Novotel Devonport opens with 187 keys in Tasmania
The doors have officially opened at Novotel Devonport, north Tasmania’s most anticipated hotel launch for 2022.
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Establish new markets to grow tourism: Derry
The tourism industry will require government support for tourism generation and the establishment of new markets such as India stated Sarah Derry, CEO of Accor Pacific. She added that to…
Accor launches ALL members’ rate in the Pacific
ALL – Accor Live Limitless’, the lifestyle loyalty program for world-leading hospitality group Accor, has launched a special members’ rate in the Pacific region.
ibis Bengaluru Hebbal opens with 154 keys
Accor and InterGlobe Hotels launch their new hotel - ibis Bengaluru Hebbal in the state of Karnataka.
Unstoppable: Global hotel pipeline soars to new heights
Provider of global hotel intelligence Lodging Econometrics (LE) has compiled construction pipeline counts for every country and market, revealing a record high of rooms around the world.
Keeping the balance: Accor GM on yoga, talent and handling two resorts at once
As Axel Harmand begins his new role, we asked him about moving into the country, keeping the balance between two resorts, and his strategy this year.
Hotel x coworking space: The future of hospitality
Coworking spaces are something you do not expect in a hotel but they are becoming more popular as more employees embrace flexible jobs and more entrepreneurs and start-ups are building their…
Raffles finds a perfect fit
When you think of the name Raffles, it conjures imagery of tropical locations, elegant accommodations and refined living -- which makes the iconic brand’s latest location a perfect fit.
2018 in review: Movers and shakers in the hotel space
Mergers, acquisitions, and billion-dollar funding rounds — so much have happened in 2018 and so I’ve thought of compiling them into one bite-sized piece.
‘This one’s for you, dad’: Son of Khun Vichai opens world’s first Orient Express Hotel
AccorHotels launches the world's first Orient Express hotel on top of the King Power Mahanakhon Building in Bangkok.
AccorHotels rallies with Serena Williams and Tennis Australia
AccorHotels has announced an exclusive three-year deal with Tennis Australia and re-signs Serena Williams as Official Ambassador in Australia.
AccorHotels opens in “one of South-East Asia’s best-kept secrets”
AccorHotels has announced its latest addition in the South of Phu Quoc — Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay.
Accor’s premium hotel brand Swissôtel set for Indonesian debut in 2019
AccorHotels’ Swissôtel Hotels and Resorts has officially announced its debut in Jakarta, Indonesia scheduled for mid-2019.
AccorHotels continues Vietnam expansion with two beachfront resorts
AccorHotels has continued to expand its portfolio in Vietnam with the signing of two new sea-facing properties slated to open in Q4 of 2021.
AccorHotels files tender offer to boost development in Central Europe
AccorHotels has filed a tender with the Polish Financial Supervision Authority to purchase remaining shares of Orbis, headquartered in Poland.
“That next level of luxury”: AccorHotels announces renovation project in Fiji
AccorHotels has announced a major multi-million-dollar refurbishment project, scheduled to commence in late November at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa.
AccorHotels to debut Pullman as largest hotel in Ghana
AccorHotels has announced during the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), a new property in Accra’s Airport City expected to open in 2021.
Accor targets opening “one hotel per day” with Pullman Tokyo launch
The number of APAC properties run by AccorHotels reached one thousand when the group announced the opening of Pullman Tokyo Tamachi in Japan today — putting the company on track for its…
AccorHotels appoints two of the”best talents in our industry”
Following Accor’s surprise purchase of Mövenpick earlier this year, there has been unsurprising shuffling off the deck in the management structure of the both organisations, including the…
We speak to the GM of Grand Mercure in Myanmar – Accor’s latest gem in the “land of gems”
We chat with the general manager of the newest property, Vinoth Kumar, to discover the hidden gem – Yangon and the first Grand Mercure in Myanmar.
Heal thyself at MGallery’s latest in the sacred mountain of Yen Tu, Vietnam
Part of AccorHotels, the boutique hotel brand, MGallery, has announced the opening of Legacy Yen Tu on the sacred mountain of Yen Tu, a resort that pays homage to Vietnam’s ancient…
Accor launches Novotel São Paulo; targets 500 hotels in South America by 2020
With the goal of opening 500 hotels in South America by the end of 2020 AccorHotels has revealed its latest property in the region – Novotel São Paulo Morumbi.
AccorHotels’ Grand Mercure debuts in Myanmar
Grand Mercure announces the opening of its first property in Myanmar.
World’s first ‘coralarium’ – underwater art installation to preserve coral – launches in Maldives
AccorHotels’ first and only Fairmont Resort in the Maldives has launched the Coralarium, the world’s first semi-submerged art gallery, created by underwater naturalist and British artist…
AccorHotels launches Pullman brand in Laos
Pullman, the upscale subsidiary of AccorHotels, has announced its first location in Laos with the opening of Pullman Luang Prabang.
India’s newest Novotel in Chennai is high on design and F&B concepts
Newly launched, Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road is the first Novotel with a contemporary design and interiors in India.
AccorHotels opens world’s 500th Novotel
The Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun has opened in South Korea.
AccorHotels APAC chairman: “Accor has had its eye on China for a long time”
Last week I brought to you the first part of my fascinating interview with Accor’s CEO for Asia-Pacific, Michael Issenberg, where he and I discussed the strategy behind the company's recent…
The two biggest battles in hospitality: How will Marriott compete?
Marriott International is determined to win the race by ensuring it covers all bases. The hotel giant made two important launches in the first quarter – its joint venture with Alibaba and…
The Savoy, the first luxury hotel to accept Alipay payments in the UK
In an attempt to lure more Chinese clientele visiting the UK, The Savoy is the first luxury hotel in London to accept payments via Alipay.
AccorHotels’ acquisition spree continues with Atton Hoteles
It’s just been weeks since AccorHotels bought Switzerland’s Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts for US$567 million, but the French hotel giant is not done yet, expanding its portfolio as it…
Riding the crest of a wave: Mövenpick signs landmark Vietnam project
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts announced the signing of a landmark new property in Ho Chi Minh City as it continues to expand its portfolio across Vietnam.
The first Fairmont luxury resort in the Maldives is a ‘secret water island’
AccorHotels brings the first Fairmont luxury property to one of the Maldives’ largest resort lagoons with the opening of Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi.
