Handwritten Collection scheduled to debut in 2027
Accor is set to introduce Handwritten Collection, a carefully curated global portfolio of charming properties, to Saudi Arabia.
Mercure hotels marks 1,000 addresses worldwide with epic culinary celebration
Mercure Hotels’ commitment to delivering genuine, locally inspired hospitality worldwide has proved to be a winning formula, enabling the brand to celebrate one successful opening after another. The monumental milestone was marked at Mercure Dubai Deira, where the flagship hotel unveiled the brand’s innovative 1,000-Hours of Local Flavours.
Five minutes with Julia Schamne of Mercure Dubai Deira
On the occasion of Mercure Deira’s celebration to mark the brand’s 1,000th property in the world, we met with Julia Schamne, cluster general manager of Mercure Dubai Deira, to learn about the hotel and what the future holds.
Saudi Arabia’s 17 impressive hotel projects pipeline
The region’s transformation into a top tourism destination is gathering pace, as the exciting range of ambitious projects underway and in the pipeline confirms. Devised with a diverse mix of travelers in mind, numerous hotels and resorts are taking shape across destinations spanning Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Türkiye and the UAE. We’ve compiled the facts and figures on more than 40 projects in the region’s impressively robust project pipeline.
MENA’s impressive 40+ hotel project pipeline
The region’s transformation into a top tourism destination is gathering pace, as the exciting range of ambitious projects underway and in the pipeline confirms. Devised with a diverse mix of travelers in mind, numerous hotels and resorts are taking shape across destinations spanning Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Türkiye and the UAE. We’ve compiled the facts and figures on more than 40 projects in the region’s impressively robust project pipeline.
10 hoteliers share their formulas for sustainable success
The regional hotel industry is known for its remarkable resilience, constantly pivoting to meet the changing demands of guests.
Novotel Sidi Abd El Rahman set to open in 2027
Accor has partnered with Egypt’s Q Real Estate Development Company to develop Novotel Sidi Abd El Rahman. Set to open in 2027 on Egypt’s northern Mediterranean coast, the property will feature 240 rooms, along with a host of thoughtful wellbeing and entertainment offerings.
Leading experts in the hospitality industry discuss marketing for success
In the competitive landscape of hotel marketing, three influential marketers share their perspectives.
Duncan O’Rourke on creating memorable, meaningful moments in the Middle East
With the region’s hospitality industry currently flying high, Duncan O’Rourke, CEO of Accor’s Premium, Midscale & Economy Division, Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific, tells HN how the company plans to strengthen the footprint of its brands and drive growth through strategic expansion.
Accor spearheads hospitality expansion throughout Saudi Arabia
Accor recently launched Accor One Living, providing expertise around mixed-use and branded residential development, seizing opportunities with TRIBE brand.
