Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is delighted to announce the addition of 30 new member properties to its global portfolio between April 1 and June 30, 2024. These properties span a variety of unique destinations, including South Africa, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, and the Dominican Republic, each offering personalised and authentic guest experiences.
Boutique Hotel Stresa (Stresa, Italy) – L.V.X Collection: Formerly a 250-year-old villa known as “Casa d’Oro” or “House of Gold,” this luxurious hotel is located in the charming town of Stresa, known as the Pearl of Lake Maggiore. Featuring 30 unique accommodations, including spacious suites and private spa suites, guests can enjoy elegance and comfort. The hotel boasts a rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Borromean Islands and a solarium with an infinity pool.
Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta (Puerto Vallarta, Mexico) – Lifestyle Collection: Situated in the exclusive Marina Vallarta, this adults-only boutique resort provides a serene retreat with regal palms and sparkling koi ponds. The 80 plush suites are inspired by traditional Mexican design and feature private immersion pools. Highlights include gourmet dining, yoga lessons, guided meditation and tequila tastings.
FORTH Hotel & Club (Atlanta, Georgia) – L.V.X Collection: Located in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward, this urban resort combines contemporary European design with early Americana traditions. The hotel offers 196 lavish guestrooms and suites and provides walkable access to The BeltLine’s Eastside trail. Features include four distinct dining options, an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a members-only social club.
Only YOU Hotel Sevilla (Seville, Spain) – L.V.X Collection: Set in the heart of Seville, this hotel blends Mediterranean and Arabic influences. With 209 modern guestrooms, the hotel offers a sophisticated atmosphere with neo-Andalusian accents. Guests can relax at LIMBO Cocktail & Pool and enjoy local delicacies from renowned pâtissier Manu Jara.
The Marker Union Square (San Francisco, California) – Lifestyle Collection: This historic Beaux-arts building in San Francisco’s Union Square houses 208 elegant guest rooms. Recently renovated, it combines historical charm with modern amenities. Guests can dine at Tratto, a bar-driven restaurant, and enjoy access to a 24-hour fitness centre and redesigned meeting rooms.
The RuMa Hotel & Residences (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) – Lifestyle Collection: Located in Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle, The RuMa offers a blend of tradition and modernity with 253 luxurious guestrooms. Culinary offerings include European bistro ATAS and the SEVEN Lobby Bar. The wellness area features the UR SPA, an outdoor pool, and a gym.
“We’re thrilled to welcome these 30 stunning properties to our global portfolio of luxury independent hotels,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “This is our largest announcement of new members since 2018, and each property exemplifies our commitment to transformational travel experiences. Our eight new prestigious Legend Collection members, in particular, demonstrate the highest levels of luxury in some of the world’s most inspiring destinations.”
Other notable additions include:
– Bluesun Hotel Maestral (Brela, Croatia) – Lifestyle Collection
– HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO (Pesaro, Italy) – Lifestyle Collection
– Galeria Plaza Leon (Leon, Mexico) – Lifestyle Collection
– Kasbah Tamadot (Asni, Morocco) – Legend Collection
– Leiro Residences (Málaga, Spain) – Preferred Residences
– MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa (Sonoma, California) – L.V.X Collection
– Mahali Mzuri (Masai Mara, Kenya) – Legend Collection
– Mont Rochelle (Franschhoek, South Africa) – Legend Collection
– Necker Island (The Valley, British Virgin Islands) – Legend Collection
– Ocean El Faro (Punta Cana, Dominican Republic) – Lifestyle Collection
– Preidlhof Luxury Dolce Vita Resort (Naturno, Italy) – Lifestyle Collection
– Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel (Sesimbra, Portugal) – Lifestyle Collection
– Silverado Resort (Napa, California) – Lifestyle Collection
– Son Bunyola (Mallorca, Spain) – Legend Collection
– The Branson Beach Estate (Spanish Town, British Virgin Islands) – Legend Collection
– The Lodge (Verbier, Switzerland) – Legend Collection
– Ulusaba (Sabi Sands, South Africa) – Legend Collection
– Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge (Tucson, Arizona) – Lifestyle and Preferred Residences Collection
– Vivienda Al Hada (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
– Vivienda Al Hada Residences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
– Vivienda DQ (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
– Vivienda Granada (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
– Vivienda Jeddah (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
– Vivienda Turki Al Awal (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X Collection
These new additions to the Preferred Hotels & Resorts portfolio highlight the brand’s ongoing commitment to offering unparalleled luxury and authentic experiences to travellers around the world.