canary Islands. Following extensive renovations, Tivoli La Caleta opens its doors, welcoming guests with elegantly renovated guest rooms and suites, exciting dining concepts and a world-class spa, all with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the hotel's beautifully landscaped gardens.
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, is delighted to announce SLS Madrid Infantas Residences, Ennismore and the brand's first standalone residence in Spain. The building, which will undergo careful refurbishment beginning in early 2024, is steeped in history, designed by Spanish architect Eduardo Sanchez Eznarriaga in the 1920s and home to writer Enrique Jardiel Poncela.
The hotel, formerly known as Madrid Atocha Affiliated by Meliá and located in the literary heart of Madrid, has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen under the Meliá Collection brand, in response to the increasing demand for luxury accommodations in the capital city.
Meliá Hotels International, Spain's leading hotel company and a global hospitality giant, has announced the signing of its 28th hotel in Andalusia (Spain). This property is slated to be the premier luxury five-star hotel in the historic center of Cadiz city, operating under the distinguished Meliá Collection brand. The hotel's launch is scheduled for 2026 and will involve the transformation of two adjacent architecturally protected buildings on Alameda Apodaca, nestled between Zorrilla and General Menacho streets. These buildings, located in the San Carlos neighborhood and parallel to the sea, will give rise to this boutique hotel.
NEW ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACCOR BRAND - IN ALLIANCE WITH ITS FRANCHISEE CONTINUUM HOTEL MANAGEMENT - LOCATED IN WHAT WILL BE THE LARGEST LOGISTIC CENTRE IN MADRID.
The 49-bedroom hotel is in the historic centre of Seville, in the Encarnación neighborhood next to the square with Las Setas - a wooden structure designed by the Berlin architect Jürgen Mayer, which houses a rooftop terrace, a traditional market, restaurants, a performance square, and an archaeological museum.
After years of working and traveling around the world, Estreya Gosalbez has returned to her home country to lead the team that will reintroduce a beloved landmark hotel as Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor next year.
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid announces the appointment of Alejandro Bernabé as its General Manager and Regional Vice President after more than five years as the General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, making it his second hotel with the company. After eighteen years outside of Spain, having worked for AVANI Hotels and Kempinski Hotels & Resorts in Geneva, Bangkok, Dubai, among others.
Housed in one of Palma's oldest buildings, the newly opened Nobis Hotel Palma offers contemporary luxury steeped in 1,000 years of history. Interior design by the award-winning team at Wingårdhs and architecture by the Spanish studios Jordi Herrero Arquitectos and Eduardo Garcia Acuna Arquitectos reimagines the historic setting and reveals its centuries of layers while infusing it with new life. What was once an ancient fountain is now an intimate dipping pool. A serene historic nine-meter-high ceilings is housed in a former escape-route tunnel. Soaring nine-meter-high ceilings provide a magnificent backdrop for a unique cocktail bar. Also featuring two original inner courtyards, a rooftop terrace, and a signature restaurant helmed by renowned Mallorcan chef Xema Álvarez, Nobis Hotel Palma merges the past with the present, striking a harmonious balance between old and new.
Choice Hotels EMEA, the 100% franchise-focused hotel company, has signed a new Distribution Agreement with leading Spanish hotel chain Sercotel.
With more than 10 years in the hospitality industry, he holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality business management from Centro Superior de Hosteleria de Galicia as well as a Degree in Finance and Business Administration. He continued his studies with a master’s degree in International Financial Markets and another one in Data Science and Business Intelligence.
The fourth planned Thompson Hotel in Europe will build on Hyatt's intentional brand growth in the luxury and lifestyle segment across Europe.
Madrid’s hotel average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) reached the highest monthly levels on record, according to October 2023 preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
The ibis Styles Zumaia Zestoa hotel will open its doors at the end of 2025 and will be located in the heart of the Urola Valley.
ibis and 'The Voice' join forces once again in this new edition of the popular Antena 3 programme presented by Eva González. ibis, the leading international hotel brand in the economy hotel sector, with more than 1,200 establishments worldwide, has a passion for music as its brand, which is essential to the internationally recognised ibis MUSIC concept. Therefore, this alliance with 'The Voice' is a natural and mutually enriching partnership: music brings people together, encourages the exchange and mixing of different cultures and ibis also provides opportunities for emerging talents, something in which it fully agrees with 'The Voice'.