Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏥 SIRO One Za’abeel, the first wellness hotel by Kerzner International, opens for reservations, marking its debut on February 1, 2024, in Dubai's iconic One Za’abeel complex. The hotel is poised to transform the hospitality sector with a focus on fitness and recovery, embodying Kerzner's vision to merge health and hospitality. Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, highlights SIRO as an incubator concept blending science and innovation in response to the growing trend of physical health and recovery as wellness.

🏠 The Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul has unveiled a total overhaul, featuring the revamped Sanitas Spa & Wellness luxury center. Blending modern luxury with Ottoman-inspired elements, the redesigned spa offers VIP private Turkish bath, massage rooms, fitness center, skincare treatment room, sauna, indoor pool, changing rooms, and reception area. Guests can indulge in soothing massages, traditional Turkish bath rituals, and luxurious face and body treatments, with tailored dietary programs and specialized physiotherapy also available.

📌 Marriott International opened its 500th establishment in the Caribbean/Latin America region, Almare, a Luxury Collection Resort, Isla Mujeres, Adult All-Inclusive. President of Caribbean/Latin America (CALA) Brian King announced the milestone. The adults-only resort features 109 suites with private balconies and ocean views, seven dining venues, and an infinity pool. Almare is the 62nd luxury property in the region for Marriott, which plans to expand with Paraiso de la Bonita in Mexico by Q1 2025 and W Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic by Q2 2025. Marriott entered the all-inclusive segment in 2019.

🏨 Wyndham introduces Wyndham Residence® in the U.S., targeting expansion across top 50 markets, with five residence-type hotels open or under development. Reside, known for corporate lodging, operates in 60 countries and pairs with Wyndham to offer upscale, professionally managed extended stays. Amit Sripathi, Wyndham's Director of Development, highlights the model’s appeal for long-term stays and group travel. Reside has over three decades of experience in alternative lodging and multifamily units.

🎁 Ennismore, a rapidly growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, along with investors Chagall B.V and White House Development B.V., announced the signing of the first Mama Shelter hotel in the Netherlands. Scheduled to open in Amsterdam's Noord district in Q1 2027, Mama Shelter Amsterdam is designed with bold interiors and will feature 150 rooms across two categories, including the brand's iconic cartoon masks. The hotel aims to blend local charm with Mama Shelter's distinctive spirit.

🏡 Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz, an iconic five-star luxury hotel on the island of Gozo, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023. Opened in 1999, it has become a symbol of elegance and authentic Gozitan hospitality, hosting international visitors. A summer garden-party with owners, ministers, ambassadors, officials, celebrities, media, and loyal guests marked the milestone. The hotel boasts a reputation for excellence, combining luxury with local charm, offering fine dining and exquisite spa treatments while deeply rooted in local culture and community. General Manager Eike Clausen highlights the anniversary as a celebration of heritage and future.

🏨 The Regent Santa Monica Beach has opened, joining IHG Hotels & Resorts' luxury and lifestyle portfolio as the first flagship Regent property in America. Located near Santa Monica Pier, the hotel merges timeless elegance with modern luxury, reinventing the iconic Regent brand. General Manager Younes Atallah honors the introduction of this historic brand to Southern California, aiming to create unforgettable experiences for guests in Santa Monica.

🗺 Announced in December 2022 by Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Sindalah project marks a milestone for NEOM's development. After two years of intensive work with up to 30,000 people, Sindalah showcases engineering prowess, aligning with Vision 2030 for booming luxury tourism. Located 5 km off NEOM's coast, the island spans 840,000 sqm. By 2028, it aims to host 2,400 visitors daily and create 3,500 jobs. NEOM's Nadhmi Al-Nasr emphasizes commitment to luxury tourism, with over 1,100 fish species and 300 coral species protected in Sindalah's waters. The island, with a marina holding 86 slots, caters to luxury travelers.

🏥 LFPI and ten private investors acquire Hôtel Le Yachtman in La Rochelle. The 4-star, 46-key hotel, owned by famed Michelin-starred chef Jacques Le Divellec for decades, boasts a prestigious 2-star Michelin restaurant, enhancing its reputation. Strategically located in the city's historic center near the Old Port, the hotel attracts both leisure and business travelers. La Rochelle's tourism is booming, with a calendar full of major professional and cultural events, including the Grand Pavois.

🏠 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.