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Leonardo Hotels<\/a> announced that it has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire the Zien Group<\/a> and its 12 hotels in the Netherlands from affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, LLC, a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses, as well as its partner, Garden Capital Group, whose shareholders founded the business. Terms were not disclosed. The transaction is scheduled to close in the second quarter of 2024 and is subject to customary closing conditions.<\/p>\n The sale marks a successful investment for KSL<\/a>, alongside Garden Capital Group, and transforms Leonardo Hotels into one of the leading hotel chains in the region \u2013 as its portfolio in the Benelux increases to 28 hotels. The acquired platform consists of five hotels in Amsterdam and several hotels at great spots in major cities, such as Rotterdam, The Hague, Eindhoven, Groningen, and Maastricht, underlining the significant growth strategy of Leonardo Hotels Benelux. Leonardo Hotels, the European part of Fattal Hotels Group<\/a>, adds 1,522 hotel rooms to its portfolio, bringing its total number of rooms in the Netherlands and Belgium to 4,161. More details in the link in the title.<\/p>\n Under the leadership of founder and CEO Michael Struck, Ruby Hotels<\/a> continues its expansion journey with the introduction of its Lean Luxury concept to Rotterdam. The project, a conversion of office space into a 225-room hotel, promises a seamless blend of contemporary design and functional elegance.<\/p>\n Strategically positioned between the iconic Boompjes skyline and the bustling city centre, Rotterdam Glashaven enjoys a prime location that embodies the city’s cosmopolitan spirit. Nestled within the Maritime District, surrounded by historic ports and the majestic Maas River, the hotel will offer a tranquil retreat while remaining within arm’s reach of Rotterdam’s cultural and culinary gems.<\/p>\n Interesting read on eHotelier by Adam and Larry Mogelonsky<\/a>, link in the title. It sounds like an almost complete list of sleeptech hotels can use to accommodate their guests\u2019 sleep! Welltech encompasses various technologies, from labor-intensive medispa treatments to more autonomous options. For example, spa treatment rooms can be equipped for 30-minute sessions where guests are left alone, or wellness devices can be placed in guest rooms as welcome amenities. Many more examples in their article.<\/p>\n The national dish from the US which is served in many ways is now also the main dish at \u2018Holy Macaroni<\/a>\u2019 in Utrecht. Check out their Instagram reel below, it looks delicious and they serve loaded mac & cheese, but also with breadcrumbs, crispy chicken, spicy chicken, turkey bacon and other ingredients. Location: Willem van Noortstraat 180. They\u2019re open from Wednesday till Sunday, also for delivery, from 4 p.m. till 9.30 pm. Their TikTok account in linked in the title. We love the name by the way!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Een bericht gedeeld door Holy Macaroni (@holymacaroniutrecht)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\nRuby Hotels unveils project in Rotterdam<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
Sleeptech or Welltech | Why focus on sleep amenities to grow a hotel\u2019s wellness<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
Holy Macaroni | Serving Mac & Cheese bowls in Utrecht, The Netherlands<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n
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