Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Bpifrance joins somnOO, a top independent hotel group in Europe founded by Lars Backhaus and Christian Rousseau in 2014, aiming to rank among Europe's top five hotel owners/operators. With over 60 hotels, more than 4400 rooms, and €100M revenue managed in 2024, somnOO, supported by France Investissement Tourisme 3 fund, is expanding, planning to own 100% of its properties. Success is driven by a startup culture, managerial trust, initiative freedom, and operational performance.

🏦 Hilton partners with Loughview Leisure Group for a franchise agreement, launching the DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square near Belfast City Hall. This hotel, featuring the Jaffe Penthouse and 131 rooms and suites, is part of Hilton's growth strategy, alongside the upcoming openings of DoubleTree by Hilton Derry-Londonderry and Marcus Hotel Portrush, Tapestry Collection, both expected in 2025. Hilton's portfolio in Northern Ireland will total seven properties, marking the region as a key strategic expansion point and bolstering its economic appeal.

🏠 Swiss-Belhotel International expands in Egypt with Swiss-Belresidences Manaj, a venture with Manaj Developments SAE featuring 200 premium apartments in New Cairo's sought-after southern investors district. The agreement was sealed on January 16 at Swiss-Belhotel's Dubai regional headquarters. This collaboration aims to transform Egypt's real estate landscape, promising sustainable, quality developments to enhance daily living and contribute to Cairo's growth. Swiss-Belresidences Manaj will blend elegance with functionality, targeting an exceptional living experience.

🏖️ Bvlgari Resort & Mansions at Cave Cay to include 64 luxury suites, villas, and 48 mansions for sale. Cave Cay, a 220-acre private island in the Exumas, features white-sand beaches, caves, and hills with Caribbean and Atlantic views. Facilities include a wellness center, multisport enclave, kids' club, Bvlgari Bar, and Il Ristorante by Michelin-starred chef Niko Romito. The marina offers various water sports and local excursions. Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of Bvlgari, highlighted Exumas as a glamorous Caribbean destination.

🏨 Alexandre Hotels, an owner-operator group based in Spain, acquired the 300-room four-star Grand Teguise Playa hotel in Lanzarote, Canary Islands. The sellers were CaixaBank, holding a 60% share, and Spanish real estate investor Metrópolis, with 40%. This expands Alexandre Hotels' portfolio, which includes properties in Tenerife and Barcelona, marking Lanzarote as a new destination for the group.

🏖 Forte Village Resort, located 45 minutes from Cagliari, named Best World Resort for the 26th consecutive year, is set to introduce new suites, bungalows, restaurants, a park, and an expanded sports and wellness offering in 2025. Hotel Il Castello will feature the new beachfront Suite Perla with wooden finishes and white tones, as well as revamped Executive Deluxe Mare rooms and reception area. Villa Elina within the resort adds a new suite with four luxury bedrooms, a heated pool, private garden, and 24/7 butler service.

🏠 Aman Nai Lert Bangkok, set in the verdant seclusion of Nai Lert Park, will open on April 2, 2025, in Bangkok's embassy district, Lumpini. The 52-suite hotel features an exclusive Aman Club, a 1,500 square meter Aman Spa & Wellness Centre, and exceptional signature residences. It marks Aman's return to its origins since the 1988 launch of Amanpuri in Phuket. Reservations are open for stays beginning April 2, 2025. It will be Aman's 36th location and 3rd urban property after Aman Tokyo and Aman New York.

🏂 Odalys Vacances opens a new 4* Prestige residence named L’Ecrin de Vars in the heart of Vars, providing direct access to La Forêt Blanche ski slopes. The residence features 63 apartments, from 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom units for up to 8 guests, with fully equipped interiors and balconies offering mountain views. Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, lounge lobby, fitness room, ski storage, online check-in, and pre-arrival bed preparation. After Serre-Chevalier, Auron, and Praloup 1500, this reinforces Odalys' presence in the Southern Alps.

🏠 Le Mas du Chemin de la Mer, a renovated Catalan sheepfold with 7 Mediterranean-style rooms, joined Gîtes de France in 2025 with a 5-ear rating. Located 3km from Saint-Cyprien beach, it offers a countryside setting, a garden, a large pool, and services from the 5-star L’Île de la Lagune hotel, part of the Roussillhotel group. The accommodation is designed for families or friends seeking tranquility near the sea.

💻 IWG, a global leader in hybrid work solutions, is opening a new Regus site in Tours Aéronef, located in the dynamic business district of Tours Nord, France. The facility opens on February 24, catering to the increasing demand for hybrid workspaces. In 2024, IWG expanded its footprint in France with 14 new sites, averaging more than one opening per month. This new opening strengthens IWG's presence in the Centre-Val de Loire region.