Hospitality

By 2021, some 1,000 beds are expected to be added to the hotel room stock of Athens, says international hospitality consulting company Horwath HTL.

Some 250 Greek entrepreneurs are looking to strike deals with strategic investors to proceed with plans for the development of tourism projects.

Planned hotel construction in Europe increased by 23 percent in the second quarter of 2019, according to data by Lodging Econometrics.

Travel industry research authority Phocuswright will share its expertise with Greek hoteliers at the upcoming 3rd International Hospitality Forum in Athens.

The Creta Maris Beach Resort has been announced Regional Winner for Southern Europe in the Luxury Hammam Experience category at the World Luxury Spa Awards 2019.

The Makedonia Palace hotel in Thessaloniki is hosting an exhibition of bronze olive tree sculptures created by Greek artist Constantinos Valaes.

The Poseidon of Paros Hotel & Spa, located on the Cycladic island of Paros, recently celebrated 20 years of offering authentic Greek hospitality.

Electra Management, the parent company of Electra Hotels has announced changes to its leadership, aiming to further strengthen its position in the Greek hospitality market.

Bluegr Hotels & Resorts again participated in the “Greece Race for the Cure” charity event that aims to raise breast cancer awareness.

The Creta Maris Beach Resort recently held its annual emergency evacuation drill, with the aim to ensure the safety of its guests and staff.

Total losses in Greece’s accommodation sector from the collapse of Thomas Cook are estimated at 315 million euros, says the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Greek hotels hold the top position in terms of quality and services with an August GRI score of 86.9 percent, according to data released by INSETE.

The Elivi Skiathos luxury resort, located on the island of Skiathos, has been included in Harper’s Bazaar selection of “The best Greek island hotels”.

The NJV Athens Plaza hotel hosted an impressive lineup of Porsche cars for “The Good Ride”, a charity event that aims to support children in need.

Greek hospitality giant Grecotel Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of a new 60-million-euro investment program in third-generation hotel units.

The Kalamaki Beach Resort was among the supporters of the 9th Corinth Canal SUP Crossing 2019, a major sports event held annually in Corinth.

The Luxury Hotels group has been honored for its long history in Greek hospitality at the “Brands with History II” event, held at the Ecali Club in Athens.

Greek hotels impacted by the collapse of Thomas Cook will be exempt from paying a stayover tax as a first support measure.

Thomas Cook’s German and Polish subsidiaries are entering bankruptcy proceedings and ceasing operations, following the group’s collapse.

Hotels in Athens reached their best level in terms of occupancy, ADR and RevPAR for the month of August since 2004, STR said in its monthly report.