Accor and Ctrip sign MoU for “magnified experiences and property choices”
Never one to stay out of the travel news cycle for long, AccorHotels, who recently announced the purchase of table reservation system ResDiary, has now released news of another smart…
Accor builds F&B assets with acquisition of ResDiary
AccorHotels today announces that it has completed the acquisition of table reservation system, ResDiary.
AccorHotels acquires 50% stake in South Africa’s Mantis Group
AccorHotels has announced today a strategic partnership with Mantis Group, a South Africa-based hospitality and travel conglomerate.
Mantis Group owns a collection of privately-owned,…
AccorHotels challenges students around the world with Take Off! 2018
Offering adventure, and a chance of a lifetime, the Take Off! challenge is a competition that involves thousands of students from business and hotel management schools, and universities from…
AccorHotels extends partnership with National Rugby League
It’s official – AccorHotels confirms a four-year extended agreement with the National Rugby League (NRL).
AccorHotels could make $5.3 billion on AccorInvest sale
AccorHotels has announced that it has signed agreements with a group of international investors with a view to selling a majority of the capital of AccorInvest.
Amman luxury hotel to be refurbished, reopened under Sofitel name by 2019
Le Grand Amman in Jordan, formerly operated by Le Meridien, now bears the name Le Grand Amman - Managed by AccorHotels.
AccorHotels to open three mid-range hotels in Cambodia
AccorHotels, a worldwide leader in the hotel and hospitality industry is set to open three more branches of its popular hotels in the Kingdom of Cambodia.
AccorHotels debuts first 25hours Hotels in Middle East
AccorHotels and Dubai World Trade Centre LLC (DWTC) have announced the first 25hours Hotels property outside of Europe.
The hospitality brand is set to make its debut in the Middle East…
AccorHotels announce 800th hotel in Asia Pacific
Sofitel Singapore City Centre will open its doors in October
Where to Stay: new hotels from Waldorf Astoria, Sofitel, Rosewood and more
Rosewood Sanya (pictured above)
Location: Part of a 16-hectare integrated resort development in Haitang Bay, next to a large convention centre
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 246, including 45…
Mercure elevates midscale sector in the Maldives
AccorHotels has unveiled plans for a new midscale Mercure resort in the Maldives, which will include several facilities that are more usually associated with the luxury sector.
Located in…
AccorHotels to open first luxury resort in the Maldives
AccorHotels will launch its first luxury resort in the Maldives next week.
On 1 September 2017, the European hotel group will take over the management of Dhevanafushi Maldives Luxury…
Where to Stay: the latest hotels in KL, Nagoya, Colombo and more
Favehotel Tuban
Location: On Basuki Rachmad Road in Tuban, the seaport in East Java, three hours' drive from Surabaya's Juanda International Airport
Grade: Economy
Keys: 105…
Raffles Singapore to get new spa and ballroom
A brand new spa and ballroom will be launched at the Raffles Hotel Singapore, as part of the property's extensive on-going restoration.
The famous hotel, which was opened by the Sarkies…
AccorHotels unveils major multi-property complex in Korea
A major new hotel complex will launch in Seoul in October, bringing four AccorHotels properties to the South Korean capital.
Seoul Dragon City will open on 1 October 2017, comprising…
AccorHotels plans first double-decker hotel
AccorHotels has revealed plans for its first "vertical dual hotel", with a new tower in Australia featuring a Novotel sitting on top of an ibis.
Scheduled to open in central Melbourne…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and more
X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel
Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences
Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…
The latest appointments, including Cachet Hotel Group’s Southeast Asian execs
KIMY CHEN has been announced as Cachet Hotel Group's new president of Southeast Asia. The move marks a promotion for Ms Chen, who previously helped grow the Cachet brand in Greater…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Fairmont, Regent, Hilton and more
Hilton Garden Inn Singapore Serangoon
Location: Singapore's Little India district
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 328
Facilities: Restaurant, 24-hour "grab and go" F&B outlet, fitness…
AccorHotels adds trio in Myanmar
AccorHotels has signed a major new agreement for three properties in Myanmar.
The partnership with LP Holding will kick off with the opening of the Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort in the…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Bali, Tokyo, Manila and more
Valero Grand Suites by Swiss-Belhotel
Location: In a residential area of Makati City, 30 minutes from Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 271, including…
AccorHotels partners IDeaS for revenue management
AccorHotels has formed a new partnership with IDeaS Revenue Solutions, which provides automated revenue management technology to the hotel sector.
Under the deal, AccorHotels…
Where to Stay: including the new Conrad Osaka, Raffles London and Shangri-La Melbourne
Conrad Osaka
Location: Floors 33-40 of the Nakanoshima Festival Complex, between Osaka's Umeda and Namba districts
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 164
Facilities: Four restaurants, a 40th…
AccorHotels brings new brand to Japan
AccorHotels has brought its upscale Pullman brand to Japan for the first time, with the signing of a new hotel in central Tokyo.
Scheduled to open in autumn 2018, Pullman Tokyo Tamachi…
AccorHotels merges Singapore operations
AccorHotels has consolidated its operations in Singapore, bringing together three offices into its main headquarters.
The regional offices of AccorHotels, loyalty programme Accor…
Where to Stay: New hotels from Ritz-Carlton, Ascott, Sofitel and more…
The Ritz-Carlton Astana
Location: In the Talan Towers, a new luxury complex in the square around the Bayterek Tower, the monument in the centre of Kazakhstan's capital city
Grade:…
Hobart’s biggest hotel to become an ibis
The largest hotel in the Australian city of Hobart is scheduled to open next month, and it has now been confirmed that the property will be branded as an ibis Styles.
AccorHotels has…
AccorHotels partners Cirque du Soleil during tour Down Under
AccorHotels has become the "Official Accommodation Partner" of Cirque du Soleil's tour of Australia and New Zealand, which kicks off on 1 September 2017.
As part of the arrangement, Le…
Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…
Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 106
Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…
The latest appointments from Carlson Rezidor, Fiji Airways and more…
ERIC DE NEEF has been named as Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group's new executive vice president, global chief branding & commercial officer. While he will be based in Brussels, de Neef…
Novotel arrives in India’s most populous state
AccorHotels has launched its Novotel brand in Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India.
