Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Premier Inn Deutschland signed its 100th project in Germany, marking an expansion milestone. The 200-room hotel is set to be located at Lietzenburger Straße 79/81, near Berlin's Kurfürstendamm, covering about 6,000 square meters over six floors. The new establishment, which is the chain's sixth in Berlin, is anticipated to open in 2028/29, highlighting Premier Inn's steady growth across major German cities.

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding in the UK, marking the debut of Garner Hotels in Scotland with the Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh, set to open in 2025. Located opposite Haymarket station, the 195-room hotel aims to offer affordable comfort and modern amenities, including a café Bar/To Go. Additionally, as part of IHG’s social responsibility, the hotel will donate £1 per stay to Action Against Hunger for a limited time. Garner Hotels, launched in 2023, is rapidly growing across Europe.

🏨 Myconian Collection opens two new 5-star hotels in Mykonos, DEOS and KOVE, in early May, blending timeless charm with a modern vibe for a memorable season. Promising unique and refined experiences, these establishments reflect Mykonos's perfect mix of tradition and modernity.

🏡 Marriott International and Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) announce a strategic partnership to launch The Luxury Collection resort on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. Satya Anand, President of Marriott International for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, expresses delight in supporting the emirate’s tourism sector. Khalid Anib, CEO of ADNH, highlights the project as a milestone in the UAE and an enhancement of their partnership with Marriott. The Luxury Collection Resort will feature 466 rooms and suites, 29 villas, restaurants, a spa, gym, kids club, pool, and a padel court, plus over 3,500 square meters of event space.

???? Acquired by Inwood Hotels in 2023, the historic five-star establishment L'Impérial Garoupe, part of Relais & Châteaux, will reopen as Villa Miraé, Cap d'Antibes in spring 2025. Villa Miraé will feature verdant oasis-like surroundings, Provencal mansion-style architecture, elegant interiors with artistic touches, Mediterranean gardens, and a signature pool blending water and sky, offering an immersive and emotional journey for visitors. The transformation is designed by architect Oscar Lucien Ono of Maison Numéro 20.

💄 The first Dior Spa in Italy has been launched at Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino, representing a significant milestone in the hotel's recently completed transformation. Situated on the second floor, the spa offers indoor-outdoor experiences with stunning views of the Ligurian coast, harmoniously aligned with the Dior Garden of Dreams within the hotel's gardens. The Dior Spa Splendido features four treatment rooms and combines tradition with contemporary design, reflecting Belmond's vision.

🏠 Four Seasons unveils new Private Residences in the heart of Georgetown, Washington D.C., setting a new standard of luxury with 64 bespoke residences ranging from studios to four-bedroom apartments. This project represents Four Seasons' entry into the U.S. capital, in partnership with The Georgetown Company, The Levy Group, and Mohari Hospitality. The residences offer the brand's legendary service, timeless design, and high-end amenities, reflecting Four Seasons' strategy to redefine global luxury and growth through standalone residential projects.

🏨 Iroko Zen expands into the Italian market by acquiring three hotels in the Bologna outskirts, Emilia-Romagna, marking its entry into Italy. After acquisitions in Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK, and France, this move is part of a geographic diversification strategy. Italy, being the 12th largest global economy, is vital for commercial real estate investment. The acquired hotels in Bologna, Sassuolo, and Ferrara, primarily leased to B&B Hotels, involve a total investment of €13.8 million, with an initial net yield of 7.58%. The average lease term is 18 years before the first termination option, providing long-term revenue stability.

🏡 Dominique Imbert, founder and president of Pierres d'histoire, inspired by the British Landmark Trust, created the company after a trip to Scotland about a decade ago. Pierres d'histoire, with a new location, Domaine de Richebourg, opening in a few months, transforms historical sites into hospitality experiences, combining hotel quality with the independence of holiday rentals. The company emphasizes nature and sustainability by incorporating green spaces and using second-hand decor and furniture.

🏨 Hospitality ON tracks international hotel openings, indicating new hotels on a map. The color code is: yellow for hotels opened this week, blue for announced openings, green for rebranded reopenings, and orange for signed projects. Photos and key information are provided for each property.