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The exterior of\u00a0Hotel Bristol, a\u00a0Luxury Collection Hotel,\u00a0Odessa. (Photo: Business Wire)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n“We are delighted to partner with L.A.R.K. and Bristol-Krasnaya as we introduce The Luxury Collection brand into an emerging destination such as\u00a0Ukraine, further strengthening Starwood’s position as the world’s leader in luxury hospitality,” commented\u00a0Michael Wale, President,\u00a0Starwood Hotels & Resorts,\u00a0Europe,\u00a0Africa\u00a0&\u00a0Middle East. “The addition of\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0to The Luxury Collection brand portfolio allows us to provide global explorers with authentic travel experiences and exceptional service in\u00a0Odessa, a popular, charming and historic seaside destination.”<\/p>\n
“We are delighted to establish a long-term relationship with\u00a0Starwood Hotels and Resortswith the signing of the management contract for\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0and the hotel’s inclusion in The Luxury Collection portfolio,” commented Iryna Pshenna, General Director,\u00a0L.A.R.K. LLC(Vertex Hotel Group TM). “We are sure that by cooperating with such a reliable and highly experienced partner, we will succeed in playing a leading role in\u00a0Odessa\u00a0and Ukrainian’s luxury market segment. I believe that our management company\u00a0Vertex Hotel Group\u00a0and Starwood will accomplish our common objective to develop the travel industry in Ukraine.”<\/p>\n
Built in 1898 and designed by Alexander Bernardazzi and\u00a0Adolf Minkus, the majestic 112-room\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0is a masterful showcase of renaissance and baroque architectural styles, as well as the accommodation of choice for illustrious guests visiting the city by theBlack Sea. A celebrated landmark and the only luxury hotel in the historic city centre,\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0is situated on the famous sycamore-lined cobblestone\u00a0Pushkinskaya Street, across from Odessa’s\u00a0Philharmonic Theatre. Following the renovation,\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0will feature a signature restaurant and a destination bar, as well as almost 10.000 square feet of event and meeting space for special celebrations and business functions. The hotel will also offer leisure facilities, including an indoor pool, spa and fitness centre.<\/p>\n
Odessa\u00a0is the fifth largest city in\u00a0Ukraine\u00a0and is renowned for its seaport which handles the majority of the country’s export trade. The city is also a popular summer destination, attracting approximately one million visitors a year who flock to its fine sandy beaches.<\/p>\n
Starwood Strengthens Luxury Position<\/b><\/p>\n
The Luxury Collection is an ensemble of more than 85 of the finest hotels and resorts around the world, spanning 30 countries, offering the brand’s signature concierge service, lavish amenities and indigenous cultural experiences. In the last five years, Starwood has doubled its luxury room count to meet growing global demand. With more than 160 hotels operating under the St. Regis\u00ae, The Luxury Collection and W\u00ae hotel brands, Starwood has the leading portfolio of luxury hotels in the industry.<\/p>\n
“The Luxury Collection brand offers a blend of indigenous travel experiences and unparalleled service that appeals to today’s affluent travellers, and this addition to our luxury portfolio reinforces our commitment to growing in\u00a0Eastern Europe\u00a0with a strong focus on conversions,” says\u00a0Bart Carnahan, Senior Vice President, Acquisitions & Development,\u00a0Starwood Hotels & Resorts,\u00a0Europe,\u00a0Africa\u00a0&\u00a0Middle East. “By joining The Luxury Collection,\u00a0Hotel Bristol,Odessa\u00a0will be able to continue delivering authentic experiences and an exceptional level of service to its guests while tapping into the power and breadth of the Starwood network.”<\/p>\n
Hotel Bristol,\u00a0Odessa\u00a0will be the second Starwood hotel in\u00a0Ukraine\u00a0after Four Points by Sheraton Zaporozhye, which opened in 2011, and will be followed by the debut of\u00a0Sheraton Kiev Olympiysky Hotel\u00a0in the capital later next year.<\/p>\n
About\u00a0The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts<\/b><\/p>\n
The Luxury Collection\u00ae is an ensemble of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world’s most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination’s indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent decor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA\u00ae brand as a collection of\u00a0Europe’smost celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 85 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel’s distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world’s finest. For more information, please visit\u00a0www.luxurycollection.com<\/a><\/p>\n Starwood’s Luxury Collection Expands into Ukraine with Hotel Bristol<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Scheduled to Open in 2014,\u00a0Hotel Bristol,\u00a0Odessa\u00a0will Offer Authentic Travel Experiences to Global Explorers in\u00a0Ukraine ODESSA,\u00a0Ukraine—Jul. 9, 2013–\u00a0Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.\u00a0(NYSE: HOT), today announced that\u00a0Hotel Bristol\u00a0in Odessa,\u00a0Ukraine\u00a0will join The Luxury Collection\u00ae portfolio. Jointly owned by\u00a0L.A.R.K. LLC\u00a0(Vertex Hotel Group TM)…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4541,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[91,742],"tags":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"yoast_head":"\n