The new Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar is located in the centre of the state capital,…
The latest appointments from American Express GBT, Etihad, Movenpick and more…
ELYES MRAD has been named as American Express Global Business Travel's (GBT) new senior vice president & general manager of international, overseeing the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Bangkok, New York, Melbourne and more…
Mercure Bangkok Makkasan
Location: Next to Makkasan station, the main downtown hub for Bangkok's Airport Rail Link
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 180
Facilities: Outdoor pool with…
AccorHotels opens first ibis Styles in India
AccorHotels has opened its first ibis Styles hotel in India, located in Goa.
The 197-room ibis Styles Goa Calangute is located within walking distance from Tivai Beach and provides…
AccorHotels ramps up UK-based CSR activities
AccorHotels’ UK operations financed the planting of over 16,000 trees in 2016 under its pioneering Plant for the Planet programme.
The programme, which is financed by the money saved…
Where to Stay: New hotels from Melia, Centara, Movenpick and more…
Innside Yogyakarta
Location: In the Sleman area of the Indonesian city, about eight minutes' drive from Adisucipto International Airport
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 242
Facilities:…
The latest appointments from Garuda, AccorHotels, Amadeus and more…
LAURENT A. VOIVENEL has joined Swiss-Belhotel International as senior vice president of operations & development for the Middle East, Africa & India. A seasoned industry…
Brain Waves: NASA-inspired bedding, remote baggage drops, and more…
AccorHotels enables mood-based searching
AccorHotels has started enabling guests to search for stays based on what kind of mood they are in. Whether they are feeling romantic, chilled out…
Where to Stay: New hotels in India, Australia, Maldives and more…
Eastin Hotel Kurseong
Location: Located on the foothills of the Himalayas in India's Darjeeling tea-producing area, West Bengal state
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 35
Facilities: Five…
Where to Stay: New hotels in KL, Shenzhen, Sydney and more…
Mercure Kuala Lumpur Shaw Parade
Location: Pudu, on the fringe of KL's Bukit Bintang retail and entertainment area
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 213
Facilities: Restaurant, lobby…
World’s biggest Mercure to open in May
AccorHotels has revealed that the world's largest Mercure will open its doors next month.
Located on Dubai's main Sheikh Zayed Road, Mercure Dubai Barsha Heights Hotel Suites &…
Sofitel lures Chinese guests to Fiji
Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa is aiming to capitalise on the growing outbound Chinese tourism market by rolling out new specialist amenities.
Under the resort's latest strategy, guests…
AccorHotels caters for Chinese guests with UnionPay
To cater for the rising number of Chinese visitors to France, AccorHotels has started accepting UnionPay International as a payment method at some of its French properties.
Under the…
AccorHotels acquires luxury platform VeryChic
AccorHotels has confirmed the acquisition of VeryChic, a digital platform for the private sale of luxury hotel rooms and apartments, as well as cruises and travel packages.
Created in…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Tokyo, Bangkok and more…
Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo
Location: Connected to Otemachi Station, in the main Marunouchi-Otemachi area of central Tokyo
Grade: Luxury serviced residence
Keys: 130, ranging from…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Thailand, China, UAE and more…
Grand Mercure Zhengzhou West
Location: Overlooking Donglin Lake, a scenic area close to the Zhengzhou, the capital of central China's Henan province
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 180…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Melbourne, St Petersburg, Marbella and more
Four Points by Sheraton Melbourne Docklands (pictured above)
Location: Part of the Marina Tower complex on Pearl River Road, in Melbourne’s Docklands area
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 273…
Chinese group opened 700+ hotels in 2016
Huazhu Hotels Group, a major budget chain and AccorHotels' partner in China, opened more than 700 hotels in 2016.
The Shanghai-based company revealed this week that it added a total…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, Six Senses and more
GILLIAN MILLAR has been appointed as AccorHotels' new senior vice president for New Zealand, Fiji & French Polynesia. Ms Millar rejoined AccorHotels in 2012 following its merger with…
AccorHotels confirms signing of two new Mercure hotels
AccorHotels has made two new Mercure signings, the Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel in Watlington M4 J6 (Oxfordshire), and the Mercure Hunton Park Watford M25 (Hertfordshire).
Both…
Where to Stay: New hotels around the world, including the latest Nobu
ibis Saigon Airport
Location: Five minutes' drive from Ho Chi Minh City's airport, Tan Son Nhat International
Grade: Economy
Keys: 282, including 65 serviced apartments
Facilities:…
Olivier Daguzan named COO of AccorHotels’ HotelInvest UK division
Olivier Daguzan has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) for AccorHotels’ HotelInvest division in the UK. He will take on the role in addition to heading the division in Benelux which he…
Rixos joins AccorHotels for global expansion
AccorHotels has continued its global expansion strategy by partnering with Rixos Hotels, the Turkey-based leisure resort specialist.
Under the new tie-up, AccorHotels and Rixos will…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Bangkok, New York, KL and more…
ibis Bangkok Impact
Location: Next to Impact, Thailand’s largest convention centre, in north Bangkok
Grade: Economy
Keys: 587
Facilities: Restaurant, café-bar, web corner
Meeting…
Where to Stay: new hotels from Banyan Tree, Movenpick, Hard Rock and more…
Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou
Location: In a UNESCO-listed mountainous area, 2,500 metres above sea level in southwest China’s Sichuan province
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 209
Facilities:…
The latest appointments from Pan Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, CWT and more
LOTHAR NESSMANN has been appointed as Pan Pacific Hotels Group' new CEO, following the departure of Bernold Schroeder. Nessmann has almost 30 years of hospitality experience in Asia and…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, ANA, Dusit and more
PAUL STEVENS has become CEO of Accor Plus, AccorHotels’ reward programme. He joined AccorHotels in 1997, holding several GM positions before leaving in 2004. He then returned as a GM and…
Nicolas Sarkozy joins AccorHotels’ board
Nicolas Sarkozy, the former French President, has taken a seat on AccorHotels' board of directors.
The move follows the hotel group's decision to create an "International Strategy…
AccorHotels to host Indian showcase
AccorHotels will visit India next month, hosting events to showcase of its hotels and resorts to the local travel trade, as well as providing updates on its latest developments, products…
Brain Waves: HKIA’s new robot, Skyscanner helps plan public holidays, and more…
HKIA appoints robot "ambassador"
Hong Kong International Airport has employed a new staff member - a humanoid robot called Timmy. The airport's "ambassador", Timmy was initially…
World’s first Pullman hotel gets a facelift
Pullman Bangkok King Power, which became the world’s first Pullman hotel when it opened in 2007, has completed a major renovation project.
