Anticipated tasks will strengthen the presence of Protea Motels by Marriott in Nigeria, Tanzania, Botswana and Ethiopia.

From the Africa Hospitality Funding Discussion board in Nairobi, Marriott Worldwide introduced 5 deal signings in Africa underneath its Protea Motels by Marriott model. The signed tasks reinforce the corporate’s dedication to increasing its presence throughout the continent and spotlight the demand for the Protea Motels by Marriott model.

“Protea Motels by Marriott has a long-established legacy in Africa, and we’re excited to additional strengthen the model’s footprint within the continent with these 5 signings,” mentioned Karim Cheltout, Regional Vice President – Improvement, Africa & All-Inclusive, EMEA at Marriott Worldwide. “Whereas we proceed to see demand for brand spanking new construct alternatives, the model is seeing an uptick in conversion tasks the place builders need to rebrand their present property right into a Protea Resort.”

Protea Motels by Marriott is a number one hospitality model in Africa and some of the well known throughout the continent. With properties in main and secondary enterprise facilities and fascinating leisure locations, the model stays a preferred selection for vacationers into Africa. In keeping with model requirements, the 5 tasks will characteristic trendy services, proactive and pleasant service and constant facilities comparable to full-service eating places, assembly areas and well-appointed rooms.

Marriott Worldwide’s present portfolio in Africa options almost 140 properties and greater than 24,000 rooms throughout 20 international locations and 19 manufacturers.

Protea Motels by Marriott signify greater than 40 % of Marriott Worldwide’s portfolio in Africa with over 60 properties and greater than 6,500 rooms in operation throughout 9 international locations.

The tasks introduced through the African Resort Funding Discussion board are:

Protea Resort by Marriott Serowe, Botswana

Marriott Worldwide expects to develop its presence in Botswana with the signing of Protea Resort by Marriott Serowe in collaboration with Letsatsi Companions. Slated to open in 2026, the lodge is anticipated to characteristic 155 visitor rooms and suites, an all-day eating restaurant, health middle, swimming pool and a number of assembly rooms. Protea by Marriott Serowe will likely be located close to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary in Serowe, between Gaborone and Orapa, one of many world’s largest diamond-producing mines.

Protea Resort by Marriott Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

Protea Motels by Marriott is anticipated to make its debut in Ethiopia with the opening of Protea by Marriott Bahir Dar. The conversion deal was signed with Blue Nile Resort Motels PLC to rebrand its Blue Nile Resort to a Protea Resort following a full renovation. The property is anticipated to be rebranded to Protea by Marriott Bahir Dar by 2025 and can provide 127 visitor rooms and suites, a number of eating shops, a health middle and almost 1,000 sqm of conferences and occasion area. The lodge is located subsequent to Lake Tana and a brief distance from Blue Nile River.

Protea Resort by Marriott Zanzibar Stone City, Tanzania

The corporate signed an settlement with Parklane Holdings Zanzibar Restricted to transform its present property to Protea Resort by Marriott Zanzibar Stone City. The venture, which is anticipated to open as a Protea Resort by the tip of 2023, is positioned in Stone City, a UNESCO World Heritage Website and some of the fashionable vacationer areas in Zanzibar. Plans for Protea by Marriott Zanzibar Stone City embrace 26 guestrooms, an all-day eating restaurant and a rooftop bar.

Protea Resort by Marriott Abuja Jahi, Nigeria

Projected to open in 2027, Protea Resort by Marriott Abuja Jahi, Nigeria will include 144 guestrooms, two meals and beverage shops, a swimming pool and assembly services. The lodge will likely be located within the growing district of Jahi which is positioned northwest of Abuja’s metropolis centre and will likely be near Gwarinpa and Jabi, two distinguished business areas. Protea Resort by Marriott Delta is a franchised property owned by Gold Reef Resort Restricted and will likely be managed by BON Hospitality West Africa Restricted.

Protea Resort by Marriott Delta, Nigeria

The corporate signed an settlement with Dutch Gate Resort & Suites Restricted to transform its present property to Protea Resort by Marriott Delta. The property is anticipated to open as a Protea Resort in 2024 with 108 rooms, 4 meals and beverage shops, assembly services, a health centre and swimming pool. Protea Resort by Marriott Delta, Nigeria will likely be located in Warri, a serious oil and gasoline hub within the South area of Nigeria. Protea Resort by Marriott Delta is a franchised property owned by Dutch Gate Resort & Suites Restricted and will likely be managed by BON Hospitality West Africa Restricted.