NOVUM Group Acquires the 77-room Hotel Mariella Airport in Cologne, Germany
COLOGNE, GE. February 10, 2016 - The NOVUM Group has come to terms for the acquisition of the Hotel Mariella in Cologne, in close proximity to Cologne Bonn Airport, on 1st March 2016.
The former Mercure Hotel becomes the 64th property in the NOVUM portfolio and will operate as "NOVUM Hotel Mariella Airport".
"The new property in Cologne perfectly complements our existing three hotels in the Cologne market and contributes another significant step towards our expansion route. I am glad to emphasize the individuality of our hotels with this addition", says David Etmenan, CEO of the NOVUM Group.
The hotel comprises 77 stylishly furnished rooms, which impart a modern flair. Three air-conditioned conference rooms, a hotel-owned underground car park and its central location make this property the ideal business hotel.
The hotel is situated in the southern suburb Porz, next to the river Rhine , making it the ideal starting point for all the city's hotspots.
About the NOVUM Hotel Group
With currently 64 Hotels and approx. 5.700 rooms in 17 cities in Germany, the family-owned NOVUM Hotel Group belongs among the largest German hotel corporations. The Group was founded in 1988 and has been on a solid growth rate since 2004. Thanks to the guidance of David Etmenan, it has a dynamic presence in the German market. The hotels 3 und 4-star items in central locations and are operated under three brands. Further information on the NOVUM Hotel Group can be found at http://www.novum-hotels.de/
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