Radisson Individuals debuts in Latin America

Radisson Hotel Group Americas announced the signing and opening of a portfolio of eight Radisson Individual hotels in Colombia and Panama. The portfolio is owned and operated by Faranda Hotels, a renowned hotel company in Latin America and Spain.

The eight hotels have already opened their doors as Radisson Individuales and there are advanced negotiations to sign additional properties in the Caribbean and Latin America with Faranda Hotels. Each of the hotels provides spectacular accommodations in unique destinations, offering a taste of paradise along stunning beaches and in charming cities rich in culture.

“We are thrilled to begin this exciting new relationship with Faranda Hotels and welcome these extraordinary hotels to the Radisson Hotel Group Americas family,” said Paul Adan, Managing Director, Caribbean and Latin America (CALA), Radisson Hotel Group Americas. (RHGA). “The signing of this portfolio marks an important milestone as we introduce Radisson Individuals in Latin America. This brand is sure to fuel RHGA's growth in the region as it makes it easier for top-tier independent hotels to affiliate with one of the world's largest hotel companies. The Faranda Hotels portfolio is sure to add tremendous value to our Radisson Rewards Americas program as well, offering our members fantastic resort options. We are very grateful to Onirius Hospitality,

Among the incorporated hotels are two emblematic properties in both Colombia and Panama. On the one hand, the Hotel Caribe by Faranda Grand, the first hotel that opened in Cartagena in 1945, just a few steps from Bocagrande beach. As well as Hotel El Panama by Faranda Grand in Panama City, recognized for its beautiful event space with 25 meeting rooms with capacity for 5,000 guests. On the other hand, three boutique hotels are being opened within the historic Walled City of Cartagena, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Hotels will also open in Bogotá, Barranquilla and Cali, representing the reintroduction of the Radisson Hotel Group Americas brand in this market.

"Joining the Radisson Individuals brand was the perfect opportunity to affiliate our hotel portfolio to the Radisson Hotel Group Americas system, maintaining the unique identity and exclusive style that our guests expect from our hotels," said Carlos Fernández, Faranda's Commercial Director. Hotels. "We look forward to introducing this remarkable brand to Latin America and creating memorable moments for all of our guests."