Hotel Development Nigeria
Hilton to Debut Canopy by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Brands in Nigeria
Signs Canopy by Hilton Lagos Victoria Island and Hilton Garden Inn Enugu
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Middle East & Africa Hotel News
Management Appointment Minor Hotels
Lokesh Kumar Named Vice President of Development Middle East for Minor Hotels
Lokesh joins Minor Hotels from his most recent management consulting role, where he demonstrated his prowess in developing tourism offerings along the 1,600 km Coral Highway from Jezan to NEOM, whilst creating futuristic hotel concepts for the tourism authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Hotel Construction Pipeline Middle East
Middle Eastearn Hotel Construction Pipeline Rises to 612 Projects/144,222 Rooms at Q1 2024
The Q1 2024 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Middle East from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals, at Q1, the hotel construction pipeline in the region increased to 612 projects/144,222 rooms, up 5% by projects year-over-year (YOY).
Hotel Opening Bahrain
Conrad Bahrain Financial Harbour Hotel Opens
Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton's (NYSE:HLT) luxury hotel brand, today announced the opening of Conrad Bahrain Financial Harbour, signifying the debut of the brand in Bahrain.
Market Report Qatar
Qatar's April Hotel Performance Peaked During Eid Al-Fitr
Qatar saw its highest daily occupancy levels on Thursday, 11 April (90.9%) and Friday, 12 April (91.7%). The country recorded its highest ADR on the same two nights,.
Hotel Opening Dubai
The First Collection at Jumeirah Village Circle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Opens in Dubai
Tribute Portfolio welcomes its first hotel in the Middle East with the launch of The First Collection at Jumeirah Village Circle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Dubai.
Hotel Development UAE
Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah Announced for 2026
Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah will comprise 43 ultra-luxury residences, penthouses, and sky palaces.
Hotel Opening Zimbabwe
First Hyatt Hotel Announced In Zimbabwe with the Opening of Hyatt Regency Harare The Meikles
Following extensive renovation, the five-star hotel opens in Zimbabwe in an iconic 109-year-old property located in the city center of Harare
Hotel Opening Cape Town
Hotel Cape Grace Reopens Under Fairmont Management
As of 1st May 2024, after nine months of renovations, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel unveils its design transformation, reopening its doors once again with a new look.
Market Report Oman
Oman's Travel & Tourism Sector Set for Historic Growth, Predicts WTTC
According to the global tourism body’s latest research, in 2023 the Travel & Tourism sector’s GDP contribution surged by almost 35%, totalling OMR 2.8BN, and is on track to surpass previous records.
Luxury Travel Trends
MENA Region Leads Global Growth in Luxury Travel, Reveals Mastercard Affluent Travel Report
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has emerged as one of the main regions driving growth in affluent travel, recording high spends, while also displaying an appetite for sustainable eco-luxury and meaningful cultural experiences.
NEOM Announces Jaumur, a Marina Community on the Coast of Gulf of Aqaba
A 1.5-kilometer aerofoil rises above the largest of the yacht berths, providing year round protection for yacht owners and a haven for the marina's residents and guests.
Market Report Qatar
Travel & Tourism Set to Add a Record QAR 81BN to Qatar's Economy
The World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Research (EIR) has revealed the Qatari Travel & Tourism sector reached new heights last year, with GDP contribution, jobs and domestic traveller spend all surpassing previous peaks.
Hotel Development UAE
Anantara to Expand Its Luxury Portfolio in the UAE with New-Build Resort and Residences in Sharjah
Positioned along the picturesque coastline of the Arabian Gulf and just a 30-minute drive from Dubai International Airport, the Anantara Sharjah Resort and Anantara Sharjah Residences are set to open in late 2027.
Hotel Opening Kuwait
Arabella Beach Hotel, Vignette Collection Opens in Kuwait
IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces its first collection brand to Kuwait as opened on 6th May 2024. Located on the Arabian Gulf shoreline, the 195 room property marks the GCC region's second Vignette Collection, following Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort Vignette Collection opening in Summer this year.
Hotel Development Saudi Arabia
Four Seasons Hotel Madinah to Open Late 2024 in Saudi Arabia
The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, also known as the Prophet's Mosque.
Rotana Hotels Development Update
Rotana Hotels Plans Entry into Five New Countries by 2026
Rotana announced today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) its growing pipeline of planned openings in new territories.
Hotel Development Saudi Arabia
Two Hyatt Branded Hotels to Open in Madinah As Hyatt House Madinah KEC and Hyatt Centric Madinah KEC
Hyatt signs agreement with Knowledge Economic City for two new Hyatt-branded hotels in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Hotel Opening Saudi Arabia Jeddah
Jeddah EDITION Hotel Opens in Saudi Arabia
Located on the Jeddah Corniche - a 30km coastal resort area along the Red Sea - the urban resort is steps from the Jeddah Art Promenade, and a short drive from destinations like Al-Balad, a UNESCO Heritage site in the historic part of the city, and The Red Sea Mall
Accor Development Update
Accor Provides Update on Expansion in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar
Accor participated in the Future Hospitality Summit, which returned to Saudi Arabia this year, bringing together the Kingdom's leading industry experts. From 2022 to 2032, the growth rate in the GCC's tourism sector is projected to be 13.6% with a potential market value of 65.5 billion USD.
Hotel Development Saudi Arabia
Hotel Indigo & Residences Al Khobar to Open 2027 in Saudi Arabia
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Refad Real estate investment & development company part of Abdulhadi AlQahtani, sons group Company to bring Hotel Indigo & Residences Al Khobar to Saudi Arabia by September 2027.
Management Appointment Four Seasons Hotels
Ekaterina Saburova Named Director of Marketing for the Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
Ekaterina's role includes oversight and innovation of marketing and sales for the eight-year-old Hotel, as well as public relations, digital marketing, events, revenue management, and reservations.
Hotel Opening Morocco
Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle Opens in Morocco
Situated in the heart of the Gauthier district in Casablanca, the port city that fronts the Atlantic Ocean, the opening of Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle marks Radisson Hotel Group's second hotel in Casablanca and the ninth hotel opening in Morocco.
Hotel Development Saudi Arabia Makkah
Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah - MGallery Collection to Open 2028 in the Holy City of Makkah
Accor in partnership with Alesayi Holding has announced plans for the opening of a new hotel and residences development, Abraj Omar Hotel & Residences Makkah - MGallery Collection, located in the heart of the Holy City of Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Market Report Dubai
Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr a Boost for Dubai Hotels
During Ramadan (11 March - 9 April), Dubai saw its highest daily occupancy levels on Friday, 29 March (at 78.9%), which coincided with the Easter holiday weekend. The market’s ADR levels peaked on Saturday, 30 March, at AED901.25.