ActivumSG, a leading independent pan-European real estate investment manager, has completed the sale of the 118-room Palacio Solecio hotel in Malaga. The asset has been purchased for €51 million by an undisclosed buyer.
Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay has appointed José Manuel Molina as General Manager as the hotel opened its doors for 2024. Molina joins the helm from OKU Hotels where he spent a year prior as General Manager.
Thousands of people protested in Tenerife on Saturday, calling for the Spanish island to temporarily limit tourist arrivals to stem a boom in short-term holiday rentals and hotel construction that is driving up housing costs for locals.
Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand which operates approximately 600 hotels, today announces that it is acquiring six hotels, totalling 773 rooms, in Spain from Louvre Hotels Group.
Calling all bon vivants and connoisseurs! Ferran Adrià, the father of modern occidental gastronomy and one of the most influential chefs in the world, is opening the doors of elBulli1846 for a once-in-a-lifetime stay on Airbnb. Guests will be able to sleep in the former restaurant, a mythical space with spectacular Mediterranean sea views, venerated by food lovers around the world.
The Grand Hyatt Barcelona, through a local agreement, has chosen Wifirst for the deployment and management of a new WiFi infrastructure as part of the transformation of this Barcelona gem situated in the heart of Avenida Diagonal. The Grand Hyatt Barcelona now embodies a perfect fusion of refinement, elegance, but also technology avant-garde.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Grand Hyatt Barcelona, the first urban Grand Hyatt hotel in Spain, located in one of the most visited cities in the world. Marking the fifth Grand Hyatt hotel operating in Europe, this expansion also reflects Hyatt's accelerated brand growth in Spain. Hyatt offers the fourth-largest hospitality portfolio in Spain by room count, spanning eight different brands and 50 properties in the country.
easyHotel, the low carbon affordable hotel chain, is delighted to announce that it has acquired a site to undertake the construction and development of a new hotel in the vibrant city of Alicante, Spain. This milestone aligns with easyHotel's robust growth strategy across Europe, with an emphasis on new hotels in France and Spain, building upon the groups leading brand awareness in travel.
Spain was the most active hotel investment market in Europe, with €4.2Bn transacted during 2023, a 44% increase relative to 2022. Portfolio dealsrepresented more than half of 2023 volume, among which are the sale of Blackstone’s 35% stakes in HIP to GIC (63 properties out of 77 in Spain) andPortfolio Equity Inmuebles to ADIA (17 hotels). Sovereign funds and other players with less reliance on debt drove the activity.
Six Senses Ibiza has announced the appointment of David Mulin as General Manager. With 15 years' of experience in senior management positions at luxury resorts across the globe, David joins from a multi-property managerial position across the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara and the Hotel Boutique Bóvedas de Santa Clara, Colombia. Prior to this, David served as the General Manager of the Sofitel Baru Calablanca Beach Resort, which successfully launched amidst the challenges of the pandemic.
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.