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Ilunion Hotels expands in Mallorca with new property

🏖 Located in Calvià, 200m from San Maties Beach, Ilunion Hotels' new property covers 16,000 sqm with 256 rooms on seven floors. Built in the 1970s and renovated in 2019, it features three pools, a restaurant, bar, gym, spa, children's area, and terrace. The opening brings Ilunion's Spanish portfolio to 32 hotels, aligning with their growth strategy. The hotel is BREEAM certified and holds the Biosphere seal, emphasizing sustainability.

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BWH Hotels expands its presence on Germany’s North Sea Coast

📍 Over the next 12 months in Wilhelmshaven, a 74-room hotel will undergo extensive renovations to align with Best Western's brand, enhancing its appeal to travelers. Managed by beepartment GmbH, it will feature a lobby with free coffee and tea, a restaurant, and a bar. Wilhelmshaven is Germany's largest deep-sea port, offering great tourism and business potential. This move is part of Best Western’s expansion in Germany and the UK, including the Hotel Azenberg Stuttgart and two UK hotels.

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Siblu expands its presence in Europe with strategic acquisitions

🏕 Siblu’s European expansion in 2025 saw the acquisition of eight villages: six in Belgium, one in Germany, and one in the Netherlands. A €1 million investment starts in 2026 for a new 60-hectare site in Germany. Belgium receives €5 million for 1,500 pitches upgrades. Siblu aims for €320 million revenue in 2025, with €30 million for French investments in 2026. Siblu targets 80 villages by 2030, employing 2,000 during peak 2025.

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Scandic to open new hotel in Uppsala’s Södra city

📍 Scandic Hotels plans to open a new hotel in Uppsala's Södra City district by Q2 2028. The hotel will feature amenities like a 100-square-meter gym and a large restaurant, and aims for LEED Platinum and Nordic Swan Ecolabel certifications. Construction starts in autumn 2025. The development, part of a mixed-use building, aligns with Scandic’s Nordic expansion strategy and aims to benefit from Uppsala's growth as Sweden's fourth-largest hotel market.

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Marriott expands in Portugal with Delta Hotels by Marriott Açores

🏨 Delta Hotels by Marriott Açores opened in late May with 60 rooms in São Miguel. This strategic move by Marriott International aims to meet the demand for premium accommodations. The hotel features indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a gym, and a restaurant. Marriott plans to expand further in Portugal and Spain, including opening a JW Marriott Algarve Palmares Hotel in 2028. By 2026, Marriott aims to add approximately 100 properties in Europe.

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BARNES Hospitality expands with Maison Bauchart in Paris’ Golden Triangle

🏠 Maison Bauchart, a new addition by BARNES Hospitality, opened in May 2024 near Trocadéro, Paris. It offers 10 exclusive suites in a 19th-century mansion, ranging from 50 to 145 square meters. BARNES, founded in 1995 by Heidi Barnes, expanded under Thibault de Saint Vincent. Maison Bauchart and future locations aim to redefine luxury hospitality by combining heritage and contemporary design, catering to a niche clientele seeking personalized, upscale hospitality experiences.

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IHG expands Hotel Indigo presence in the UK

🏨 Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell, opened by Keith Davies, is a 143-room hotel located at Clerkenwell Road, five minutes from Farringdon Station. It features the Wilderness Kitchen, Sabini Bar, and two meeting rooms for 60 guests. IHG plans further UK expansion, including a Hotel Indigo & Suites in Waterloo by 2028. The Hotel Indigo brand has over 50 hotels in Europe, with new locations in Romania and Spain. InterContinental Hotels Group offers 119 job openings in the UK.

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The People expands to Lyon with 12th ho(s)tel in France

🏨 In September 2025, Lyon's Croix-Rousse district will feature a new property with 100 dormitory beds and 30 private rooms. Located in a former school, it offers views of the Basilica of Fourvière. The venue will include a bar-restaurant, co-working space, and event facilities. The People brand emphasizes sustainability and social responsibility, supporting the Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque Association. It operates 11 locations in France, including Paris, Caen, and Marseille.

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Christian Charnaux to rejoin Hilton as Chief Development Officer

📈 Christian Charnaux rejoins Hilton from Inspire Brands, taking on the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer. He will report to Christopher J. Nassetta, Hilton’s President and CEO. Hilton continues its global expansion, with recent strategic appointments including Anne-Marie D’Angelo and Katherine Lugar in executive roles. The company aims to accelerate growth and innovation across its global operations, currently offering 42 job opportunities in the United States.

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David García Blancas appointed new CEO of B&B Hotels Iberia

🏨 David García Blancas was appointed CEO of B&B Hotels Iberia as of 2024 to drive growth in Spain and Portugal, following a 27% sales increase to €127 million last year. With 25 years in air transport and hospitality, García aims to expand the brand's 57 Spanish hotels. The leadership shuffle includes Maximilian Abele, Valerio Duchini, and Céline Vercollier in key European roles, while Enrique Francia remains President during the transition.

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