The downtown property has revamped its…
The latest appointments from Etihad, AccorHotels, CWT and more
GERMANO ROLLERO has become Etihad Airways' new general manager for China, based in Beijing. With extensive experience in the leisure and corporate travel sectors, Rollero has previously…
AccorHotels seeks sporting boost with Rugby League World Cup
AccorHotels is aiming to enhance its fan base in Oceania by partnering the Rugby League World Cup.
The hotel group has become the Official Accommodation Partner of the tournament,…
The latest appointments from Scoot, AccorHotels, Pan Pacific and more
JARED SIMCOX has been recruited as Scoot's new general manager for Australia. Having started as a ground handler at airports in New Zealand, Simcox then moved to Australia to work for…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Laos, Australia, the US and more
Banyan Tree's The Grand Luang Prabang
Location: On the banks of the Mekong River in the UNESCO-listed town of Luang Prabang, northern Laos
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 75
Facilities:…
AccorHotels acquisition boosts private rental portfolio
AccorHotels is continuing its expansion-through-acquisition strategy with a bid to purchase 100% of Travel Keys, one of the leading players in the vacation rental market.
European…
AccorHotels, Qatar Airways offer point redemptions
Two of the world's leading travel companies have joined forces to reward their most loyal customers with new redemption options.
AccorHotels and Qatar Airways will now link their loyalty…
Where to Stay: New hotels in London, Jakarta, LA and more…
Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square (pictured above)
Location: In the former headquarters of the Port of London Authority, in the city's business district near Tower Bridge…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, Carnival, Amadeus and more
LOUISE DALEY has been appointed as AccorHotels' deputy chief executive officer Asia Pacific. She has been with AccorHotels for 26 years, having commenced her career in Australia before…
Novotel revamps rooms in Hong Kong
To mark its 25th anniversary, the Novotel Century Hong Kong has unveiled the results of a major refurbishment.
All of the hotel's 510 rooms and suites have now been updated, with…
Where to Stay: New hotels in Hong Kong, India, Vietnam and more…
Silka Tsuen Wan
Location: Tsuen Wan district of Hong Kong, on the way to Disneyland and airport
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 419
Facilities: Gym, restaurant, coffee shop, smartphones in…
AccorHotels reaches major milestone in China
AccorHotels has reached a significant Asian development milestone with the opening of its 200th property in China.
The landmark was achieved with the launch of the Fairmont Chengdu, which…
The latest appointments, including Chris Bailey and Worldhotels’ new CEO
CHRIS BAILEY has been appointed CEO of the Royal Phuket Marina. He steps into the new role following a 12-year stint with Centara Hotels & Resorts, where he most recently served as…
AccorHotels heads to the hills in Phuket
AccorHotels has expanded its portfolio in Phuket with the launch of a new luxury resort set back from the beach, in the hills overlooking the Andaman Sea.
The new Avista Hideaway…
Cracking effort: AccorHotels commits to 100% free-range eggs
AccorHotels has announced a commitment to source its entire global supply of eggs from free-range sources.
The hotel group already uses free-range eggs where they are available, and…
New Mercure St Helens to open in April
AccorHotels has confirmed the new Mercure St Helen’s will open to guests in April.
The Mercure St Helen’s, Chalon Court is situated in a prime location, with the train station and town…
AccorHotels acquires 15 Australian hotels
AccorHotels has reached a new agreement for the restructuring of its Australian portfolio, which will include the acquisition of 15 ibis hotels in the country.
Under the terms of the…
The latest industry appoinments
NOELLA FERNS has become British Airways' new regional general manager for Greater China and the Philippines, based in Hong Kong. Ms Ferns has worked for BA for more than 20 years,…
AccorHotels takes stake in Banyan Tree
AccorHotels has formed a new partnership with Banyan Tree, which includes the European hospitality giant taking an equity stake in the Singapore-based luxury hotel group.
According to…
AccorHotels adds upscale apartments in Melbourne
AccorHotels will open a new apartment hotel in Melbourne next month.
The Sebel Melbourne Moorabbin, which is a new-build upscale property, is scheduled to open its doors in January…
Grand Mercure Medan emerges from three-year revamp
AccorHotels has relaunched its property in Medan following an extensive three-year refurbishment.
The Grand Mercure Medan Angkasa, which is located in the city centre, now features…
Grand Mercure re-emerges as Pullman in Shanghai
Following a year-long refurbishment, the former Grand Mercure Shanghai Central has re-emerged as a Pullman hotel.
The new Pullman Shanghai Jing An offers 288 rooms and suites, all of…
Novotel Phuket Resort gets a makeover
Twenty years after opening its doors, the Novotel Phuket Resort has undergone a major makeover.
The hotel's 217 rooms have undergone a complete renovation, and the number of room…
AccorHotels brings new budget hotel to Bogor
Travellers to Bogor, the satellite city near Jakarta, now have a new budget accommodation option.
AccorHotels has opened the ibis Styles Bogor Raya in the West Java city, next to its…
Mercure takes a ride to Shanghai Disneyland
AccorHotels has opened a new Mercure property next to the new Shanghai Disney Resort.
The former Pudong International Talent City Hotel Shanghai has now been rebranded and relaunched as…
Novotel’s long-stay concept arrives in Asia Pacific
Hanoi has become the location for the Asia Pacific region's first ever Novotel Suites property.
Located in the city's Cau Giay district, the new hotel is aimed at providing…
Large Novotel to open in Surfers Paradise
AccorHotels has been appointed to manage a large hotel in Surfers Paradise, the resort destination on Australia's Gold Coast.
Effective 1 October 2016, the current Hotel Grand…
The latest industry appointments
JONATHAN KAO has been appointed as BCD Travel's new managing director for Greater China, overseeing the company's operations in mainland China and Hong Kong. Kao joins BCD Travel from…
Tallest hotel rises on Miri’s waterfront
The Malaysian city of Miri now has a new landmark, following the opening of a waterfront hotel set in the city's tallest building.
Overlooking the South China Sea, the new Pullman Miri…
AccorHotels breaks down boundaries with unique new brand
AccorHotels has unveiled a new brand that it claims will break down the boundaries of traditional hospitality by combining "the best of private rental, hostel and hotel formats".
