Rotana Hotels | Development of a Five - Star Hotel in Mogadishu - Somalia

 

Rotana Hotel Management Corporation PJSC, commonly known as Rotana Hotel,s hospitality company founded in 1992 and based in Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates operating across Africa, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Türkiye is continuing to expand its solid footprint with a robust pipeline of new projects and unveiling the development of a five star hotel in Mogadishu, the capital of  Somalia, in collaboration with Riverside Holding.

The luxury hotel Mogadishu Rotana is slated for completion in 2026 is situated near Aden Adde International Airport, in the Waberi District, in southern Mogadishu, in the southeastern Banaadir region and it will be managed by Aleph Hospitality, leading independent management company in Africa and in the Middle East headquartered in Dubai bringing its extensive hotel management experience and regional knowledge to the project.

The hotel forms part of a comprehensive redevelopment plan for the African city and it will comprise 321 keys, including 261 guest rooms and 60 apartments, with facilities that will encompass a variety of dining options, event, venues and retail spaces, fitness and spa centres with a design reflecting a unique blend of local cultural elements and modern sophistication aiming to be a symbol of Mogadishu revival.

Further planned development include a business park, a convention center, a shopping mall, residential properties, a school and a hospital.

The CEO of Rotana Hotels, Philip Barnes, expressed his pride in this project and said that the group aims to establish the hotel as a centre for international business, cultural exchange and tourism, emphasizing Rotana's commitment to transforming Somalia's hospitality industry and contributing to the country reviltalization efforts.

The Chairman of Riverside Holding, Jibril Hassan Mohamed expressed optimism concerning the collaboration with Rotana, commenting that it represents a significant advancement in Somalia's hospitality sector with the confidence that the project will set a new regional standard and contribute to Mogadishu's cultural and economic renaissance.

The Founder and Managing Director of Aleph Hospitality, Bani Haddad, expressd enthusiasm about managing the first hotel in Somalia, looking forward to working with Rotana and Riverside Holding.

The Mogadishu Rotana will be the 118th property in Rotana's portfolio which also includes an upcoming 140 – key sustainable hotel apartment in the capital of Senegal, Dakar and other luxury hotels in other Africa's areas such as Accra - Ghana, Cotonou – Benin, Cairo and Luxor in Egypt.

Link - https://www.hospitalitynet.org/announcement/41012010.html

Accor | MGallery Collection Expansion in Greater China with Three New Hotels

 

Accor S.A., the largest hospitality company in Europe, founded in 1967 and hearquartred in Issy - les – Moulineaux - France, a constituent of the CAC Next 20 index on the Paris stock exchange with its MGallery Collection has expanded its presence in Asia, concretely in Greater China by launching three new hotels in Nanjing, Shenzhen and Wuxi bringing the total number of the brand property in the region to nine, with several more under development.

The properties entering in the Accor portfolio are the Ming Hotel Nanjing, the Town Hotel Shenzhen and the Dangkou Ancient Town Hotel, all promise to provide guests with comfortable, luxurious, sustainable and personalized service, openings that follow the recent launch of the Chengdu Expo Waterfall Hotel, another MGallery property, a brand characterized to offer authentic, distinctive and memorable experiences, boutique hotels that combine high – end level with unique culture and history.

·       The Ming Hotel Nanjing – Located in Nanjing, capital of China’s eastern Jiangsu Province, roughly 300 kilometres up the Yangtze River from the city of Shanngai and national capital during part of the iconic Ming dynasty, in the bustling Qin Haui district, 2.7 kilometres from Nanjing Museum, 3.3 kilometres from the Presidential Palace, 4.4 kilometres from Confucius Temple and 5.6 from Ming Tomb, not far from Qinhuai River and and around 5.7 kilometres from Xanwu Lake.

The hotel lies on the lively Changijng Road offers a modern interpretation of an idyllic urban oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, combining the city’s historical features with modern luxury, featuring 160 rooms and suites, a signature restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and multiple function rooms for events and meetings.

·       The Fashion Town Hotel Shenzen – Located in Shenzen, modern metropolis that links Hong Kong to southeastern China’s mainland, well known for its shopping destinations and relevant trade hub including Luhou Commercial City in the Guangdong province.

The hotel is situated along Langyun Road in the the of Dalang Fashion Town community of fashion designers and artisans and of Greater Bay Area in Longhua, an urban space which aims the trendy spirit of the surrounding district. The hotel, an unparalleled masterpiece of fashion art, provides 262 comfortable rooms, several restaurants, a lobby bar, over 1.654 square metres of meeting and banquet space, indoor heated swimming pool and a 24 – hour gym.

·       The Dangkou Ancient Town Hotel – Located in Wuxi, relevant city which lies in the southern Yangtze delta and bordering Lake Tai in Jiangsu, eastern coastal province of the People’s Republic of Chine and one of the leading provinces in education, finance, technology and tourism.

The hotel is situated in the historic Taishi Mansion of Dangkou Ancient Town along Heng Fang Lu Road in the Xishan District, Wuxi Taihu International Expo Center is minutes away, offering guests a captivating fusion of modern elegance and ancient charm.

The property provides 178 individually designed rooms, more than 1.300 square metres of event and meeting spaces, lounges and restaurants.

The CEO of Accor Greater China, Gary Rosen, described MGallery as one of the region’s growing hospitality brands, emphasizing the brand’s commitment to creating unique guest experiences, greatly entering in the local culture and incorporating strong design identities next to sustainable practices.

Accor MGallery Collection boasts over 120 properties worldwide and around 40 more under development and it aims to double its footprint in Greater China by 2030.

The latest additions with these hotels in Nanjing, Shenzen and Wuxi strengthen MGallery portfolio in the region, including properties in Changbai Mountains, Chengdu, Hong Kong and Mi’le.

Link - https://press.accor.com/greater-china/mgallery-collection-celebrates-the-opening-of-three-new-hotels-in-greater-china/?lang=en

Chiapas – Mexico | Opening its New Era of Tourism with a Commitment to Native Communities

 

Chiapas, southernmost state in Mexico bordering Guatemala and the Pacific Ocean, highlighted by its dense rainforest dotted with relevant Mayan culture, archaeological sites, indigenous languages, pristine beaches and mountainous highlands it's opening its new era of tourism with a commitment to native communities.

At the swearing-in as Governor of the state of Chiapas, Eduardo Ramírez Aguilar, reported the appointment of María Eugenia Culebro Pérez as head of the Ministry of Tourism; Segundo Guillén Gordillo, executive general coordinator, Zita Morales Cervantes, Undersecretary of Tourism Promotion and Andrés Sánchez de León as Undersecretary of Tourism Development.

All of them will be part of the Government cabinet of Chiapas known as "The New Era" committed to the transformation and integral development of the stage.

The plan has been highlighted that the vision of the new Secretariat of Chiapas is to position the Mexican state as an epicenter of sustainable and responsible tourism, with actions aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure, diversifying the offer of experiences for national and international visitors and promoting economic development that benefits its people.

In this way, the combination of experience, vision and a deep respect for the native communities and the environment will set the course for this new stage of Chiapas tourism.

The Governor Eduardo Ramirez Aguilar, pointed that Chiapas Institutions are very proud to present this great team that will lead innovative and strategic projects that will promote the social and economic development of the state, always taking care of the balance with the environment and the cultural heritage of Chiapas.

The Governor also reaffirmed its commitment to tourism that generates well - being, attracts investments and places the destination among the most outstanding in Mexico and abroad.

Link -  https://www.expreso.info/noticias/internacional/104248_chiapas_abre_su_nueva_era_de_turismo_con_compromiso_con_los_pueblos