Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏦 Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, will officially join The Luxury Collection of Marriott International in January 2025, after a recent opening in autumn. Located in the heart of Milan on Piazzetta Bossi, near Teatro alla Scala and Brera, the hotel is a restored modernist building by Pietro Lingeri, redesigned by renowned architect Patricia Urquiola. The addition strengthens Marriott's presence in one of Europe's most dynamic and sophisticated cities.

🏨 B&B HOTELS opens a new hotel in Madrid's Carabanchel district, bringing their count to 15 in Madrid, surpassing Catalonia's 12. The B&B Hotel Madrid Carabanchel features 121 rooms and a meeting space. Since 2019, B&B HOTELS doubled their revenue and now operates 56 hotels in Spain and 17 in Portugal, totaling over 5,000 rooms. With 20 hotels under construction, they aim for 200 properties by 2030. Partnerships with Meridia, Avintia, and CEP are key to their growth strategy.

🏦 Rotana plans to develop 36 new properties across 22 cities in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Turkey, including 9 in Saudi Arabia (KSA). Following the 2024 opening of three establishments such as Nova M, the first Edge by Rotana in the KSA, the company aims to triple its keys to 6,000 within three years. Currently, with 11 hotels in KSA, Rotana anticipates opening 5 more in 2025, including Yasmina Rayhaan by Rotana in Riyadh. These expansions align with Saudi Vision 2030 and respond to the region's travel demand, with KSA ranking third globally for international tourist arrival growth at 25% in the first nine months of 2024 over the same period in 2023.

🌏 The Cappadocia Marriott Hotel, nestled in the lunar landscapes of Cappadocia, has 298 rooms, making it the largest and most modern facility in the region. Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, VP at Marriott International, emphasizes the hotel’s dedication to creating memorable stays with attentive service, quality experiences, and deep cultural immersion. The hotel's architecture blends local stone with earth tones, honoring Cappadocia's natural beauty and cultural heritage, including a unique collection of Venessa Ceramics by local artisans.

🏨 Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of 10 new luxury hotels from September 2024 to the end of 2025. Spanning from an elegant hotel in the heart of London to a lush private island in the Caribbean, the world's largest independent hotel brand is expanding its international portfolio. CEO Lindsey Ueberroth emphasizes the inclusion of two exceptional establishments in the prestigious Legend Collection, offering more than just accommodation with personalized activities, exceptional food, and authentic local experiences.

🏠 Maison Barrière Vendôme, a 5-star hotel with 26 rooms, suites, and apartments, opens today between Place Vendôme and the Jardins des Tuileries in Paris. It is a partnership between Groupe Barrière and Groupe Evens, inspired by Corinne Evens's brand Goralska. The hotel is designed to celebrate visionary women and offers bespoke luxury services.

📍 In 2025, Sunêlia Vacances will expand its offerings to over 60 destinations through a partnership with Italy's Baia Holiday, adding 10 new locations in Italy and 1 in Croatia. This collaboration will introduce a diverse range of accommodations and is rooted in shared values such as excellence, environmental respect, and customer satisfaction. New destinations will be accessible in major European tourist regions. ????

🏠 Le Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok, opened today in the One Bangkok district, towering at 216 meters with views of Lumpini Park. Tina Liu, the hotel's General Manager, emphasizes memorable moments and cultural respect. Tina Edmundson, Marriott International's Luxury Division President, notes this opening as a key milestone in Southeast Asia. The hotel showcases Thai heritage, modern design by SOM and A49, and interiors by PIA. Features include rooms with private terraces, an exclusive 23rd-floor Club Lounge, and three distinguished restaurants: Duo by David Toutain, Lily's, and Caleō.

🏨 Travelodge acquires former Ibis hotel at Bromley Mall, southeast London, targeting Easter 2025 opening. The well-known British budget hotel brand signs a 25-year lease, planning a 59-room refurbishment. As part of Travelodge's strategic expansion, it eyes more than 100 potential sites in London, including office conversions, existing property acquisitions, and pre-funded developments. The brand also ventures into St Paul's with a planned 95-room office conversion, pending planning permission.

🏕 Sunêlia Vacances, a high-end outdoor hotel chain, partnered with Italian group Baia Holiday, adding 10 new prestigious establishments in Italy and 1 in Croatia to its network. This brings the total number of destinations for the 2025 season to over 60. The partnership is based on shared values and the desire to develop a coherent offering in new markets for their vacationers. The brands emphasize unique locations, customer experience, and high-quality standards.