Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏠 Sir Richard Branson's Kasbah Tamadot, part of Virgin Limited Edition, reopens in Morocco's High Atlas mountains after a year-long restoration due to a devastating earthquake. It now boasts a fully restored main structure, a new restaurant named Asayss, and six new, unique riads, expanding the hotel's capacity from 28 to 42 rooms. The hotel is celebrated for its exceptional Berber hospitality and an all-Moroccan staff.

🏡 In Gréoux-les-Bains, the historic Villa Castellane Hôtel & Spa 4* has been renovated, preserving its 19th-century charm while introducing contemporary architecture. The Atelier Xy Archi studio, led by Audrey Marasse and Didier Le Guen, designed the hotel's 61 double rooms, suites, and apartments with a modern Provençal art de vivre. The hotel features a Nuxe spa, a mirrored pool, a lounge bar, and a bistronomic restaurant.

🏨 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts signed an exclusive development agreement with NILE Hospitality LLP to launch Microtel by Wyndham in India, targeting the opening of 40 hotels by 2031. Wyndham aims to leverage NILE's regional expertise to expand in one of the world's most dynamic hotel markets, where it currently owns 60 hotels with a projected growth of at least 25% in the next 18 months. The first hotels are expected to open in 2025, focusing on efficiency and value in Tier II, III, and IV cities.

💰 The Originals Human Hotels & Resorts launched two new offers for business travelers: "Bed & Breakfast" and "Soirée Étape" which includes dinner. Over half of the 116 participating hotels offer a consistent rate throughout the year, enhancing pricing transparency. The Originals Hotels' loyalty program has 190,000 members who enjoy additional discounts. Example rates: Grand Hôtel, The Originals Relais (Évaux-les-Bains) - "Bed & Breakfast" at €80, "Soirée Etape" at €98; The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Amiens Sud - "Bed & Breakfast" at €110, "Soirée Étape" at €134.

🏡 Mandarin Oriental unveils its first group of private residences in Abu Dhabi, on Saadiyat Island, developed by Aldar. The 228 luxury residences, some with views of the National Zayed Museum or fountains, are located in Saadiyat's cultural district, close to Saadiyat Grove's dining, shopping, and activities. Residents will have privileged access to neighboring museums, showcasing Mandarin Oriental's legendary service and commitment to exceptional experiences.

🎷 At Val Thorens, Europe's highest ski resort, Hôtel Marielle is set to unveil the first vinyl bar, where guests can enjoy a retro musical après-ski experience. Launching in over a month at the Grande Première, the bar will feature a DJ spinning vinyl records selected by patrons from a collection of over 1000, every evening from 6 to 8 PM. Since December 2021, Director Grégoire Le Solleuz and his 70-strong team have been enhancing guest experiences with creative and surprising activities.

🎸 Siyam World Maldives celebrates its 3rd anniversary from October 28 to November 1, 2024, with a four-day event featuring Halloween festivities, live music, shows, Diwali celebrations, and a football clinic for 5-12 year-olds led by English football legend Rio Ferdinand. Children have the opportunity to train with the former Manchester United player during this exclusive event aimed at fun and skill development. The celebration kicks off with a gala dinner at Tempo restaurant, complemented by performances from world magic mental champions, Lucca & Anca.

🏨 At the end of summer, Fort Saint Laurent****, a 16th-century building in Lyon's historic Croix-Rousse district, opened as the 4th Handwritten Collection hotel by Accor after two years of renovation. Architects Cécile Chomard and Marion Simeone led the restoration, preserving original features. It has 35 rooms over 3 floors, accommodating 2-5 guests each. Amenities include a 61.5 m² event space for up to 60 people, a 27 m² lounge, and a forthcoming wellness area by Sothys. Its 112 m² terrace offers cocktails and local products.

🏠 Edgar Suites expands to the French Riviera, opening a new high-end aparthotel in Cannes on December 1. The residence, located in the former Hôtel de France on rue d'Antibes, will feature 10 fully-equipped apartments ranging from 40 to 90 square meters distributed over six floors, equivalent to 34 hotel rooms. The aparthotel can accommodate couples, families, and groups up to 8 people, and boasts a luxury duplex Penthouse with a sauna, jacuzzi, and a 150 square meter rooftop offering panoramic city and sea views.

❄ MMV opens its Résidence Club l'Altaviva in Tignes 1800 and Village Club Les Arolles in Val Thorens starting November 30, three weeks before Christmas vacation. 15 establishments will open before Christmas, offering early bird skiing. The most affordable weeks are before Christmas, with prices as low as €413 for a 4-person 2-room at Résidence Club de Sainte Foy from December 14-21, and €672 per person for a full-board stay at Village Club de la Plagne 2000 for the same dates.