Radisson Hotel Group introduces its third brand to Tunisia
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of the Radisson Hotel Tunis in Tunisia’s capital city. |
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Radisson Hotel Group introduces its third brand to Tunisia
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of the Radisson Hotel Tunis in Tunisia’s capital city. |
Category: Africa Indian Ocean - Tunisia - Industry economy
- Hotel projects
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2019-10-10
It will be the first Radisson branded hotel in the city of Tunis and the Group’s fourth hotel in the country. This brings Radisson Hotel Group’s African portfolio to almost 100 hotels in operation and under development.
As the economic and commercial capital of Tunisia, Tunis not only hosts an array of major international companies and institutions it also boasts a rich cultural heritage – along with beautiful landscapes. Part of an area that is fast growing in popularity, the city is generating a high demand for both business and leisure travel.
Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group, said: “We see a great opportunity in Tunis, as there is currently a limited supply of high-quality accommodation in the city. Tourism remains one of the most important sectors in the country with the sector accounting for nearly 10% of total investment, according to WTTC. We look forward to a successful journey with our partners and to providing career opportunities for the local people.”
The new-build hotel will feature 117 rooms, comprising of standard rooms and suites. Guests will enjoy a variety of cuisines and refreshing beverages at the hotel’s restaurant, bar and rooftop lounge. The meetings and events facilities will consist of five meeting rooms and a conference space of 358sqm. To unwind, guests will have access to a fitness room, wellness spa and a panoramic swimming pool leading on to an expansive terrace.
The new Radisson Hotel Tunis, scheduled to open in Q1 2023, will be located in Tunis North. It will be an integral part of the IQ Smart Building & Business Center, which will include the hotel, retail spaces and commercial offices with the latest technology. The hotel will also be next to the large mixed-use Tunis Sport City project that is currently under development and intended to train a new sporting generation and inspire future champions.
For leisure guests, Tunis’s old town, the Medina, is a nearby major attraction containing more than 700 monuments, palaces, mausoleums and the Great Mosque. Located just 5km from the hotel, the Carthage Ancient Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, will allow visitors to discover the country’s rich history. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a walk on Tunis’ port La Goulette (just 5km away) and the popular picturesque surrounding towns, La Marsa and Gammarth.
The hotel will also be within walking distance of the city’s newest business districts and industrial areas, such as the new urban business district of Tunis, Les Berges du Lac; the biggest international exhibition center, El Kram Exhibition and International Trade Center. Guests will find the hotel easy to access, just 11km from the airport.
ABOUT RADISSONRadisson is an upscale hotel brand that delivers Scandinavian-inspired hospitality and enables guests to focus on a work/life balance and find more harmony in their travel experience. Based on building meaningful relationships with guests, it features a Yes I Can! service attitude designed to deliver satisfaction to every guest. The hotels can be found in suburban and city settings, near airports and leisure destinations. Guests and professional business partners can enhance their experience with Radisson by participating in Radisson Rewards, a global loyalty program offering exceptional benefits and rewards.
Radisson is part of the Radisson Hotel Group, which also includes Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson RED, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.
ABOUT RADISSON HOTEL GROUPRadisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with seven distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,400 hotels in operation and under development around the world. Radisson Hotel Group portfolio includes Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.
Radisson Rewards is our global rewards program that delivers unique and personalized ways to create memorable moments that matter to our guests. Radisson Rewards offers exceptional loyalty benefits for our guests, meeting planners, travel agents and business partners.
Radisson Meetings places its guests and their needs at the heart of its offer and treats every meeting or event as more than just a date on the calendar. Radisson Meetings is built around three strong service commitments: Personal, Professional and Memorable, while delivering on the brilliant basics and our signature Yes I Can! service spirit.
More than 95,000 global team members work for Radisson Hotel Group and at the hotels licensed to operate in its systems.
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