Accor signs first Mercure property in Nepal
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Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group with over 430 hotels across India, the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, signed its first Mercure property in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Set to open in 2023, Mercure Kathmandu will bring 105 keys at Sukeddhara Ring Road, offering great proximity and connectivity to the city’s main attractions and centre.
“Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is steeped in rich history, long associated with ancient traditions and a vibrant culture. The hotel is only a short journey from the airport and close to the bustling city centre and iconic city attractions, which include many World Heritage Sites such as the remarkable Swayambhunath Stupa and the sacred Hindu temple in Pashupatinath,” read a statement issued by the Accor.
The property is being developed by The Metropolitan Hotel Private Limited, with Desh Bandhu Basnet, Bijaya B. Malla and Rajendra Raut, at the helm.
Set in a valley, surrounded by the scenic Himalayas, the Mercure Kathmandu comes complete with dining facilities, including an all-day dining restaurant and bar, alongside a fitness centre, an indoor swimming pool and state-of-the-art meeting facilities.
Senior Vice President – Operations, Accor India and South Asia Puneet Dhawan , VP Development, Accor India & South Asia Aniruddh Kumar, and Chairman, The Metropolitan Hotel Desh Bandhu Basnet highly evaluated partnership with Accor introducing the world-class Mercure brand to Nepal with the signing of Mercure Kathmandu.
The signing of the project further strengthens Accor’s already dominant position in India and South Asia, with its existing 56 properties across a selection of brands, including Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and ibis Styles.
Accor is a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,300 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.
28 December 2022
