Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Global Portfolio with New Member Properties in the First Quarter of 2024

Sunday, April 28, 2024

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the leading independent hotel brand globally, is thrilled to announce the addition of 15 new member properties to its worldwide portfolio from January 1 to March 31, 2024. From a secluded safari lodge in Nepal’s wilderness to an elegant Mediterranean retreat in central Split, Croatia, each of these unique luxury properties offers authentic, exclusive experiences that encourage travelers to discover new and exciting destinations globally. Key highlights include:

• CordeValle (San Martin, California) – L.V.X. Collection: Tucked into the Santa Cruz Mountains’ foothills, CordeValle spans 1,700 acres of stunning countryside, merging Northern California’s natural beauty with luxury resort hospitality. The resort features 45 exquisitely furnished guest rooms and Fairway Homes, providing residential comforts and sweeping views of the golf course and valley. At its core is the award-winning, 18-hole CordeValle Golf Course, designed by the renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. The resort also boasts three restaurants and bars, a spa, an estate winery, hiking trails, and a tennis and pickleball center.
• Farol Hotel (Cascais, Portugal) – L.V.X. Collection: Positioned atop rocks that dive into the sea, Farol Hotel blends modern luxury with historical coastal elegance, integrating a 19th-century mansion with contemporary design. Just steps from Cascais’ cobblestone streets and the Estoril Coast’s seaside allure, the hotel offers stunning Atlantic views, especially from its outdoor saltwater pool and On the Rocks bar. Its 33 rooms and suites feature exceptional ocean views, while its restaurants serve Mediterranean fusion and innovative sushi.
• Himalayan Wildlife Sanctuary (Chitwan, Nepal) – Lifestyle Collection: Located along the Narayani River near Chitwan National Park, this luxurious safari resort offers a peaceful retreat amidst Nepal’s rich wilderness. It provides 27 stylish rooms, including private villas crafted with local materials. Guests can enjoy authentic Nepali and international dishes and partake in activities at Chitwan National Park, home to diverse wildlife including Bengal tigers and rhinoceroses.
• Hotel Mousai Cancun – A Tafer Resort (Cancun, Mexico) – L.V.X. Collection: Slated to open in May 2024, this adults-only resort is set to redefine luxury all-inclusive vacations in Cancun. Located on Costa Mujeres’ pristine beach, it features 88 opulent oceanfront suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and terraces with private Jacuzzis. Amenities include two large pools, a spa, and diverse dining options, including 24-hour suite service.
• Hotel Ambasador Split (Split, Croatia) – L.V.X. Collection: Nestled on Split’s West Coast promenade, this boutique hotel offers a sophisticated setting with views of the Adriatic Sea. It includes 98 modern rooms and suites, with a historic reception desk made from black oak salvaged from the Sava River. The hotel enhances guest experiences with personalized service, Mediterranean dining at Restaurant Méditerranée, and spa treatments at Hacelia Spa.

“We are proud to welcome this distinctive group of 15 new member properties, including six new openings, to our global portfolio of luxury independent hotels,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Presenting our loyal customers and community of passionate travelers with new places of distinction and opportunities to discover the latest luxury independent hotel experiences is core to our brand promise, ‘Believe in Travel.’ Each of these exciting new additions – spanning 13 countries and four continents – marks continued growth and development, further amplifying the brand’s presence in key markets across the globe.”

Additional member properties that joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio from January 1 through March 31, 2024, include:

• Durango Casino & Resort (Las Vegas, Nevada) – Lifestyle Collection
• Pendry Natirar (Gladstone, New Jersey) – L.V.X. Collection
• Ara Maris (Sorrento, Italy) – L.V.X. Collection
• Grand Hotel Imperiale (Forte Dei Marmi, Italy) – L.V.X. Collection
• Glee Hotel (Nairobi, Kenya) – L.V.X. Collection
• NIXE PALACE (Mallorca, Spain) – Lifestyle Collection
• Only YOU Hotel Malaga (Malaga, Spain) – L.V.X. Collection
• South Place Hotel (London, United Kingdom) – L.V.X. Collection
• Villa Dahlia (Stockholm, Sweden) – Lifestyle Collection
• SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge (Bahia Drake, Costa Rica) – L.V.X. Collection

All these new member hotels are part of the I Prefer Hotel Rewards program, Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ points-based loyalty system, which boasts over 5 million enrolled travelers globally. Membership is free, and members earn points that can be redeemed for cash-value Reward Certificates, Titanium status, and other valuable benefits from eligible stays at nearly 600 participating hotels and resorts worldwide. Travelers seeking distinctive independent hotel experiences are encouraged to book stays at these new member hotels through the Preferred Hotels & Resorts website. Travel advisors and agents can book client stays via GDS using the “PH” and “PV” chain codes. Hotel owners and operators interested in maintaining or achieving independence can explore opportunities with Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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