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AccorHotels Launches First ibis Styles in India

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AccorHotels today launched India’s first ibis Styles in the heart of Northern Goa. The 197-room Ibis Styles Goa Calangute  is conveniently located within walking distance from Tivai Beach, a short drive from Calangute and Candolim beaches and minutes away from popular entertainment and night spots, offering leisure and corporate guests a perfect beach stay experience.
 

A non-standardised economy and design brand, ibis Styles offers an all-inclusive package, with breakfast and internet access. Situated in the heart of cities and in other major centres of activity around the world, each ibis Styles has its own distinct personality that resonates a colourful and bright brand spirit which are hip and trendy.
 
The hotel is deeply influenced by Goa’s Portuguese heritage and charm that are infused with a contemporary twist. All guest rooms are pool facing with a private balcony that feature trendy décor and contemporary furnishings. Offering a unique blend of modernity and comfort, each room is equipped with the signature ‘Sweet Bed™' by ibis to guarantee a quality sleeping experience, modern in-room amenities and high speed WIFI access. For families, ibis Styles Goa Calangute offers a choice of amenities for young children, including a dedicated Kids Corner.
 
Food and beverage options include the signature multi-cuisine restaurant Spice It, which offers an all-day breakfast concept from 4 am to 12 pm and a chill out lounge bar The Hub.
 
Jean-Michel Cassé, Senior Vice President, Operations, AccorHotels India, said, “The opening of the ibis Styles Goa Calangute marks a strategic growth milestone for the group as we now have 43 hotels operating across a well-rounded portfolio of ten distinct brands in the country. Not only are we excited to introduce the ibis Styles brand to our guests in India, but we are also proud to share that we are now the largest hotel operator in Goa with a growing collection of midscale and in-demand economy brands presence.”
 
For a fun-filled holiday experience, ibis Styles Goa Calangute offers a host of indoor and outdoor recreational activities including table tennis, foosball, visualized cricket and bicycles to ride. Corporate guests can choose to host their private functions and events from two modern and stylish meeting rooms with state-of-the-art technology. Gym enthusiasts can sweat it out at the hotel’s Cardio Centre equipped with the latest fitness equipment and massage chairs.
 
Speaking on the opening, Nikheel Shirodkar, General Manager, ibis Styles Goa Calangute, said, “ibis Styles Goa Calangute offers a resort feel experience at an affordable price, making it the perfect destination for family vacations, leisure retreats or corporate team bonding sessions. Its bright and vibrant colours are seen throughout the hotel from its unique blend of architectural design. We look forward to extending the ibis Styles’ signature service to guests travelling to Goa.”
 
To celebrate its opening, the hotel is offering a 50% off for the second room for kids when guests book a deluxe room night stay with breakfast for two from now until 15th December 2016.
 
For reservations, please call (+91) 832 3016000 or email H8562-re@accor.com
 
About ibis Styles Goa Calangute
 
Nestled in between Calangute & Candolim beaches, ibis Styles Goa Calangute is India’s first ibis Styles hotel. A non-standardised economy and design brand ibis Styles offers an all-inclusive package with breakfast and internet access.
 
The hotel’s 197 pool facing guest rooms feature a hip and trendy design that are warm, welcoming and modern with  comfortable bedding and furnishings.
 
The property also has a 24 hour reception, a food and beverage outlet and a bar.
 
Spice It, is the hotel’s signature casual dining restaurant offering the best of Indian, Oriental and European cuisine with a buffet and a la carte menu options. The restaurant also features the Great Indian 8 hour breakfast from 4am to 12 pm.
 
The Hub bar, provides a wide selection of refreshing beverages and snacks.
 
Address: ibis Styles Goa Calangute, Survey 166, Naikawaddo, Calangute Bardez, 403516, Goa India
 
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ABOUT IBIS STYLES
 
Ibis Styles, AccorHotels’ economy brand, offers design experiences in a myriad of styles at an all-inclusive rate.
 
Creativity and good humour are the hallmarks of these comfortable, designer hotels which each have their own individual charm. Located in city centers or close to activity centers, each establishment offers an upbeat, stylish, happy mood atmosphere. The brand’s distinctive all-inclusive package includes the room, all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet and broadband Internet connection, plus a host of little extras. At the end of June 2016, the network comprised 339 hotels in 30 countries. 
 
AccorHotels, the world’s leading hotel operator, is present in 95 countries with more than 4,000 hotels and 240,000 employees.
 
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ACCORHOTELS IN INDIA
 
In India, AccorHotels operates a network of 10 distinctive brands underpinned by operational excellence, while embracing its European heritage. With 43 hotels across key destinations in the country, AccorHotels is uniquely placed as the only international hotel group with brands that span across all segments from luxury to budget.
 
As the leader in operating hotels and convention centres, AccorHotels currently manages the Hyderabad International Convention Centre, Lavasa International Convention Centre and Novotel Visakhapatnam The, the largest all-sea facing convention centre on the east coast of India supporting the growing MICE market segment. Additionally, AccorHotels will add the Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre in its portfolio towards the later part of this year.
 
ABOUT ACCORHOTELS
 
AccorHotels is a world-leading travel & lifestyle group and digital innovator offering unique experiences in more than 4,000 hotels, resorts and residences, as well as in over 2,500 of the finest private homes around the globe. Benefiting from dual expertise as an investor and operator through its HotelServices and HotelInvest divisions, AccorHotels operates in 95 countries. Its portfolio comprises internationally acclaimed luxury brands including Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel LEGEND, SO Sofitel, SOFITEL, onefinestay, MGallery by Sofitel, Pullman, and Swissôtel; as well as the popular midscale and boutique brands of Novotel, Mercure, Mama Shelter and Adagio; the in-demand economy brands including ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget and the regional brands Grand Mercure, The Sebel and hotelF1.
 
With an unmatched collection of brands and rich history spanning close to five decades, AccorHotels, along with its global team of more than 240,000 dedicated women and men, has a purposeful and heartfelt mission: to make every guest Feel Welcome. Guests enjoy access to one of the world’s most rewarding hotel loyalty programs - Le Club AccorHotels.
 
AccorHotels is active in its local communities and committed to sustainable development and solidarity through PLANET 21, a comprehensive program that brings together employees, guests and partners to drive sustainable growth.
 
Accor SA is publicly listed with shares trading on the Euronext Paris exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and the OTC marketplace (Code: ACRFY) in the United States.
 
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