Wyndham, Marriott and IHG have introduced brands to new countries overseas. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is further strengthening its position as Turkey’s largest international hotel chain with the upcoming opening of the newly built Days Hotel by Wyndham Istanbul Maltepe, its first property in the country under the economy brand. Days Inn is the eighth hotel brand Wyndham has launched in Turkey, following the recent debut and expansion of the La Quinta brand in Istanbul, Giresun and Bodrum.
The newest additions in Turkey build on the Days Inn brand’s growing presence across Europe, Middle East, Eurasia and Africa (EMEA), including more than 50 hotels across the U.K., France, Germany, The Netherlands, India, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Azerbaijan and Jordan. The brand is also set to debut in the UAE later this year, with the opening of Days Hotel by Wyndham Dubai Deira.
The Luxury Collection debuts in South Korea
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 brands, has celebrated its brand debut in South Korea with the opening of Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam.
Designed by architectural team Humbert & Poyet of Monaco, Josun Palace redefines luxury by combining sophisticated, modern aesthetics with timeless Korean design elements such as strong lines and bold geometric patterns, the company reports. The hotel’s arrival area and its Grand Reception usher guests into a world of elegance and impeccable Korean hospitality. Awakening the senses from the moment of arrival to departure, the hotel also has a signature fragrance, “Lasting Impression” throughout all its spaces, evoking the mystery and elegance of incense.
Holiday Inn premieres in Armenia
IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened the first Holiday Inn in Armenia, Holiday Inn Yerevan-Republic Square, located in the city center.