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🏨 Originally built in 1978 as Hotel Los Gorriones, Fuerteventura's landmark underwent a €32 million renovation, rebranding as Paradisus Fuerteventura. The transformation doubled the staff to 320, with added focus on social inclusion. The now five-star resort boasts 363 luxury rooms, four pools, and nine restaurants, including Mahos led by Michelin-starred Chef Germán Ortega. Part of Meliá Hotels' expansion, it emphasizes local culture and sustainability, with plans to convert a nearby property into Zel Fuerteventura by 2026.

🏠 Ascott expands in Vienna and Seville, adding five projects with 750 units in Vienna and two properties in Seville's Lagoon City. The Vienna projects include a second lyf property opening in late 2026, totaling nearly 1,400 units in the city. In Seville, a 250-unit lyf and a 120-unit Somerset are slated for end-2028. Ascott opened its first French lyf in Paris on 16 October 2025, and The Unlimited Collection debuted in Europe with three properties.

🏨 Vedran Vivoda, Kristian Šustar, and Silvija Lovreta participated in a signing ceremony at Grand Hotel Bonavia in Rijeka. Jadran hoteli Rijeka's third international franchise partnership aligns with its expansion strategy. The transformation of the hotel into AC Hotels by Marriott aims to boost Rijeka's international visibility, combining global standards with local culture. This collaboration emphasizes Marriott's growth in Central and Southeastern Europe and strengthens Rijeka’s position on the European tourism map.

🏗 Staycity Aparthotel Warsaw, near the city center, will convert a former 2005 office building into 268 units, including studios and one-bedroom apartments. Facilities include a bar, gym, co-working area, café, and a restaurant. Poland, ranked fifth-largest in Europe by PPP, is a key market for Staycity. Partnering with Solida Capital, the project aligns with Warsaw’s regeneration efforts and focuses on ESG investment strategies.

🏨 Ennismore partners with Cain in 2024, acquiring a minority stake to expand Delano hotels. Delano Miami Beach reopens in early 2026 with 171 rooms. Delano SoHo New York opens with 390 rooms, while Delano London debuts in late 2026 with 67 rooms. Locations include Hudson Square, Kensington Gardens, and Hyde Park. Delano's expansions in Paris (2023) and Dubai (2024) align with its luxury and cultural brand identity.

🏨 Radisson Hotel Clermont-Ferrand, France, features 81 rooms, including Standard, Superior, and Junior Suites. Opened as part of Radisson's expansion strategy, the hotel offers modern design and city-center access. Guests enjoy a buffet breakfast, 24-hour room service, and wellness facilities with views of Puy de Dôme. Event spaces accommodate up to 150 people. Cultural attractions nearby include Place de Jaude and the Michelin museum.