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Accor's new brands: Raffles, Fairmont & Swissôtel
July 12, 2016, Accor officially announced the acquisition of the Canadian group FRHI Hotels & Resorts and its prestigious brands: Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel.
Focus on these three brands that place Accor among the world leaders in luxury hotels and allow him to continue its international expansionparticularly in North America.
Raffles
The origins of Raffles date back to 1887 in Singapore with the opening of the Raffles Hotel Singapore. This superb building was astonishing at the time with its imposing façade, combining classical and colonial styles. Facing the South China Sea, it has been theone of the trendiest luxury hotels in the Far East.
Today, it is the epitome of the elegance, glamour and prestige of the Raffles brand, which has other high-end establishments in China, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Seychelles, Mecca, Dubai, Paris and Istanbul.
To meet the needs of a demanding clientele, Raffles focuses on excellence, innovation and customised service. Its hotels are designed for different types of stays, from family getaways to business trips.
Some are also known worldwide for their spaincluding The Royal Monceau (Paris), which houses a 1,500 square metre space totally dedicated to relaxation.
Fairmont
Founded in 1907, Fairmont strives to provide travellers with an experience that matches their expectations and the destination.
From the beaches of Hawaii to those of Bermuda, from the Mayan Riviera to Bali, the Canadian firm is present in more than 20 countries. It has numerous establishments in Canada and the United States.
One of the main concerns of the group is to to leave an indelible trace in the memory of its customers, by making their stay unique and unforgettable...Its hotels historicalsuch as The Empress (Victoria, British Columbia), the Richelieu Manor (Quebec) and theSavoy Hotel (London) are true architectural gems.
As aresponsible companyFairmont has put in place several programs to protect the environment, à optimize the use of resources and to reduce the impact of its activity on local ecosystems.
Swissôtel
"Life is a journey! The trick is to live well! " This slogan perfectly reflects the philosophy of Swissôtela Swiss hotel chain founded in 1980 and based in Zurich.
Rather oriented towards a young clientele, especially towards the Generation X business travellersexperience and knowledge, it places great importance on the connectivity. Swissôtel is present in several European cities (Zurich, Berlin, Amsterdam, Moscow, etc.), in Asia (India, China, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore), Australia (Sydney), the United States, the Middle East and South America (Peru, Ecuador).
Ideally located where travelers want to go, Swissôtel properties offer guests the opportunity to stay in the heart of cities around the world for quick access to business and shopping districts.
The group received several awards between 2012 and 2016, including the title of " Best luxury business hotel brand in Asia " (World Travel Awards, 2012 and 2013).
