Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏢 IWG lance un nouveau site de coworking sous la marque HQ à Noisy-le-Grand le 15 octobre, élargissant son offre en Île-de-France. Situé à 20 minutes de Nation via le RER A, ce nouvel espace de travail répond à la demande de travail hybride, s'ajoutant aux 42 sites IWG existants en banlieue parisienne. Dans le cadre de son expansion mondiale, IWG a signé 465 nouveaux sites prévus pour le premier semestre 2024.

🍷 Mercure, part of Accor group, reached 1000 hotels this year after celebrating its 50th anniversary. Jean-Yves Minet highlighted Mercure's ability to blend local authenticity with global brand impact. New openings include Dubai Deira (January), Bangkok Surawong (May), London Earls Court (July), and the largest Mercure hotel worldwide in Singapore with 989 rooms. Present in 68 countries, Mercure has Accor's largest development pipeline with over 210 hotels planned by 2028.

🏨 "Sleepless in the kitchen", the first campaign by Guide MICHELIN for the British market, highlights its new hotel selection, launched alongside the Clefs MICHELIN in April in France and October 1 in the UK. The campaign promotes over 6,000 remarkable hotels, with 1,400 awarded one to three Clefs MICHELIN in 2024 for exceptional stay experiences. The recommended hotels can be booked via the Guide's website and mobile app.

☕ Columbus Café, established in 1994 and acquired by Wagram Finances in 2007, averages 20 new openings annually over the past decade, reaching 250 franchised coffee shops in France. The brand aims to double this to 500 locations by 2024/2025, with new outlets in city centers, shopping malls, commercial galleries, high-traffic areas like train stations, and partnered sites such as Leroy Merlin and Michelin. Internationally, success in Canada drives a goal of 15 openings per year to hit 100 Canadian stores within five years. Celebrating 30 years, the chain highlights its French expertise and organic coffee options, including a 100% Arabica for espresso, all roasted in France.

🏠 Viceroy Ombria Algarve, expansing Viceroy's European footprint, offers 141 accommodations over 5.2 hectares with 20 room types, including terraces, private pools, and kitchenettes. Located north of Loulé, 30 minutes from Faro Airport and Algarve's coast, it features six unique culinary venues showcasing local produce.

🏠 Kempinski will manage 37 exclusive luxury residences at Kempinski Bayil Bay in Baku, Azerbaijan, opening in 2025, offering views of the Caspian Sea. Developed by Baku City Residences, the company has completed seven residential projects totaling over 2,500 homes and is working on five more. Kempinski aims to provide a luxurious lifestyle with elegant hospitality and inspiring sea views.

🏖️ Belambra Clubs, French holiday club leader, notes increased reservation anticipation for the upcoming winter season in high-altitude resorts. In 2023, it introduced two new 5B clubs at Flaine and Les Deux Alpes. This year, clubs are opening a week earlier, starting December 14. The “all inclusive” 5B clubs appeal to families with ski-in/ski-out access, child care services, and full catering, aligning with their motto "nothing to think about, nothing to manage, just enjoy".

🏖️ The Résidence l'Éclat des Vériaz in Megève, the 17th property of Terrésens, welcomes guests for the first time this winter. Featuring a warm ambiance with decor that nods to bygone mountain life and natural materials curated by Géraud Cornillon, it caters to couples, families, and large groups. The concierge service fulfills all needs, from restaurant reservations to activity planning. Amenities include a spa with an indoor-outdoor pool, sauna, hammam, salt grotto, and fitness room.

🏖️ Cheval Blanc Seychelles will open on December 1, 2024, in Anse Intendance, Mahé Island. The resort features 52 villas, including 24 beachfront and 28 hillside, ranging from 220 m² to 620 m², each with a private pool of at least 12.5 m in length. Designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, known for Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives, the property boasts contemporary architecture with local inspiration. Artworks by Joël Andrianomearisoa and Prune Nourry are showcased, complementing the dining experiences offered by five unique restaurants, including Le White and Vivamento.

😊 Layan Life by Anantara, a world-class wellness center, opens at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort. Offering programs from 3 to 10 days, it merges advanced medical diagnostics with ancient Thai healing practices in a 1,767 m² biophilic space. Specialized programs target health goals like weight management and anti-aging, crafted by expert physicians and traditional Thai medicine practitioners, set amidst tropical gardens and Andaman Sea views.