Two luxury hotels open their doors this April in Crete under the umbrella of Melia Hotels International, in the framework of the Group’s cooperation with Zeus Hotels from 2021. This cooperation in combination with the renovation and rebranding of a hotel unit in Rhodes, which has been in operation since last year, will strengthen Melia’s already impressive portfolio in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East and Africa).
Melia Hotels International launches the Blue Sea Beach Hotel, Affiliated by Meliá hotel in April in Crete, and Sol by Melia Marina Beach which is a member of Sol by Melia.
At the same time, on the island of Rhodes, Sol by Melia Cosmopolitan, which completes one year of operation, will welcome visitors to a completely renovated space, as a member of Sol by Melia, confirming the long experience of the brand in the resort industry.
The five-star Blue Sea Beach Affiliated by Melia comprises 226 rooms and suites, some of which have a private pool.
The four-star Sol by Melia Marina Beach enjoys a privileged location on the sea and has 396 rooms, most of which were renovated in 2019.
Blue Sea Beach Affiliated by Melia and Sol by Melia Marina Beach are added to Melia Hotel International’s portfolio under a franchise agreement.
Both are located near Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport.
In Akti Ixias of Rhodes, the renovated and rebranded Sol by Melia Cosmopolitan is an equally important addition to the Sol by Melia brand.
Sol by Meliá Cosmopolitan has plenty of space for children, 377 rooms and separate wellness services.
On the occasion of the cooperation, Lefteris Papakaliatis, CEO of Zeus Hotels, said: “Following an already successful course that began last year, we look forward to continuing this fruitful partnership with Meliá Hotels International creating strong links for the further development of the Group in Greece. “Our primary goal is to upgrade the standards of Greek hospitality, while offering visitors new, unique experiences.”
Lefteris Papakaliatis, CEO of Zeus Hotels
Alfredo Aznar, Managing Director of Melia Hotels International in Western and Southern Europe, said: “It is a great pleasure for us that two more unique hotels in island Greece are being added to our portfolio. “Thanks to this successful cooperation, which started last year, the know-how of Melia Hotels International in the hotel industry meets the unparalleled experience of Greek hospitality, resulting in the strengthening of the Group’s presence both in Greece and throughout the Mediterranean.”
Alfredo Aznar, Managing Director of Meliá Hotels International in Western and Southern Europe
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