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Rosewood plans to open Shanghai property in 2024

 This latest international jewel in the collection’s crown will signify a key milestone for the group: the opening firmly solidifies Rosewood’s foothold and trademark ultra-luxury hospitality in China, joining Rosewood Beijing, the recently opened Rosewood Sanya, Rosewood Hong Kong opening in Winter this year, and Rosewood Chengdu which will open in 2023 .   Owned by Hopson Commercial Property Management Company, Rosewood Shanghai will feature dramatic views from the top floors of a new skyscraper in the centrally located Suhe Creek area. In one of the most exciting and dynamic neighborhoods of Shanghai, the hotel’s central location will provide stunning views of Shanghai’s Huangpu River and iconic skyline, and easy access to the famous Bund promenade, Nanjing Road commercial area, People’s Square, Jing’an Temple and the Shanghai Exhibition Center .   Rosewood Shanghai will play a key role in the revitalization of an area that is home to beautifully preserved and restored historic buildings dating from the city’s Art Deco design period combined with strikingly contemporary architecture – mirroring the evolution of Shanghai itself, a blend of exotic history and cutting-edge modernity. Home to the city’s dynamic local art scene with galleries and studios, the area has also witnessed the arrival of exciting new retail and dining concepts. The hotel will be a centerpiece of the Hopson One Suhewan development that will include grade-A offices, residences, upscale shopping center, educational institutions and galleries, located in the Jing’an commercial, retail and entertainment district .   Kohn Pedersen Fox architects have been appointed designers of the 220-room hotel which will also include 83 luxury Rosewood Residences; all accommodations will showcase spectacular views of Shanghai’s skyline. The Manor Club, Rosewood’s hallmark luxury executive lounge, will be featured at Rosewood Shanghai, offering a wide range of exclusive privileges to guests .

Mulpha Group Acquires Waldorf Stadium Apartment Hotel in Auckland, New Zealand

The Waldorf Stadium Apartment Hotel in Auckland ’ s Central Business District (CBD) has been sold to Australia-based Mulpha Group ( “ Mulpha ” ), a subsidiary of Malaysia-based real estate developer and hospitality giant, Mulpha International Bhd, at an undisclosed sum. Built in 2008, the 178-unit strata-title development was sold subject to a new 11-year performance lease underpinned by Japan-based serviced apartment conglomerate, Daiwa House Group ( “ Daiwa ” ). The hotel comprises a mix of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments. Other facilities include a breakfast restaurant and a business centre. Located in downtown Auckland, it is in close proximity to major attractions including the 12,000-capacity Spark Arena, the Britomart precinct, Auckland Waterfront and Queen Street; the city ’ s main commercial and retail thoroughfare. Dean Humphries, National Director of Hotels at Colliers International, stated that the transaction is the first major hotel sale and the largest hotel transaction in Auckland for the past 12 years. Insiders valued the deal to be at between NZD60 million to NZD70 million (about AUD55 million to AUD63 million ).

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Keeping identity documents in hotels is totally against the rules

 Hotel News - Keeping identity documents in hotels has been prohibited since two years ago. Nevertheless, hotels throughout the country insist on acting against this rule using different excuses. In July, 2016, the Cultural Heritage, Handcraft and Tourism Organization of the Republic of Iran reformed the executive rules of storage and cancellation of rooms in hotels considering the regulation of the reservation system, protecting consumer rights and informing tourists, travelers and travel agencies. In the article10, this rule explicitly states: In case of sufficient payment for guests to settle, the accommodation units (hotels and other kinds) do not have the right to hold the provided identity documents and they must return it to the owner after seeing and authenticating it. Also it is stated in the note to this article: The financial guarantees required to compensate for the losses incurred by domestic or foreign guests should be provided by travel and tourism offices. The head of the Society of Iranian hoteliers said: "According to this rule, keeping identity documents in hotels is illegal and the hotel owner will have to hand over identity documents as soon as the identity of the traveler confirmed. "Jamshid Hamzezadeh" said that the holding of identity documents is not related to Police surveillance performances at all. He added that if it is felt necessary to maintain the identity of the passenger, a copy can be obtained and the original document will be returned.Most hotels are worried about paying for customers, but this problem has been solved all over the world in the form of a customer deposit.

