Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of 24 new member properties to its global portfolio between July 1 and September 30, 2024. The properties range from a modern oasis in Shanghai to a private bungalow sanctuary above the Caribbean Sea. Highlights include:
AJWA Cappadocia (Legend Collection) – A tranquil haven, AJWA Cappadocia is located in the village of Mustafapasa, in the heart of central Türkiye. The hotel comprises 62 guestrooms and cave suites with architecture inspired by the Ottoman and Seljuk empires. The 90 acres of land include gardens and over 15 varieties of fruit and herbs that are utilized in the culinary offerings. Additional highlights include an on-site zoo, the hammam (Turkish bath) at Afiya Spa and artisanal workshops dedicated to traditional Anatolian skills.
Dusit Thani Bangkok (Lifestyle Collection) – Reopened in September 2024 following a transformation, the hotel is centrally located in downtown Bangkok. It has 257 guestrooms with views of Lumpini Park through floor-to-ceiling windows. The hotel will continue to unveil developments, including new dining venues and a spa.
Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc (L.V.X. Collection) – Located in the Aosta Valley at the foot of Mont Blanc in northwestern Italy, the hotel offers a range of on-site activities for every season. The hotel has 72 modern guestrooms and suites, plus a range of elevated amenities, including two dining venues and a 5,000-square-foot spa with an indoor heated pool, a sauna, Turkish bath, private spa and gym.
Mukul Resort (L.V.X. Collection) – Located on Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast, surrounded by beaches and forests, this boutique retreat has 37 accommodations, including tree suites, beach villas and spacious residences with private pools. Guests have direct access to the beachfront with a world-class surf break, Spa Mukul, hiking trails and a challenging 18-hole golf course.
Palafitos Overwater Bungalows (L.V.X. Collection) – Located along Maroma Beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, this all-inclusive, adults-only retreat has 31 private bungalows. Equipped with a private infinity pool, outdoor shower and glass-bottom floors, Palafitos Overwater Bungalows is designed to immerse guests in the beauty of the surrounding ocean. Additional highlights include a glass-floor restaurant serving ocean-inspired fare, a wellness program offering traditional Mayan herbal practices, and a range of activities, including scuba diving sessions, catamaran rides and cooking lessons.
Sands Suites Resort & Spa (Lifestyle Collection) – Situated off the eastern coast of Africa, this resort in Mauritius has 91 suites with sea-facing balconies affording views of Tamarin Mountain, Le Morne and the lagoon at Tamarin Bay. The resort offers a range of activities, from outdoor fitness classes and spa treatments to sports such as tennis and kayaking, along with on-site amenities such as three eateries, an infinity pool and a bar.
Other member properties to have joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio from July 1 through September 30, 2024, include: Al Habtoor Palace in the United Arab Emirates (Legend Collection); Bahia Hotel & Beach House in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico (Lifestyle Collection); Castello Dal Pozzo Resort in Piemonte, Italy (Lifestyle Collection); Finch Hattons Luxury Safari Camp in Tsavo West National Park, Kenya (Legend Collection); Fontsanta Hotel Thermal Spa & Wellness in Mallorca, Spain (L.V.X. Collection); Generations Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen, Mexico (Lifestyle Collection); Hotel Number Nine in Florence, Italy (Lifestyle Collection); Kinwani House in Rishikesh, India (Lifestyle Collection); Masion Albar Le Victoria in Nice, France (L.V.X. Collection); Peter Island Resort in the British Virgin Islands (Legend Collection); Pleta De Mar Luxury By Nature in Mallorca (L.V.X. Collection); Primus Residence Shanghai Hongqiao in Qingpu Qu, China (Preferred Residences); The Leela Gandhinagar in Gujarat, India (L.V.X. Collection); The Newman in London, UK (Legend Collection); The Resort Mumbai in Maharashtra, India (Lifestyle Collection); The Visions Resort and Spa in Davenport, FL (Lifestyle Collection, Preferred Residences); Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge in Tucson, AZ (Lifestyle Collection); and Virgin Hotels London Shoreditch (L.V.X. Collection).
Many of these new member hotels participate in I Prefer Hotel Rewards loyalty program. For a limited time, new and existing members of I Prefer Hotel Rewards will earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these participating new member properties. Valid on bookings made by December 31, 2024, for stays between October 6, 2024, and March 31, 2025. Travel advisors can book client stays via GDS using the “PH” and “PV” chain codes.
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