Project of the Week: Green Coast MGallery, Albania
Green Coast MGallery (imagery: © Green Coast / Balfin Group)
Green Coast MGallery in Albania wins our Project of the Week title for its striking contemporary design, comprehensive F&B programme and private beach.
MGallery’s first scheme in Albania, this newbuild waterfront hotel looks set to take the country’s rapidly developing hospitality scene to the next level.
Accor eyes Albanian opportunities
Earlier this year, Accor announced plans to open the first MGallery hotel in Albania, having signed a franchise agreement with Green Coast Hotel, part of Balfin Group. Green Coast MGallery will be built on the idyllic shores of Palasa on the Albanian Riviera.
The 112-key property promises to mark a milestone for the Albanian tourism industry by enhancing the country’s international visibility, while also strengthening Accor’s portfolio in the southeast of Europe.
The French hotel giant reported that the company in charge of the concept design for this property is a “very prestigious architectural studio from Belgium”, but no further details have yet been disclosed. Construction is expected to begin in late 2021.
Inspired by the local culture
On completion, this new hotel will comprise 112 luxurious rooms and suites, combining inspiration taken from local traditions with a contemporary aesthetic.
Amenities throughout this luxury property will include a concept restaurant with breakfast area, a destination lobby bar, an executive club lounge, green rooftops and a VIP club, as well as a signature spa and a private beach for added exclusivity. Events will be hosted in a range of banquet and meeting facilities, not least flexible spaces at the beach, pool and restaurant terraces.
Green Coast MGallery is expected to complete in the second quarter of 2024.
Many TOPHOTELNEWS articles draw on exclusive information from the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database. This subscription-based product includes details of thousands of hotel projects around the world, along with the key decision-makers behind them. Please note, our data may differ from records held by other organisations. Generally, the database focuses on four- and five-star schemes of significant scale; tracks projects in either the vision, pre-planning, planning, under-construction, pre-opening or newly opened phase; and covers newbuilds, extensions, refurbishments and conversions.
Related Articles
The Social Hub brings hybrid hospitality concept to the UK
The Social Hub Glasgow combines a 494-key hotel, complete with student and extended-stay rooms, with extensive co-working space, event space and social venues. Learn, stay, work and play The result of a £90 million development, The Social Hub Glasgow is the 18th hub...
The Social Hub brings hybrid hospitality concept to the UK
The Social Hub Glasgow combines a 494-key hotel, complete with student and extended-stay rooms, with extensive co-working space, event space and social venues. Learn, stay, work and play The result of a £90 million development, The Social Hub Glasgow is the 18th hub...
Amara Hotels & Resorts to embark on brand redesign
The reimagination of these properties responds to the evolving preferences of today’s traveller. The properties will unveil their new design mid-2024, with new brand experiences to follow. Brand transformation Through its brand redesign, Amara Hotels & Resorts...
Hilton to bring Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand to Jaipur
Joining the recently signed Waldorf Astoria in Jaipur, Conrad Jaipur will become the second luxury Hilton hotel in the ‘Pink City’. The new luxury Conrad hotel is expected to open in 2027. Growth across India The 246-key Conrad Jaipur is to be developed in partnership...
IHG grows voco brand in South Korea with new Seoul signing
Following the rebranding of an existing property, the hotel will become IHG’s second voco branded hotel in South Korea, following the 2022 debut of voco Seoul Gangnam. A heightened presence Following its recent signing, voco Seoul Myeongdong is set to open by the...
Marina Bay Sands reveals details of multi-billion-dollar expansion
Inclusive of a luxury hotel tower, entertainment arena and additional MICE space, the expansion has been designed by original architects of the property, Safdie Architects. Resort expansion The expansion of this iconic resort will see the construction of a luxury...
ABOUT THE BRAND
The MGallery Hotel Collection brand thoughtfully selects and curates unique properties around the world, forming a storied collection of boutique hotels with true soul where captivating stories are lived and shared.