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New hotel group Maribel launches in Europe

 The Scandinavian hotel company First Hotels has joined forces with global hotel management company Belvar to conquer Europe. Together, the companies are trading over 200 million euros in turnover, a figure set to double in just two years. The new Group has been named Maribel and has a threefold and equal ownership between the two owners of Belvar, Mads Jacobsen and Rune Firing, and the founder of First Hotels and the Flying Elephant Group, Asmund Haare.  “The portfolios are very well suited to each other and this is one of the cases where the total value exceeds that of the individual contributing elements,” says CEO of Belvar, Mads Jacobsen. Maribel will initially have more than 11,500 rooms in their portfolio, covering a total of 11 countries. Currently, the hotels operate under the trademarks First Hotels, Moxy Hotels and Courtyard by Marriott. In the UK alone, Belvar has opened 5 new UK Moxy hotels since December 2016. Major expansion plans Over the past few years, Belvar has become a significant European partner for the world’s largest hotel group, Marriott. The company has signed operational agreements for over 9,000 new rooms in a total of 45 hotels set to open over the next two years. The new Group will mean that they are represented in 17 countries. Equally, revenues will rise from two to four billion Norwegian kroner with a clear ambition of continued growth. Asmund Haare becomes Chairman of the board in Maribel, whilst Mads Jacobsen, Rune Firing and Simen Haare will become board members.  Mads Jacobsen has been announced as CEO in both Maribel and Belvar, whilst Rune Firing continues as Chairman of the board of Belvar. Next-generation operating company The European hotel industry is characterised by large and heavy international players.  Belvar, which is the Group’s operating company, will enter the top league of European hotel operators after the merger, but will maintain today’s effective organisation. With increased volume, there is also increased relevance and attractiveness for tomorrow’s hotel guests and for portfolio development. Source: ehotelier.com

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Emlyn Brown Appointed Vice President, Wellbeing for AccorHotels’ Luxury Brands

 AccorHotels is pleased to announce the appointment of  Emlyn Brown as Vice President, Wellbeing for AccorHotels’ Luxury & Upper Upscale brands . Emlyn joins AccorHotels from Resense Spas S.A, where he most recently held the position of Global Design Director and was responsible for managing corporate strategies, wellbeing concepts and related design services.   “We are delighted to have Emlyn join our team; his experience, skill set and leadership traits position him well for future success within the Group,”  said Rick Harvey Lam, Senior Vice-President, AccorHotels Luxury Brands, Global Brand Marketing.  “Emlyn will direct our global strategy in the pivotal area of wellbeing, enhancing our global luxury wellness offering through transformative guest experiences integrated with our leading spa and wellness standards.”   Emlyn brings over 20 years of international experience to this role, beginning his wellness career in 1996. Since then, Emlyn has held several progressive management positions throughout Europe, The Middle East and Asia. Over his career, Emlyn has led group operations of several leading luxury spa and fitness operators. During his time at Resense Spas S.A he also held the position of Managing Director of Asia, accountable for the management and growth of the portfolio in China and South East Asia. Prior to that, Emlyn was the Director at GOGO Hospitality, and also held senior positions at Six Senses Resorts & Spas where he was the Regional Director for Europe and later the Operations Director for Asia. Prior to working within luxury hospitality, Emlyn held senior operating roles with Holmes Place Lifestyle clubs in Switzerland and Germany.   “It is an honor and a privilege to join AccorHotels, to work with its prestigious luxury brands and among the highly respected professionals of its global wellness and marketing teams,”  said Brown.  “Our discerning and affluent clientele are well-travelled individuals and they are increasingly motivated by the opportunity to maintain and even improve their approach to health and wellbeing along their journeys. From designs and concepts to facilities and programs, my goal is to continue to surpass the expectations of our guests and infuse their entire hotel experience with opportunities for transformative, innovative and extraordinary moments of wellness and wellbeing.” Source: hotel-online