Iberostar Adds Five Properties
MAY 28, 2009 - Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, the family owned Spanish hospitality company known for offering memorable vacations and some of the best service in the industry continues to grow its portfolio with the addition of five new properties in Turkey, Tunisia, Greece and Cuba. The new hotel openings bring the brand's current roster to more than 100 properties and marks Iberostar's entrance into a sixteenth country, Turkey.
"The addition of these five properties shows that Iberostar is committed to expanding into a variety of markets to meet the needs of today's travelers," said John Long, vice president of sales and marketing for Iberostar. "With our expansion in Jamaica and the Dominican Republic earlier this year, plus these new properties, Iberostar is planning to significantly increase its portfolio over the next five years, strengthening its presence in geographical areas where hotels already exists, as well as diversifying its product portfolio into new segments of the hotel business and into international destinations."
The new properties include:
Iberostar Bellis - Located on the sandy beach of Belek in Turkey, this five-star all-inclusive property features 600 guestrooms, a spa & wellness center, a variety of dining options and is in close proximity to the town of Kadyrie where guests can shop, eat and revel in genuine Turkish hospitality.
Iberostar Laguna Azul - This 814 room all-inclusive 5 star property is situated along a beautiful stretch of beach 20 minutes from downtown Varadero (Cuba). The hotel offers a number of amenities including a cigar lounge and wide array of children's activities. This is the 5th Iberostar hotel in Varadero.
Iberostar Lindos Imperial (Rhodas, Greece) - The new 5 star resort features 450 spacious and elegant rooms directly on the beach in Kiotari. Amenities include a variety of a la carte restaurants, striking ocean views from all main areas of the property and nightly entertainment.
Iberostar Odysseus (Kos, Greece) - Elegantly modern, this 266 room 5 star hotel located in Tigaki includes a main building and quaint bungalows. The hotel offers three swimming pools, a spa and a variety of a la carte gourmet dining options.
Iberostar Palmyre - Perfect for those looking to explore the Sahara, this new addition to the Iberostar family in Tunisia offers travelers authentic Saharan architecture coupled with a quaint, cozy atmosphere. The 4 star hotel includes 101 tastefully appointed guest rooms, gourmet dining, a hammam and world-class golf at Oasis Golf of Tazeur. The addition of this property, brings the total number of Iberostar hotels in Tunisia to 12,
The Iberostar experience offers the highest level of service, quality, cuisine and amenities. For properties that are all-inclusive, the experience includes tips and taxes, food and beverages, non-motorized water sports, entertainment and resort activities.
Guests may book travel via phone at 1-888-923-2722 or online at iberostar.com
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