Swiss International signs first hotel (588 keys) in Turkey in the Thermal and Conference Resort of Kizilcahamam.
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Press release
For Immediate Release
Swiss International signs first hotel (588
keys) in Turkey in the Thermal and
Conference Resort of Kizilcahamam
The Swiss International Thermal Spa & Conference Hotel
Kizilcahamam is the first hotel of a plan to grow to 20 hotels in
Turkey in the next 5 years.
Baar (CH)/Ras al Khaimah (UAE)/ Istanbul (TR), September 15, 2015 – Swiss
International is proud to announce the latest addition to its hotel portfolio by
entering into an agreement for the Thermal and Conference Resort of
Kizilcahamam (40 kilometers from Ankara).
The upscale Swiss International Kizilcahamam has 94 rooms and suites and 494
time-share apartments. It is home to many conferences for the government and
the top 50 companies of Turkey. The hotel is located in the hills of Kizilcahamam
and next to the national park Soğuksu
The Resort is the first hotel of the chain in the Turkey. Previously the hotel was
operated as the Aysa Hotel. The hotel has entered a license agreement with Swiss
International on September 15, and as such will benefit from the strength and
offerings of an international brand.
Contact person: Ms. Safa Sameer – Management Assistant
Company name: Swiss International Hotels & Resorts
Telephone Number: +971-7-2433-242
Email Address: safa.sameer@swissinternationalhotels.com
Website: www.swissinternationalhotels.com
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The hotel will continue to build on its excellent reputation as a Thermal Spa and
Conference hotel. The hotel has 2 main conference halls for respectively 1800 and
500 participants.
All together the hotel is offering 21 meeting rooms and break out rooms.
The Swiss International is located only 45 minutes from Ankara International
Airport. It is a perfect departure point to explore the cultural and natural diversity
of the Anatolia.
On behalf of the hotel, Mr. Yusuf, Member of the Board of the owning company
Linal Thermal comments: “This is an exciting time for our company as we partner
with Swiss International to gain and secure a stronger position in the hotel market
of Turkey. I am convinced that our hotel, under the flag of Swiss International, will
continue its success through the “Swissness” signature brand, amenities and
hospitality."
Mrs. Bengü Tuzel, CEO of Swiss International in Turkey ads: "We are very happy
with the hotel in Kizilcahamam as it enjoys a strong reputation in the Thermal and
Conference market. It is located next to our nation’s capital and the national Park
Soğuksu and offers fantastic services for the segments mentioned.
Swiss International Kizilcahamam is a fully serviced hotel and offers plentiful
facilities where the Swiss International F&B concepts, Meeting & Events concept
and Leisure Concept are featured. These include the signature restaurant “Swiss
Café Restaurant & Lounge” with its informal and relaxed atmosphere, “Moods"
Shisha Lounge”, “Eventives" Meeting & Events and “Inspiration Pool & Gym”, both
separate for women and men.
“The addition of Swiss International Kizilcahamam is a significant milestone for
Swiss International; it marks the entry of the company in an dynamic country that
has become the hub of the business world between east and west. Guided by our
Swiss values, we remain committed to enchanting the lives of our partners, guests
and team members alike. This addition brings our hotel portfolio to up to 18 hotels
in 9 countries with a total number of 2,336 rooms” says Henri Kennedie, the
Chairman & CEO of Swiss International
Swiss International plans to become a leading brand in Turkey. For this reason
Swiss International has recently expanded its representation office in Istanbul.
The availability of the company’s 4 brands; Royal Swiss (Luxury), Swiss
International hotels and resorts (upscale), Swiss International “The Residences”
(Upscale) and Swiss Spirit (Mid-market) and its associated concepts will make it
possible to reach the company expansion objective of having 150 hotels by the
year 2020 globally.
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About:
Swiss International Hotels
Founded in 1982, Swiss International Hotels is established in Switzerland. Swiss
International Hotels & Resorts is currently associated with hotels in Switzerland,
Germany, the Netherlands, Greater China, the Middle East and Africa. The company
is registered in Baar, Switzerland and is operating from the UAE (Ras Al Khaimah).
Swiss International is operating and licensing its hotels under the luxury brand
“Royal Swiss” the upscale Swiss International and The Residences by Swiss
International, as well as the company’s midscale brand Swiss Spirit Inns, Hotels &
Resorts.
Please also see :( http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/)