Designed…
Triple launch for AccorHotels in Anhui
The Chinese province of Anhui how has 1,500 more international hotel rooms, following the launch of three new properties by AccorHotels.
In partnership with China's Wanda Group,…
India’s first ibis Styles opens in Goa
AccorHotels has opened its first ever ibis Styles in India.
Located in northern Goa, the 197-room ibis Styles Goa Calangute is a short drive from Calangute and Candolim beaches. Under…
AccorHotels’ new ibis Cambridge opens for business
AccorHotels has officially opened its new ibis Cambridge hotel.
Situated in the prime location of Station Square directly opposite the train station, it is the first AccorHotels…
New international airport hotel opens in Shanghai
A hotel at Shanghai's Hongqiao International Airport has reopened under AccorHotels' midscale Mercure brand.
Following a large-scale renovation, the Junrui Hotel Shanghai has…
New look for ibis budget Sydney
The results of a AU$2.5 million (US$1.9m) revamp of the ibis budget Sydney East hotel have been unveiled, with a new look for the property's rooms and communal areas.
All 115 rooms…
AccorHotels unveils new Indian beach resort
AccorHotels has opened a new beach resort in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, overlooking the Bay of Bengal.
The new Varun Beach Bheemili Resort is set on a two-hectare plot of…
The latest industry appointments
DOUG ANDERSON has been named CEO of American Express Global Business Travel (GBT). He arrives with more than 30 years of global management experience, the last nine of which were spent…
First ibis hotel opens in Hyderabad
AccorHotels has introduced its ibis brand to the Indian city of Hyderabad.
The new ibis Hyderabad HITEC City takes the hotel group’s presence in the city to five hotels, making…
NZ PM opens Sofitel Wellington
New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key officially opened the new Sofitel Wellington hotel on Wednesday evening.
Then new property becomes the first luxury hotel to open in the New Zealand…
Chinese hotel group adds 730 properties in 12 months
One of China's biggest hotel groups has increased its portfolio by 730 properties in the last 12 months, at an average rate of two new openings per day.
Shanghai-based China Lodging…
Sofitel upgrades historic Hanoi hotel bar
Sofitel's famous old hotel in Hanoi, the Metropole, has unveiled a revamped bar.
Following a two-month renovation, Le Club bar has been expanded from a seating capacity of 90 people to…
Brand new Mercure opens in Singapore
AccorHotels has opened a new-build Mercure hotel in Singapore.
The new Mercure Singapore Bugis is located next to the Bugis+ shopping centre, five minutes' walk from Bugis MRT…
AccorHotels invested £28m in UK refurbishments in 2015
AccorHotels is investing heavily in the refurbishment of its British hotel portfolio, with over £28 million invested in renovation projects in 2015 alone.
The group’s HotelInvest division…
Hertz offers Le Club AccorHotels members global benefits
Car rental firm Hertz and hotel operator AccorHotels have partnered to provide Le Club AccorHotels members with special car rental offers, including exclusive benefits, globally.
With…
The latest industry appointments
RAINER STAMPFER has been promoted to the position of president of hotel operations for Asia Pacific with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts. Stampfer has worked with the company since…
AccorHotels boosts budget portfolio in Korea
AccorHotels has expanded its budget portfolio in South Korea with the launch of two new ibis hotels in Seoul and Busan.
Under its Korean joint venture, Accor Ambassador Korea, the…
Novotel makes debut in Xi’an
AccorHotels has celebrated the grand opening of the Novotel Xi’an SCPG, which marks the midscale brand's entry into the ancient Chinese city.
The new hotel, which opened on 28 July,…
AccorHotels to become global concierge with latest acquisition
AccorHotels has begun negotiations to acquire John Paul, the loyalty and concierge services company.
Under the terms of the proposed deal, AccorHotels plans to acquire approximately…
ibis Sydney Airport revamps rooms
AccorHotels has unveiled the redesigned rooms at the ibis Sydney Airport.
Local Sydney-based designer Carmen Glenister led the project, modernising all 200 rooms at the budget hotel.…
AccorHotels to boost HotelInvest
AccorHotels is set to create a dedicated subsidiary for its HotelInvest operations.
The development is designed to strengthen AccorHotels' financial resources in order to accelerate…
Accor opens first Novotel in Yanbu
AccorHotels has opened the new seaside Novotel in Yanbu, the Red Sea port city in the western province of Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
With this latest addition, AccorHotels has a total…
AccorHotels selects global Wi-Fi provider
Ruckus Wireless has been selected as AccorHotels' new "preferred Wi-Fi partner".
The deal, which was announced this week at the Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition &…
Sheraton Noosa becomes a Sofitel
AccorHotels has secured the management agreement for the Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa in Queensland, and rebranded it as a Sofitel.
The 176-room Sunshine Coast resort, which…
AccorHotels renews deal for Hyberabad Convention Centre
AccorHotels has renewed its management agreement for the Hyderabad Convention Centre and adjoining Novotel.
The new agreement will see the European hotel group continue to manage the…
The Novotel Canary Wharf to open later this year
AccorHotels has revealed its new flagship Novotel in London’s Canary Wharf will open to guests later this year.
The Novotel Canary Wharf is situated at 40 Marsh Street and at 127…
HNA denies AccorHotels acquisition plan
China's HNA Group has denied speculation that it is planning to acquire a stake in AccorHotels.
The Hainanese travel and tourism conglomerate has issued a statement dismissing…
Brand new Pullman opens at Sydney Airport
AccorHotels has opened the Pullman Sydney Airport, a new-build property located 600 metres from Sydney Airport’s domestic terminal and 3km from the international terminal.
Spanning 12…
AccorHotels’ Pullman ZamZam opens in Madinah
AccorHotels recently announced the opening of Pullman ZamZam Madinah in Madinah.
The property is located within the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the second-holiest mosque in Islam and…
“Indigenous-inspired” ibis hotel to be unveiled in Australia
AccorHotels will unveil its first Indigenous-inspired ibis hotel in Australia on 2 June.
Launched to coincide with National Reconciliation Week 2016, the hotel will be located at Sydney…
AccorHotels adds new hotel in China’s frozen north
AccorHotels has opened its fourth hotel in Heilongjiang - China's northernmost province.
