New projects redefining the GCC hotel landscape
The hotel industry never stands still, which is ironic when you consider that as an industry, it encourages clients to sit back and relax! Kostas Nikolaidis, Middle East and Africa executive for STR, gives us the lowdown on the fast-paced GCC hotel market, which is definitely raring to go.
Radisson Hotel Group expands its Moroccan portfolio
Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled its fifth hotel in Morocco and its second Radisson Blu Resort in Saidia. Radisson Blu Resort, Saidia Garden is located on one of the longest beaches in Morocco, stretching across 14 km. The resort brings together the tranquility of coastal living with the luxury of a golf getaway. Travelers can enjoy the local natural bird preserve that surrounds the town, private beaches, shopping malls and a multitude of attractions and sporting activities.
Rotana unveils its brand entry in Algeria with Azure Rotana Resort & Spa
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, has announced its entry into the Algerian market with Azure Rotana Resort & Spa. The resort in Algeria’s port city of Oran is set to open in March 2023.
Ascott’s expansion spree in the MEAT region
Building on its global footprint, Ascott Limited (Ascott), one of the leading international lodging owner-operators, has launched six properties in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey (MEAT) region this year under its iconic Citadines and Somerset brands.
Accor to open Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi in Q3 2022
Located in Abu Dhabi Marina, Rixos Abu Dhabi Marina will share facilities with the Fairmont Marina Residences to offer guests unobstructed views of the sea and the Abu Dhabi skyline. The resort will also boast an array restaurants, lounges, bars and food trucks, as well as an array of leisure and recreation facilities.
Luxor Rotana set to welcome guests in Q4 2023
Luxor Rotana will be luxury five-star resort in Egypt’s historic city is set to open in Q4 2023, catering to business and leisure travelers.
Al Khoory Hotels launches its seventh property in Dubai
Al Khoory Hotels’ latest four-star property, Al Khoory Courtyard Hotel, recently opened on Al Waha Street, just off the famed Sheikh Zayed Road.
Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh reopens after a 150-million-dollar renovation
Tapping into Saudi Arabia’s love of ultra exclusivity, superior comfort, and eye-catching reinvention, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre has undergone an extensive 150-million-dollar renovation over the past 18 months, propelling the property into a whole new dimension of excellence.
