With this new address in northern Morocco, Katara Hospitality, a world reference in the luxury hotel industry, both developer, owner and manager of hotels, is strengthening its commercial ties with Accor, one of the leaders in the hotel industry in worldwide operating no less than 420 hotels in India, the Middle East, Africa and Turkey.
Announced for the fourth quarter of 2022, this new luxury establishment will establish the long-term partnership that the 2 groups have sealed, Katara Hospitality already owning many hotels managed by Accor.
The Fairmont Tazi Palace Tanger will include 133 rooms and suites, a spa, several restaurants and bars, but also numerous spaces intended for business customers (conference rooms, reception rooms, etc.).
“Our involvement and the investment made in the renovation of the Tazi Palace in Tangier reflect Katara Hospitality’s international development strategy, which materializes in particular with this second establishment in North Africa” declares Mr. Ali Bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Chairman of Katara Hospitality.
“By concluding this commercial agreement, our primary goal is to contribute to the development of the economy locally, by bringing all our expertise acquired in the hotel industry and by investing massively through this partnership. It is a real pride to be alongside Accor for the opening of this new Palace in Morocco” he adds.
“We are convinced that the DNA and philosophy of the Fairmont brand are in perfect harmony with what we want for this future hotel: respect for the historical dimension of the place, while positioning it as one of the key players in the tourism in Tangier,” said Mr. Andrew Humphries, Acting CEO of Katara Hospitality.
Andrew Humphries adds: “With its historical dimension skilfully blended with the most modern of Moroccan architecture, the Tazi Palace will be an unmissable iconic destination with a heritage deeply rooted in the present and looking to the future. Once completed, this resort will constitute an urban oasis dedicated to rest and well-being in an environment steeped in the culture and history of Morocco”.
Located in the heart of the city of Tangier in the very elegant district of Boubana, the Fairmont Tazi Palace, has an ideal location and allows its customers to benefit from all the tourist attractions of the city, all 10 minutes from the center. and the famous Corniche, and only 20 minutes from the airport.
“The Fairmont Tazi Palace adds to our collection of luxury hotels in Morocco and more generally within the India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey region,” said Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO Accor. “We are proud and happy to partner again with Katara Hospitality for this fantastic project. And what better brand than Fairmont to give this place all the quintessence of luxury it deserves, with the promise of an unforgettable experience in the heart of an extraordinary destination”.
Leaning against a wooded hill and nestled in one of the most beautiful areas of the city, the Fairmont Tazi Palace enjoys breathtaking views of the entire city of Tangier.
Customers of the establishment will be immersed in a historically rich environment and will benefit from services faithful to the high-end standards of the Fairmont brand.
“I am very excited to bring to Tangier all the international renown enjoyed by the Fairmont brand. The next few months will be exciting for my team and myself and will allow us to prepare for the arrival of our first customers in this exceptional establishment, where the experience will be absolutely unique, with an unequaled quality of service” declares Fabien Gastinel, CEO of the Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier.
