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8 maltatoday | WEDNESDAY • 26 MARCH 2025 NEWS CORINTHIA Group, trading as International Hotel Investments p.l.c. (IHI), announces that its operating arm Corinthia Ho- tels has today officially opened an all-suite 5-star ultra-luxu- ry Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest in Roma- nia's capital. Situated at the prestigious intersection of Calea Victo- riei and Elisabeta Boulevard, Corinthia Bucharest has been entirely repurposed to the highest standards by its Roma- nian owners, NIRO Investment Group. The opening of Corinthia Bu- charest marks the brand's third luxury hotel opening in four months along with The Sur- rey, a Corinthia Hotel, in New York's Upper East Side, and Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria in Brussels. Corinthia's involvement in the project has been handled by QP, the Group's leading de- sign, engineering and project management company, and now, by Corinthia Hotels Lim- ited, which will operate the ho- tel on behalf of its owners. Simon Naudi, CEO of Corin- thia Group, said: "We are de- lighted to have brought anoth- er landmark property back to life. Corinthia Bucharest is a truly stunning hotel with rich heritage that has played an important part in Romania's diverse history, and flying the Corinthia flag in this city is a proud moment for us." With only 30 exclusive suites, the hotel offers an intimate, residential atmosphere in a palatial setting, ensuring each guest experiences the highest level of personalised service. Designed as havens of refined elegance, the suites feature be- spoke furnishings and artwork, and are flooded with light from expansive windows, and mod- ern amenities tailored to con- temporary travellers. Christophe Chamboncel, CEO of NIRO Group, said: "As owners, we envisioned Corin- thia Grand Hotel du Boulevard as more than just a place to stay; it is a tribute to this city's rich legacy, a beacon of re- fined hospitality, and a lasting investment in its future. This is not just a hotel; it is a state- ment of heritage, ambition, and the art of hospitality. Over the decades, the hotel has hosted royalty, dignitaries, and cultural icons, cementing its place in Romania's rich fab- ric. Now a national monument recognised by the Romanian Ministry of Culture, Corinthia Bucharest is poised to pioneer once more, as it aims to pro- vide elevated service and ex- periences to Romanians and international visitors, alike. Simon Casson, CEO of Corin- thia Hotels, said: ""Today marks an important chapter for Corinthia Hotels as we open the doors of our newest prop- erty. With its unrivalled luxu- ry and exceptional service, we are excited to offer our guests an intimate and refined expe- rience that beautifully blends heritage with modernity in one of the most captivating cities in Europe." Reuben Xuereb, CEO of QP, said: "This project has paid testament to QP's multi-disci- plinary competencies in design and project management, re- sulting in a luxury hotel deliv- ered to the highest of interna- tional standards." Corinthia Bucharest is also home to a trio of extraordi- nary venues – Sass' Restau- rant & Lounge, Boulevard 73, and Heritage Bar – adding a new dimension to the culinary scene in Romania's capital. Boulevard 73 occupies what was formerly the hotel's grand ballroom, where ornate ceil- ings and crystal chandeliers provide a majestic backdrop for an immersive culinary expe- rience, while Sass' Restaurant & Lounge is an extension of the internationally acclaimed Sass' Café Monaco, bringing maximalist Mediterranean flair to Bucharest in a chic ba- roque-style space. The Heritage Bar stands as a testament to Bucharest's gold- en age, offering an elegant af- ternoon tea service daily, as well as a signature cocktail menu inspired by the city's his- tory. The hotel also features Corin- thia Spa, Bucharest, offering an exclusive sanctuary for restor- ing balance and vitality, a fully equipped gym, and two private treatment rooms. Corinthia Group also recent- ly announced plans to plans to operate a landmark 102-sto- rey hotel and residential pro- ject under development in the heart of Dubai, while its recently-formed partnership with Action Real Estate Com- pany of Kuwait has acquired two boutique hotel properties totalling 100 keys in a prime location in Beverly Hills, Cal- ifornia. Corinthia opens ultra-luxury hotel in Bucharest