The new Novotel Daqing Haofang has become the company's first property in the city of Daqing,…
AccorHotels opens trio at huge new Chinese theme park
AccorHotels has opened a trio of new hotels at a major new Chinese theme park.
The three new hotels, which will operate under the Pullman, Novotel and Mercure brands, add almost 1,400…
AccorHotels plans 80 more Indian properties by 2020
AccorHotels is planning to open 80 hotels in India by 2020, Hindu BusinessLine reported a senior company executive as saying.
The European hotel group is set to open 10 new Indian…
AccorHotels adds new budget option in Samui
AccorHotels has expanded its budget portfolio in Thailand with the signing of a new ibis Styles hotel on the island of Koh Samui.
Scheduled to open in early 2017, ibis Styles Samui…
First ibis Styles to open in Manama
AccorHotels recently signed a management agreement with Action Hotels to develop an ibis Styles in the Diplomatic Area of Manama.
This will be the eighth collaboration between…
AccorHotels signs new property in Somerset
AccorHotels has announced a new hotel signing in Bridgwater Somerset, increasing its footprint in the South West of England.
The 100-room Mercure Bridgwater will open in Autumn 2017.…
AccorHotels opens highest hotel in Kunming
AccorHotels has expanded its luxury portfolio in China with the launch of the highest hotel in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province.
The new 400-room Sofitel Kunming occupies the 27th…
Young Londoners benefit from ‘Hospitality Futures’ initiative
Twenty-three young and unemployed Londoners have been offered the chance of a career in the hospitality industry, due to an initiative funded by Solidarity AccorHotels.
The youths have…
AccorHotels adds four in Australia
AccorHotels, which is already Australia's largest hotel operator, has continued to expand its nationwide portfolio with the addition of four new properties.
Announced at the…
AccorHotels makes living wage pledge
AccorHotels has announced that it will go beyond the Government’s guidelines and will apply the new National Living Wage to all AccorHotels UK employees previously paid below £7.20 per hour,…
Etihad Holidays partners with AccorHotels
Etihad Holidays has recently partnered with AccorHotels to provide more choice for its guests while ensuring an efficient and cost effective booking experience.
The partnership with…
AccorHotels opens Grand Mercure in Mysuru
AccorHotels has continued to expand its Grand Mercure portfolio in India with the opening of a new hotel in the southern city of Mysuru.
Set to the north of the Mysore Palace, the…
AccorHotels opens new Mercure in Hyderabad
AccorHotels has announced the opening of the Mercure Hyderabad KCP, the midscale brand’s fourth property in India and its first in the city.
Located in the centre of Hyderabad, 21km…
AccorHotels opens new “French village” in Vietnam’s Bana Hills
AccorHotels has opened a new hotel in Vietnam's Bana Hills, 30 minutes’ drive from the city of Danang.
The new Mercure Bana Hills French Village sits 1,480 metres above sea level in an…
AccorHotels strengthens its presence in KSA
AccorHotels recently signed a management agreement with Al-Mohammadia Almotahda for an upper midscale Novotel Suites in Al Khobar.
The 196-key property is the fourth project between…
Pullman Liverpool opens for business
Pullman has announced the opening of Pullman Liverpool, the brand's first ever UK new-build property.
Situated at King's Dock on Liverpool's waterfront and adjoining ACC Liverpool,…
AccorHotels UK & Ireland appoints new senior VP
Karelle Lamouche has been appointed senior vice president for Economy and Budget hotels at AccorHotels UK & Ireland.
She will have overall responsibility for operations and…
AccorHotels acquires luxury home rental company onefinestay
AccorHotels has continued to expand its presence in the alternative accommodation space with the acquisition of onefinestay, a company specialising in luxury home rentals.
The deal is…
Sofitel makes debut in Laos
AccorHotels has launched its luxury Sofitel brand in Laos, with the opening of a new property in Luang Prabang.
The new Sofitel Luang Prabang is set in a mansion built in the 1900s for…
AccorHotels launches schools F&B competition
AccorHotels is inviting students enrolled at tertiary schools in the UK to develop groundbreaking Food & Beverage concepts as part of the group’s fifth annual international challenge,…
Novotel continues to grow in eastern China
AccorHotels has continued to expand its midscale portfolio in eastern China, with the opening of a new Novotel in Ningbo.
Coming just a week after the launch of the first Novotel in…
New MGallery hotel opens in Pattaya
AccorHotels has added a new member to its MGallery collection in Thailand.
The Veranda Resort Pattaya, MGallery by Sofitel has now opened on Na Jomtien Beach, a short distance from…
Novotel opens MICE hotel in Suzhou
AccorHotels has opened its first Novotel in Suzhou, located adjacent to the Chinese city's brand new convention centre.
The new Novotel Suzhou SIP offers 307 rooms overlooking Jinji Lake,…
AccorHotels appoints new senior VP of development
Jonathan Sheard has been appointed senior vice president, Development at AccorHotels UK & Ireland.
This is a new role that will see him leading the company’s strategic priorities to…
Accor’s HotelInvest division to open five new UK hotels
The HotelInvest division of AccorHotels will open five new hotels in the UK in 2016 and 2017, it has announced.
HotelInvest will invest more than £160m in five upcoming properties to…
Novotel arrives in Phu Quoc
AccorHotels has opened its first Novotel on the Vietnamese resort island of Phu Quoc.
Located on a sandy beach and overlooking the sea, Novotel Phu Quoc offers 366 rooms, suites and…
New ibis Styles opens in Brisbane
AccorHotels has opened a new budget hotel in Brisbane.
The ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street, which is attached to the Myer Centre and Queen Street Mall, welcomed its first guests on…
AccorHotels adds two properties at Darwin Airport
AccorHotels has expanded its Australian portfolio with the signing of two new hotels at Darwin International Airport.
The company has sealed management contracts for the former Darwin…
Pullman debuts in China’s Hebei province
AccorHotels has opened its first Pullman hotel in northern China's Hebei province.
Located in the city of Tangshan, approximately 150km from Beijing, the Pullman Tangshan is a 316-room…
AccorHotels invests in alternative accommodations
AccorHotels has made a move into the alternative accommodation sector, with the acquisition of equity stakes in two companies.
