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InterContinental Hotels Group
has signed an agreement with one of the leading European investment funds and real estate developers, AXA REIM, to open the first InterContinental hotel in
Marseilles, France.
The hotel will open in early 2011 after an extensive renovation and restoration. This will be the third
property for the InterContinental brand in France adding to the iconic hotels - the InterContinental
Paris Le Grand Hôtel and the InterContinental Carlton Cannes.
The InterContinental Marseilles will be situated in the heart of the historical centre with easy access
to the historic Old Port and marina with its many restaurants and bars. It will be located on the site of
the original Hôtel-Dieu, a building dating back to the 18th Century, listed in
Marseilles Inventory of Additional National Heritage Sites and an integral part of the city's rich history and heritage.
Positioned as the gateway to the world-renowned region of Provence and the magical Mediterranean, the InterContinental Marseilles will
feature 191 rooms, spa and fitness centre, two restaurants, fully-equipped conference space
and a Club InterContinental Lounge. The building will also include 70 - 80 residential apartments.
Jennifer Fox, Chief Operating Officer, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Europe,
said, "This is an iconic, brand defining project for
us; France is an extremely important destination for InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and we are absolutely delighted we have managed to
secure such a great location to further our brand presence in the country. This is an opportunity that rarely emerges and we are absolutely
committed to creating and establishing a fabulous, high-end urban resort."
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