Ouvertures d’hôtels

🏨 Hôtel & Spa Oceania Les Augustins 4* in Lille is housed in a historic Art Deco building at 37 rue du Molinel. This former Scalbert-Dupont bank, designed by Jean Delrue and constructed between 1928-1929, has been transformed by Oceania Hotels into a modern destination. Located near major transport hubs and shopping areas, it serves both travelers and locals seeking relaxation or workspaces. The renovation aimed to blend architectural heritage with contemporary comfort.

🏨 Pascal Ranger recently opened the Château Rose hotel and restaurant in Grimaud, Var, in a renovated 19th-century building. This all-year-round establishment features 18 rooms, a 25-meter pool, and a rooftop overlooking the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Chef Christophe Chiavola leads the restaurant La Baie des Voiles, offering a Mediterranean menu with ingredients from the on-site garden. The interior design by Sylvie Hakim-Ranger's Verticale Concept preserves the historic charm of the location.

🏠 Edgar Suites inaugurates the new Résidence Église in Paris' 15th arrondissement. Located in the vibrant Commerce neighborhood, this upscale residence offers 106 rooms across 10 floors. Designed for premium comfort, it accommodates up to 10 guests per apartment, equipped with high-end amenities, exceptional bedding, and 24/7 digital reception. This expansion demonstrates Edgar Suites' commitment to providing luxurious and modern living spaces in urban centers.

🏨 En 2023, Florence accueillera Capella Florence, un hôtel de luxe de 89 clés, comprenant 33 suites, 56 chambres et 10 résidences. Conçu par RPA et De Vita & Schulze, avec des intérieurs contemporains de Liaigre, l'hôtel affichera un spa de 600 m², deux restaurants, un bar sur le toit et un speakeasy. En collaboration avec Cristiano Rinaldi, le projet marque l'entrée de Capella Hotels en Europe et reflète la culture locale.

📍 IHG Hotels & Resorts expands in West Africa with its first hotel in Senegal, the Holiday Inn SD City Dakar, set to open in 2027 in the sustainable development project of Diamniadio, near Dakar. Developed by Senegindia SA and operated by Valor Hospitality Partners, the hotel will serve both business and leisure travelers, being near the Abdou Diouf International Conference Center and Blaise Diagne Airport. This aligns with Senegal's goal for modern hospitality infrastructure.

📈 easyHotel prévoit de doubler sa taille avec l'arrivée d'un nouvel actionnaire en 2023 et continue cette stratégie en 2024 avec le rachat de Tristan Capital. Le concept repose sur des chambres compactes mais confortables, et ses avis clients s'améliorent constamment. Actuellement, deux tiers des revenus proviennent de l'extérieur du Royaume-Uni, alors que c'était l'inverse il y a trois ans. L'expansion européenne renforce l'effet de réseau.

📊 Bourges plans to add 520 new hotel rooms for a total of nearly 6,000 beds across all accommodation types. The projects target mid to high-end segments. The city anticipates 2 million visitors for "Bourges, European Capital of Culture 2028." The local economy is shifting due to global conflicts and France's defense focus. Improved cycling routes and rail links are expected. Companies like Alboran and Extendam are investing in the area by acquiring SHG's portfolio.

🏨 MEININGER Hotels reported 4.5 million overnight stays with nearly 80% occupancy. By 2025, they will open their first hotel in Spain, Barcelona (555 beds, 162 rooms), and expand to Edinburgh, Kiel, Strasbourg, and Tel Aviv. Renovations occurred in Berlin, Paris, Munich, and Vienna. Digitally, they plan a web check-in, a cloud-based HR system, and centralized purchasing to enhance customer experience and streamline operations. CEO Ajit Menon emphasizes strategic growth and quality standards.

📚 Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech, in partnership with Morocco's Ministry of Economic Inclusion, opens the Mövenpick Academy, focusing on luxury hospitality training. The program comprises 80% practical training and 20% theory over one year, leading to a specialization diploma in cuisine, restaurant services, reception, or housekeeping. Aiming to train 180 youths over three years, the initiative aligns with Morocco's national goal to train 100,000 apprentices by 2026, amid a burgeoning tourism sector.

🏨 Ancien hôtel Ré-Ndama, ex-Marriott (Méridien), Libreville, Gabon, revit grâce à un partenariat public-privé entre l'État gabonais et le groupe libanais Achour Holding. Rebaptisé Lancaster Ré-Ndama, il bénéficiera d'une réhabilitation complète pour renforcer l'offre hôtelière. Le projet, soutenu par le Gouvernement gabonais et le Ministère du Tourisme durable, s'inscrit dans une stratégie de revalorisation des actifs publics, créant des emplois et introduisant une gouvernance partagée.