Ouvertures d’hôtels

???? 🏨 In Bordeaux, the former Virgin Mégastore, operational for 23 years, is set to be transformed into a 5-star hotel by IHG Group, adopting a luxury lifestyle brand similar to Intercontinental Paris Opera and Kimpton Opera. The transformation was revealed by Actu Bordeaux.

🏨 Épopée Gestion's first investment through Épopée Hôtels I fund includes acquiring the Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites in Nantes and La Rochelle. The hotel management will be operated by Younight Hospitality, a subsidiary of Vicartem. Arnaud Lehuédé, partner and director of sustainable real estate at Épopée Gestion, highlights the partnership's alignment with the company's impact strategy and commitment to local territories. Younight's Romain Gowhari notes the opportunity to enhance their presence in the Atlantic Arc region by renovating hotels to meet the demands for innovative, sustainable, and authentic destinations.

❄ Cimalpes offers luxury chalets in Courchevel, with prices starting at €17,000 per week, reaching up to €85,000. Chalet Khoton, located in Courchevel le Praz, features chic architecture, 4 levels with a central staircase, and high-end amenities including a large pool, two saunas, a hammam, and two Japanese baths. It offers 5 en-suite bedrooms to accommodate 10 guests, with ski-in/ski-out possibilities depending on snow conditions.

🏡 All Suites Appart & Hôtel Paris 13 Porte d’Italie offers 150 rooms, from single accommodations to fully-equipped apartments for 6. Features include a 70-seat restaurant "All Together," a 350 m² national brand gym, a seminar room for nearly 100 people, lounge areas, a lobby-bar, laundry, and coworking space. The Pichet Group won the development project in 2017, designed by Laisné-Roussel and Advento architects, aiming for sustainability with rainwater recycling and several environmental certifications: NF Habitat HQE Very High Performance, Effinergie + label, E+C- (level E2C1).

🏡 Rocco Forte House Milan opened on August 29, 2024, in the heart of Milan's fashion district. It features 11 exclusive apartments designed by Olga Polizzi and Paolo Moschino, offering luxury, privacy, and personalized service. This unique residence concept, first of its kind in Milan, is housed in a 19th-century palazzo on the prestigious Via della Spiga.

🏖️ In 2024, Sunêlia Vacances, a leader in 4 & 5-star open-air hotels, partnered with Sea Green, adding 8 establishments to its network. Five Sea Green establishments are on the Atlantic coast: Emeraude (5 stars, 192 employees), Le Paradis (4 stars, 190 employees), Domaine les Grenettes (5 stars, hotel with 49 rooms, 200 employees), Domaine de La Forge (5 stars, 400 employees), and Erreka (4 stars, 179 employees). Two are on the Mediterranean: Cala LLevado (5 stars, 650 employees) and L’Occitan (4 stars, 194 employees), with the 8th, Château du Gibanel (4 stars, 258 employees), located in Corrèze.

🏖 InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the InterContinental Crete, its first property in the Greek islands, expanding IHG's luxury and lifestyle portfolio. The resort features modern architecture, two infinity pools with panoramic views of Mirabello Bay, three Mediterranean restaurants led by Michelin-starred Chef Nikos Roussos, a nature-inspired wellness center, and family amenities. Most rooms come with private pools and many are interconnecting, catering to couples, families, and intergenerational travelers. Situated near the cosmopolitan city of Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion's capital and airport are less than an hour away.

🍴 The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara introduces two new exclusive culinary experiences in Zambia: The Gorge Picnic and Zambezi Dining Experience, set in the Batoka Gorge and featuring local flavors. Guests are flown by helicopter to a secluded picnic spot overlooking the Zambezi River, indulging in gourmet dishes like Zambezi bream with ponzu sauce and boerewors beef in local herb jus, with a private beach setting ideal for intimate celebrations or corporate events. The experience concludes with a scenic flight over Victoria Falls.

🎂 Loulou, a chic Parisian restaurant, opens on December 6, 2024, at the Palace Barrière Les Neiges in Courchevel. Designed by architect Corinne Sachot, the venue offers a unique two-level experience that melds Alpine tradition with global influences. Features include warm woodwork, cozy furnishings, mountain views, and a large terrace that becomes a lively spot with DJ sets and hot cocktails.

🏡 The newly opened Les Lumières hotel in Versailles, a member of Relais & Château, offers a luxurious experience near the Château de Versailles, following its summer 2024 inauguration. With 31 rooms and suites, a spa in collaboration with Beau Domaine, Café Pierre Hermé, Bar des Philosophes, and the La Table des Lumières gastronomic restaurant, it represents French elegance. The vast gardens of the Château de Versailles cover approximately 800 hectares, ideal for strolling and admiring the scenery.