Accor and Prince Group announce partnership to bring Türkiye's first Mövenpick Resort project to Antalya

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group boasting more than 1,000 properties across the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, continues to strengthen its presence in Türkiye with the signing of Mövenpick Resort Antalya Tekirova in partnership with the Prince Group. The property is set to open in Q2 2024 and will become the first Mövenpick branded Resort in Türkiye, complementing the existing collection of Mövenpick Hotels across the country.

 Speaking at the signing ceremony held on March 7, 2024, İsmail Lepiev, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Prince Group, stated: "We are proud to partner with Accor on this exciting project, showcasing Türkiye's tourism potential and supported by Accor's global expertise. By blending the stunning beauty of the Mediterranean coast with Mövenpick's geniune hospitality, our goal is to create inspiring moments and extraordinary experiences in this breath-taking natural setting."

 “This project marks a significant milestone in Accor's expansion in Türkiye, showcasing our confidence in this collaborative venture which is poised to redefine the premium hospitality experience in this captivating destination,” said Paul Stevens, Chief Operating Officer Premium, Midscale & Economy Division, Middle East, Africa and Türkiye at Accor. “Mövenpick Resort Antalya Tekirova not only represents the Mövenpick brand on Türkiye’s Mediterranean coast but also marks the first Mövenpick Resort in the country. With its global recognition and regional presence, robust sustainability practices, and deep commitment to the environment and local communities, the Mövenpick brand is perfectly positioned to appeal to both domestic and international tourists, further enhancing the destination’s allure.” 

IHG Hotels & Resorts boosts growth in Türkiye with six signings across six cities

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, cements its growth in Türkiye with the addition of six new properties spanning six Turkish cities.

These new hotels are a result of IHG’s commitment to sustainable growth across Europe and include new properties for five of its brands, including InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Holiday Inn Resort.

(Mrs) Willemijn Geels, VP Development Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Türkiye is a key growth market for IHG and these signings span right across our brand portfolio, demonstrating the confidence of our owners in our brands and the IHG enterprise. There is a clear long-term appetite for domestic and international travellers to this country and it is proof that our choice to invest in this market is paying off, as we continue to see a rich and dynamic future for hospitality and travel in Türkiye.”

Essentials

IHG’s first hotel in Mersin city, Holiday Inn Mersin has been signed together with ownership group Koknar Turizm San. ve Tic. LTD Sti., offering 95 guest rooms. The hotel will be part of a new financial development in the city, and a short distance from the city centre and with public transport to the seaside – making it perfect for business and leisure travel alike. The hotel is expected to open in late 2026.

Expected to open in Istanbul in late 2025, Holiday Inn Express Istanbul Arnavutkoy will offer 64 guest rooms close to Istanbul International Airport. Signed together with ownership group Firatim Insaat Gayrimenkul San. Ve Tic. Ltd. Sti., the hotel will feature a bar, restaurant and terrace.

IHG’s first resort in the country, Holiday Inn Resort Bodrum opened in summer 2023, bringing 266 guest rooms to Bodrum Bardakci Bay. Set on sloping hills overlooking the Aegean Sea, the resort features pools, spa facilities, three restaurants and five bars – making for the perfect escape.

Premium

IHG’s first hotel in Yalova, Crowne Plaza Yalova was signed together with Marti Termal Turizm Insaat Sanayi, and will open in spring 2024. The hotel will offer 106 guest rooms, a restaurant, a lobby bar featuring a patisserie, meeting space and a ballroom. The hotel also offers a spa, fitness and wellness area making it a perfect destination for neighbouring cities like Istanbul, for those seeking to enjoy the city’s thermal baths and beaches.

Crowne Plaza Kayseri, signed together with Huma Saglik Hizmetleri A.S., will open in Q2 2024 offering 186 guest rooms, a restuarant, lobby bar, meeting space and a fitness and spa area. A first for the brand in the city, the hotel will be convenient for Kayseri’s industrial zone, city centre and Kayseri football stadium. The hotel will also be located adjacent to a renovated full-service hospital and a short journey from Erciyes Mountain – one of Türkiye’s most famous ski resorts.

Luxury & Lifestyle

Signed earlier this year, the 231-key InterContinental Bursa hotel will bring a luxury hotel to the country’s fourth largest city. Being developed in partnership with owner Atis Yapi, the hotel is expected to open in early 2025, in what will become the largest hotel in this UNESCO World Heritage status city. Türkiye is already home to the InterContinental Istanbul which sits on the city’s European side and overlooks the Bosphorus and Istanbul’s historic skyline. Furthermore, InterContinental Grand Ankara was signed in 2021 and is due to open in late 2024

Hilton to Open 4 New Hotels in Turkey

Key Take Away

Hilton Hotels announced four new hotel openings in Turkey. The new hotels belong to Hilton’s fast-growing upscale hotel brand.

The new hotels are:

• DoubleTree by Hilton Şanlıurfa

 It is expected to open in 2022, will be Hilton's second hotel in Şanlıurfa.

• Hilton Garden Inn Balıkesir

Hilton Garden Inn Balikesir will be Hilton's first hotel in Balıkesir. Which is planned to open in 2022,

• Hampton by Hilton Çerkezköy

Hampton by Hilton Çerkezköy is Hilton's first hotel in Çerkezköy. It is planned to open in 2022

• Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Arnavutköy

It will be opened in Arnavutköy, the rapidly developing district of Istanbul. Which is planned to open in 2023

Radisson Hotel Group Continues Its Strong Expansion In Turkey With Three New Hotels

Radisson Hotel Group’s investment in Turkey continues to grow as the group prepares to open three hotels during 2020. Radisson Hotel President Beyazıt Istanbul and Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet will open in the second quarter of 2020 in two of Istanbul’s major touristic locations Beyazıt and Sultanahmet, respectively, with investor Pantur Turizm ve Ticaret A.Ş, while Radisson Hotel İzmir Aliağa will open in Turkey’s third largest city Izmir, with investor Elif İntro Otelcilik.

Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet will feature four restaurants. While, Radisson Hotel President Beyazıt Istanbul will offer a spa as well as a ballroom and various restaurants. Both Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet and Radisson Hotel President Beyazıt Istanbul have prime locations in proximity to the Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace.