Hotel of the Year

IHG Hotels & Resorts has acquired German hotel chain Ruby, with plans to expand the brand to over 120 hotels worldwide by 2030, including new markets in the USA and Asia

With upgraded rooms, enhanced facilities, and stronger air connections to Israel, Hilton Sofia cements its status as a luxury leader. With CEO Stefan Reiter back at the helm, the hotel enters a new era of premier hospitality in the heart of Sofia

The hotel chain strengthens its presence in the Italian market with the opening of Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rome Monti, its ninth property in Italy. Yoram Biton, CEO of Leonardo Hotels Central Europe: “We are not only strengthening our presence in Rome but also continuing our strategic investment in developing the Italian market.”

The award honors the hotel's luxury and top-tier service. Stefan Radstrom, CEO: "A testament to our commitment to exceptional hospitality and personalized comfort."

Vignette Collection of the international hotel chain continues to expand rapidly and conquer the field of luxury and lifestyle hotels in Europe. Now, the brand announces the expected opening of its first hotel in France, a significant move that strengthens its presence on the continent, alongside the 12th luxury hotel of the IHG chain

The Crown Hotel in Bulgaria’s capital offers the ultimate luxury experience, featuring elegant rooms, a world-class spa, gourmet dining, and top-tier amenities in a prime destination

Thanos Hotels, known for its luxury hotels, is launching the new hotel in the Amyth Collection. The hotel is located within the historic Venetian walls of Nicosia and offers an 'intimate hospitality experience that combines ancient heritage with modern design and contemporary elegance.'

Alden Splügenschloss Zürich joins the luxury brand Leonardo Limited Edition and reopens its doors. "This is a unique historic hotel that adds a five-star international level hotel to our brand," says Yoram Biton, CEO of Leonardo Europe

The Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, formerly the Ritz Carlton, launched with a grand event marking its opening and entry into the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection

The important and leading conference focuses on hot spots for hotel development in Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. Among the important trends presented: Albania as a tourist destination with the launch of direct flights to Tel Aviv and a significant increase in tourism to Austria