The European hotel giant has taken a 30% stake in Oasis…
AccorHotels sustains 6,350 jobs in the UAE and KSA
AccorHotels has published findings from its first global socio-economic footprint study, showcasing operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, two target markets for the Group in the Middle…
AccorHotels pens triple deal in Phuket
AccorHotels has significantly expanded its presence in Phuket with the signing of a deal for three more properties.
The agreement, penned with Avista Resort & Spa Patong Company,…
AccorHotels releases ‘groundbreaking’ socio-economic impact report
AccorHotels has published the findings from its first socio-economic footprint study, believed to be the first global report of its kind in the hospitality industry.
The study…
The latest industry appointments
DR CARL JONES has been announced as American Express Global Business Travel's new vice president of global client management, Asia Pacific. A UK national, Dr Jones spent the last 12…
Beachfront Novotel opens in Koh Samui
AccorHotels has opened a new beachfront Novotel on the Thai resort island of Koh Samui.
Located in the main tourist area of Chaweng, the new Novotel Samui Resort Chaweng Beach Kandaburi…
AccorHotels stages largest-ever client workshop in London
AccorHotels recently hosted its seventh and largest Annual Leisure Workshop to date at ibis London Earls Court – the group’s first ever workshop to be held in the capital.
The two-day…
So Sofitel to debut in KL
AccorHotels has unveils plans to launch its luxury So Sofitel brand in Kuala Lumpur.
Developed by Oxley Holdings, the new 207-room So Sofitel Hotel and 590-key So Sofitel Residence will…
Sofitel debuts in Sanya
AccorHotels has continued to expand its luxury Sofitel portfolio in China with the opening of its first resort in Sanya.
The new Sofitel Sanya Leeman Resort is set on the coast at Haitang…
AccorHotels adds new Grand Mercure in Qingdao
AccorHotels has opened its second Grand Mercure hotel in the Chinese port city of Qingdao.
The new Grand Mercure Qingdao Nanshan Resort is modern upscale hotel with 508 rooms and suites,…
AccorHotels set to offload 85 hotels across Europe
Pursuing the transformation of HotelInvest's hotel portfolio, AccorHotels has revealed it has entered into exclusive negotiations with a new hotel investment company for the sale of 85 owned…
Theme park planned for Bangkok’s IMPACT conference centre
A new theme park and marina complex are among the major developments being planned at IMPACT, Thailand's largest conference and exhibition centre.
The operators of the facility, which…
AccorHotels expands UK footprint with new property deals
AccorHotels has revealed it has signed three new properties already in 2016.
The three hotels within the ibis and Novotel brands are located in key gateway locations across the UK:…
Pullman takes over Phuket resort
AccorHotels has continued to expand its Pullman brand in Southeast Asia with the rebranding of an upscale resort in Phuket.
The Radisson Blu Plaza Resort Phuket has been taken over by…
AccorHotels opens second ibis in Chennai
AccorHotels has continued to expand its budget hotel portfolio in India, with the opening of its second ibis in Chennai.
Located on Mount Road in the centre of the city, ibis Chennai…
New-build ibis rises in Brisbane
Construction work has been completed on a brand new ibis hotel in Brisbane.
The new 368-room new-build ibis Styles Brisbane, which is on track to open by the end of Q1 2016, becomes…
The latest industry appointments
MICHEL MOLLIET has become chief operating officer of AccorHotels in Greater China, overseeing the management of the group’s 125 properties in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau. Molliet…
Two brand new Sofitels to open in Southeast Asia
AccorHotels has signed a major deal in Southeast Asia that will lead to the opening of two brand new Sofitels in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
The agreement with GuocoLand will see the…
Luxury nautical hotel sails into Pattaya
A new nautical-themed luxury hotel has docked in Pattaya.
The Hotel Baraquda Pattaya MGallery by Sofitel is the latest member of AccorHotels' MGallery Collection, which focuses on unique…
AccorHotels expands its presence in UAE
AccorHotels recently announced its intent to add to the strategic cluster of hotels located in Dubai.
Opening its doors in mid-January 2016, economy hotel ibis One Central will join…
Pullman opens at Qingdao Airport
AccorHotels has expanded its Pullman portfolio in China with the opening of its first property in Qingdao, the port city in Shandong province.
The Pullman Qingdao Ziyue is a new-build…
AccorHotels brings Mercure brand to Wuhan
AccorHotels has opened its first Mercure-branded hotel in Wuhan.
The new Mercure Wuhan Changqing Park is a 251-room property located in the city's Jianghan district, 15 minutes' drive…
Sofitel makes debut in Kunming
AccorHotels has launched its first Sofitel in the Chinese city of Kunming.
The new Sofitel Kunming is a 400-room luxury hotel located in the centre of Yunnan's capital city, and…
Novotel Zhuhai becomes a Pullman
AccorHotels has continued to expand its upscale Pullman brand in China with the rebranding of a Novotel in the Pearl River Delta.
The existing Novotel Zhuhai in Guangdong province has…
AccorHotels to roll out electric car charging in UK
AccorHotels has signed a new agreement with Chargemaster to roll out electric car charging points at ibis and Novotel properties across the UK.
Commencing from the start of 2016, the…
AccorHotels buys Fairmont-Raffles for US$2.9bn
AccorHotels has agreed to acquire FRHI, the company that operates Fairmont, Raffles and Swissotel.
Under the terms of the deal, AccorHotels will issue 46.7 million new shares and pay…
AccorHotels signs triple hotel deal in Beijing
AccorHotels has strengthened its presence in China with the signing of a deal with the Luneng Group for three hotels in Beijing.
The three projects, two of which are new-build hotels,…
AccorHotels opens first Pullman hotel in Vung Tau
AccorHotels has continued the expansion of its Pullman brand in Vietnam with the opening of a new property in Vung Tau.
Located 1.5 hours' drive from Ho Chi Minh City, the new Pullman…
Samsung to roll out “smart” technology at AccorHotels
AccorHotels has formed a new partnership with Samsung to roll out "smart" technology across its entire portfolio of hotels.
The agreement will lead to Samsung's hotels solutions being…
Pullman to manage major new hotel project in NSW
AccorHotels has expanded its Pullman portfolio in New South Wales with the signing of a major new property on the banks of Lake Macquarie, Australia’s largest saltwater lagoon.
The…
Sofitel expands in Singapore with Sentosa rebranding
AccorHotels has officially launched its second Sofitel in Singapore.
