Radisson Hotel Group reported a record-breaking year in 2024, adding nearly 40,000 keys to its global portfolio. Radisson Blu remained the top upper-upscale brand in Europe for the 13th year, while the Group led the upscale resort segment in EMEA.
Strategic growth and new signings
Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer, stated: “Despite global geopolitical shifts in 2024, we had a successful year thanks to our relentless efforts to serve our two key customers: the guest and the owner. In 2025, we will continue creating more possibilities and opportunities for all our stakeholders through building on existing segments and partnerships as well as seeking new business avenues.”
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The Group expanded its Radisson Collection brand to nearly 70 hotels. This included the signing of its first properties in Paris and Madrid, a third property in Riyadh, and flagship openings in Rome and Srinagar. The Paris property is located in a Haussmann building near the Louvre Museum, while the Madrid hotel is in the Generali building on Alcala Street.
New openings across brands
In collaboration with PPHE Hotel Group, Radisson opened art’otel London Hoxton in May. The brand is set to expand in early 2025 with an art’otel property in Rome. Radisson Blu added over 20 properties, including in Casablanca and Conakry.
Radisson RED debuted in Danang, Berlin, Auckland, Vientiane, and Abuja. It also launched in Ireland with Radisson RED Galway and in Thailand with Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach.
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Midscale and resort growth
Radisson Individuals grew with nearly 15 additions in APAC and new properties in Oman, Sardinia, Turkey, France, and the UK. The Group rebranded prizeotel to Prize by Radisson, with new hotels in Gdansk and Berlin.
Radisson Hotel Group now has over 150 properties in the upscale resort segment. The portfolio expanded with a new hotel in Mauritius, located on the east coast along a pristine beach.