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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Marriott signs seven City Express hotels in Brazil
Marriott International has revealed the signing of seven City Express brand hotels in Brazil, in partnership with FÁBRICA DE HOTÉIS. This move, signifying the brand's entry in the country, is part of a larger multi-unit development agreement to launch 30 properties in northeastern Brazil over the next 15 years. It also marks a step in the brand's strategic expansion within the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region. Marriott International CALA development regional vice-president Bojan Kumer said: 'These new hotel signings are a testament to the trust our owners and franchisees place in Marriott International and the strength of our world-class brands. 'Brazil is a key growth market for us, and we continue to see opportunities to further diversify our portfolio in the country. We're especially excited about expanding in the affordable midscale segment with City Express by Marriott.' The seven new hotels will add more than 750 guest rooms in high-growth areas of the north-east region of the country, highlighting Marriott's focus on providing accommodations in rising markets. The expansion includes a hotel in Ipojuca's Suape Industrial Port Complex, a vital economic and industrial hub, and another in the tourist hotspot of Porto de Galinhas, with openings slated for 2028. By early 2028, City Express by Marriott aims to open additional properties in the cities of Natal and Fortaleza. According to the company, these hotels will serve a diverse clientele, including public sector workers, energy professionals, beachgoers, and urban travellers, providing strategically situated accommodations for both business and leisure purposes. Further expansion is planned along the coastal region of Cabo de Santo Agostinho and other areas, with openings anticipated by 2029. Marriott International CALA chief operations Federico Greppi said: 'This agreement reflects our ongoing commitment to combining Marriott's global scale with local expertise—delivering efficient, high-quality accommodations and providing access to our powerful platforms and the Marriott Bonvoy ecosystem.' Last month, Marriott unveiled the introduction of the City Express brand to El Salvador with four new hotels. The brand also revealed plans to expand into Bolivia, Argentina, Nicaragua, and Peru starting January 2025. Following its US debut in March, City Express by Marriott is also set to broaden its footprint into Canada. The brand is a rapidly growing player in the midscale hospitality segment, with more than 60 projects in the pipeline. "Marriott signs seven City Express hotels in Brazil" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Skift
23-06-2025
- Business
- Skift
Best Western Parent CEO Pushes Global Growth to Challenge Bigger Rivals
BWH Group, the folks who run Best Western and 17 other brands, added nearly 100 hotels in the first half of 2025. CEO Larry Cuculic argues that not being a public company gives the group an edge. BWH Hotels, the company behind Best Western and other brands, added nearly 100 hotels in the first half of this year, with much of that growth coming from international markets. The challenge? Its major competitors are also making aggressive pushes worldwide. The Phoenix-based group is targeting high-demand regions including Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific as it works toward expanding its footprint by 16% to 5,000 hotels worldwide within five years. "We're not just meeting the steady demand for travel, we're anticipating it," said Larry Cuculic, BWH's president and CEO. Globally, BWH's development pipeline includes more than 200 hotels, representing 15,000 rooms, the company said this week. The company has signed eight new Middle East properties this year alone and aims to reach 70 hotels in that region by 2027. In India, it has 50 hotels open and in the pipeline. Recent additions span from luxury properties like the Soul Spring Sanctuary in Mexico to the group's first glamping resort (Zion Wildflower Resort) near Zion National Park in Utah. the Soul Spring Sanctuary in Mexico, part of WorldHotels. Source: BWH Hotels. Not a Public Company BWH operates as a membership organization rather than a traditional franchise com
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hilton plans to triple its hotel presence in Africa
Hilton plans to significantly expand its hotel presence across Africa, aiming to operate over 160 hotels in the coming years. This growth involves opening more than 100 new properties across key African markets including Ghana, Benin, Nigeria, Angola, and Madagascar. The expansion is expected to support the continent's growing hospitality industry and create approximately 18,000 new jobs. The hotel group recently entered Angola with three signed properties: Hilton Luanda Hotel Godinho, Hilton Garden Inn Luanda Airport, and DoubleTree by Hilton Cabinda Futila Residences. These hotels will offer a range of amenities such as beachfront locations, meeting spaces, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Hilton's entry into Benin is marked by the upcoming Hilton Cotonou, positioned strategically near government offices and embassies to boost business and tourism opportunities. In Madagascar, Hilton will open two hotels in the capital city Antananarivo: a Hilton property and a Hilton Garden Inn. Both are designed to cater to business and leisure travellers with extensive meeting rooms and fitness facilities. Nigeria will see the introduction of Hilton Lagos Ikeja, Hilton Garden Inn Kano, and The Wave Hotel Abuja Jabi from Hilton's Curio Collection, adding to the country's hospitality offerings in business and residential districts. Hilton's expansion strategy places a strong emphasis on employment, with current recruitment efforts already underway for 600 positions across Africa. The projected 18,000 new jobs will span hospitality roles and related sectors, supporting local economies. Several developments are located near major airports, business districts, and government hubs to leverage business travel demand and event hosting capabilities. The group also plans to integrate its loyalty programme, Hilton Honors, across all properties to enhance customer engagement. Recent hotel openings include Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof, Hampton by Hilton Sandton Grayston, and DoubleTree by Hilton Addis Ababa Airport. Later this year, Hilton is set to debut in Ghana with the Hilton Accra Cantonments hotel, featuring over 140 rooms, dining venues, event spaces, and wellness facilities. In North Africa, the portfolio will grow substantially, with multiple new hotels planned in Egypt, Morocco, and a DoubleTree property in the historic city of Fes. Hilton's expansion reflects broader trends in Africa's hospitality sector, driven by increasing business travel, tourism development, and infrastructure investment. The planned growth reinforces the company's long-standing presence on the continent, which spans over six decades. "Hilton plans to triple its hotel presence in Africa" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Reuters
18-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Hotel groups Hilton and Marriot announce African expansion plans
JOHANNESBURG, June 18 (Reuters) - U.S. hotel chains Hilton (HLT.N), opens new tab and Marriott (MAR.O), opens new tab have announced African expansion drives to tap into the continent's rapid tourism growth. Rising business and leisure travel on the continent has made it increasingly attractive for multinational companies and Hilton said on Wednesday that it plans to more than triple its African portfolio to more than 160 hotels. The company plans to enter Angola, Ghana and Benin for the first time while returning to Madagascar and Tanzania, its statement said without providing a specific time horizon for the expansion plans. Marriott expects to add 50 properties by 2027, it said on Wednesday. Those will include entry into five new countries: Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar and Mauritania. The group's existing African portfolio encompasses nearly 150 properties and 26,000 rooms across 20 countries and 22 brands. Airlines have also increased their African capacity. Emirates now offers 161 weekly flights across Africa, recently adding daily services to Entebbe and Addis Ababa. United Airlines (UAL.O), opens new tab launched a direct Washington-Dakar route in May and Delta (DAL.N), opens new tab will begin a seasonal daily flight to Accra in December. International arrivals to the continent rose 9% year on year in the first quarter of 2025, the United Nations World Tourism Organization says, 16% above the same period of pre-pandemic 2019. That momentum is translating into economic impact. Tourism accounts for between 3% and 7% of gross domestic product in countries such as Kenya, Morocco and South Africa, and up to 15% in tourism-heavy economies such as Namibia, World Bank and national statistics show.
CTV News
13-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Hotel boom in Ottawa
Ottawa Watch Five major international hotel brands are expanding in Ottawa, providing a boost to the city's tourism industry. CTV's Kimberley Fowler reports.
