Preferred Hotels and Resorts welcomes 14 new member properties

Preferred Hotels and Resorts welcomes 14 new member properties
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Preferred Hotels and Resorts has announced the addition of 14 new member properties, which includes more than five openings, to its global portfolio between April 1 and June 30 this year.

    Ranging from a new boutique in central São Paulo to an urban retreat in London’s financial district, each of these distinct and independent luxury hotels present personalised and authentic experiences designed to inspire and guide travellers as they explore the globe. Highlights include:

    • The Hotel Maria (Helsinki, Finland) – Legend Collection: Made up of four buildings built between 1885 and 1930, The Hotel Maria hosts 117 guestrooms and 38 suites and The Maria Wellness Club with a separate spa and deluxe fitness centre. Culinary offerings include Nordic and international dishes at The Garden Terrace, cocktails and live music at Bar Maria, and fine dining at signature restaurant, Lilja.

      The Hotel Maria

    • Pulso Hotel (São Paulo, Brazil) – L.V.X. Collection: Set to debut in September 2023 in the heart of São Paulo’s financial district is the Pulso Hotel. 57 stylish guestrooms and suites are on offer with a range of amenities, including a Parisian-Brazilian fusion restaurant, L’Occitane au Brésil SPA, heated pool, gym and wellness centre.
    • Hotel Saint (London, U.K.) – Lifestyle Collection: Set within the heart of London’s financial district, and in the original square mile of the city founded nearly 2,000 years ago, Hotel Saint is located just steps from the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and other city landmarks. The hotel is comprised of 267 contemporary guestrooms and suites, many with skyline views. Guests benefit from an array of on-site amenities including a rooftop bar on the 14th floor offering craft cocktails and skyline views; a gym outfitted with cardio and resistance equipment; and VQ restaurant serving traditional British dishes.
    • Wynn Palace Cotai (Macau, China) – Legend Collection: Located in Cotai, the 28-story luxury hotel extends 1,706 rooms, suites, and villas, and a variety of multi-sensory experiences – including five restaurants, nine casual restaurants and a bar. Additional highlights include a unique SkyCab above the dazzling Performance Lake; meeting and convention venues; the tranquil Spa at Wynn Palace; and Wynn Esplanade, showcasing the world’s leading luxury retail brands.
    • EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel (Lisbon, Portugal) – L.V.X. Collection: Perched in Lisbon and centrally located in the heart of the Portuguese capital next to Marquês de Pombal Square, EPIC SANA Marquês hosts 341 rooms, 37 suites, one presidential suite, and views over the city’s historic architecture and most emblematic sights. Offering a vibrant mix of both elegance and comfort within the city centre, the trendy boutique extends multiple dining options and amenities, including three restaurants, two bars, and bakery, a 7,534 square-foot AYANNA Wellness & Spa, and Sky Pool Lounge.

    Other member propertiestojoin Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfoliofrom April 1 through June 30, 2023, include:

    • The BoTree (London, U.K.) – Legend Collection

      The BoTree

    • Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid (Madrid, Spain) – L.V.X. Collection
    • Tangla Hotel Brussels (Brussels, Belgium) – Lifestyle Collection
    • Wynn Macau and Encore (Macau, China) – Legend Collection
    • Milano Verticale UNA Esperienze (Milano, Italy) – Lifestyle Collection
    • Principi di Piemonte UNA Esperienze (Torino, Italy) – L.V.X. Collection
    • Only YOU Hotel Valencia (Valencia, Spain) – L.V.X. Collection

      Only YOU Hotel Valencia

    • The Retreat, Links and Spa at Silvies Valley Ranch (Seneca, Oregon, United States) – Lifestyle Collection
    • Pendry Newport Beach (Newport Beach, California, United States) – L.V.X. Collection

    Each of these new member hotels participate in I Prefer Hotel Rewards, the brand’s points-based loyalty program with more than 4.5 million travellers enrolled globally. Complimentary to join, members of I Prefer earn points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, Elite status, and other value-rich benefits from eligible stays at more than 650 participating hotels and resorts worldwide.


    Featured Image: Wynn Macau and Encore (Preferred Hotels and Resorts)

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