The company has rebranded the Singapore Resort & Spa Sentosa, which it already managed, as the Sofitel…
AccorHotels opens dual-branded hotel at Delhi Airport
AccorHotels has opened a new dual-branded hotel complex close to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The new Pullman and Novotel New Delhi Aerocity project will add 670 rooms…
AccorHotels to launch over 2,000 new hotel rooms in Makkah
AccorHotels recently announced signing of three management agreements with Al Rajhi Investment Group for a trio-cluster of hotel properties in Al Naseem, Makkah.
The Al Naseem project…
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FILIP BOYEN has been named chief executive officer of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). Boyen was appointed as managing director of Hill, Goodridge & Associates, SLH’s…
AccorHotels, Al Jassim Group opens Majlis Grand Mercure
AccorHotels recently announced signing of a management agreement with Al Jassim Group in Qatar to operate the first Majlis Grand Mercure hotel.
The ceremony was held in the presence…
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BUHDY BOK has been promoted to the role of Asia president for the Costa Group. Bok joined Costa in May 2011 as vice president China and was later promoted to president of Costa Asia and…
AccorHotels acquires French hotel portfolio
AccorHotels has confirmed the purchase of a portfolio of 43 hotels in France (totaling 4,237 rooms) from Foncière des Régions, for a total of €281 million.
Located in France, the…
100 up for AccorHotels in Indonesia
AccorHotels has opened its 100th hotel in Indonesia.
The opening of the new Novotel Makassar Grand Shayla City Centre marked the company milestone, and also marked the launch of the…
Pullman continues expansion across China
AccorHotels continues to expand its upscale Pullman brand in mainland China, with the launch of its first property in Kaifeng, Henan province.
The new Pullman Kaifeng Jianye opened…
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MIKE BONNER has been announced as the new vice president of marketing for One&Only Resorts. Based in Dubai, he will be responsible for the company's global marketing efforts. Bonner…
AccorHotels brings MGallery to Ho Chi Minh City
AccorHotels has opened Hotel de Arts Saigon, its first MGallery Collection property in Ho Chi Minh City.
The new-build hotel is located in the centre of the city and has been designed…
Action Hotels, Accor highlight importance of mid-economy hotels
Action Hotels has announced its intent to further roll-out of properties under management by AccorHotels.
The group's founder and chairman, HE Sheikh Mubarak A M Al Sabah held…
Novotel to debut in the Philippines
AccorHotels will open its first Novotel in the Philippines this month.
The new Novotel Manila Araneta Center, which will be located within Quezon City's Araneta Center, features 401…
AccorHotels partners with Manazil Group
In a recent development, AccorHotels announced signing of a management agreement with Manazil Group for the Marjan Island Resort & Spa in Ras Al Khaimah.
AccorHotels will take…
AccorHotels offers added extras at Asian resorts
AccorHotels has launched a new programme at its resorts across Asia Pacific, offering a range of inclusions and rewards for guests.
Under the MyResorts scheme, the company is offering a…
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GREG WEBB has been named as the new vice chairman of Sabre. Webb moves into the new role from his current position of executive vice president of Sabre and president of Sabre Travel…
AccorHotels moves into Iran with double development
AccorHotels will move into Iran for the first time next month, with the opening of two new airport hotels in the country's capital Tehran.
The European hotel group has signed a management…
New Novotel opens near Indian theme parks
AccorHotels will open a new Novotel resort in the Indian state of Maharashtra this week.
The new Novotel Imagica Khopoli will welcome its first guests on 16 September, surrounded by…
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OSCAR MUNOZ has become United Airlines’ new president & chief executive officer, following the resignation of Jeff Smisek. Munoz brings plenty of commercial experience to the…
AccorHotels plans new brands in Thailand
AccorHotels is planning to bring three new brands to Thailand.
Patrick Basset, company's chief operating officer for Thailand and the region, revealed today that his company is…
AccorHotels expects Thai recovery “within three months”
AccorHotels has revealed the extent of the downturn of its Thai business in the wake of last week's Bangkok bomb, but said it believes the city's hotels can recover quickly.
Addressing…
AccorHotels starts work on double development at Brisbane Airport
Construction work has commenced on AccorHotels' two new properties at Brisbane Airport.
First announced in July 2014, the new Pullman and ibis hotels will rise at Brisbane Airport's…
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MAK HOE KIT has been named as Frasers Hospitality's new chief investment officer, responsible the investment and acquisition of hospitality assets. He joins the serviced apartment…
ibis heads to New Zealand’s deep south
AccorHotels has unveiled plans to open its first hotel in New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill.
The new ibis Styles Invercargill will launch in October 2015, following the…
AccorHotels brings Mercure to Phu Quoc
AccorHotels has opened a new hotel on the Vietnamese island of Phu Quoc.
The new Mercure Phu Quoc Resort & Villas is a newly refurbished beachfront resort which features 72…
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PHILIPPE CASSIS has been named as Belmond's new executive vice president & chief operating officer. He arrives at the company from Sun Resorts, where he served as CEO. Prior to this,…
Pullman adds third hotel in Bangkok
AccorHotels has launched its third Pullman hotel in Bangkok, following the rebranding of the Grand Millennium Sukhumvit.
The central property, which now becomes known as the Pullman…
KL’s Prince Hotel rebrands as a Pullman
The former Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur has been taken over by AccorHotels and rebranded as a Pullman.
The new Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel & Residences was…
Hotel giants see rising profits in 2015
The world's largest hotel groups have experienced rising revenues and profits in the first half of 2015.
Releasing their financial results for the January-June period,…
Majority of Accor hotels deploy Ruckus smart Wi-Fi
In a recent development, AccorHotels have deployed Ruckus Wireless’s Ruckus Smart WiFi products and technology across their hotels in GCC and Egypt.
The Ruckus smart WiFi network…
AccorHotels opens Mercure in Hoi An
AccorHotels has expanded its portfolio in Vietnam with the opening of the new Mercure Hoi An Royal.
Located in the UNESCO-listed town of Hoi An, the newly refurbished hotel offers 96…
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LOUISE DALEY has been appointed as Accor's new executive vice president & chief financial officer for the Asia Pacific region. Ms Daley has spent the last 25 years with Accor in…
Accor rebrands with addition of new Hotels
Accor has tweaked its brand name, to become AccorHotels.
The European hotel group said the new name would increase “the clout and visibility” of the brand, as well as providing a…
