Preferred Hotels & Resorts Adds Six New Properties

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, a global collection of independent hotels, has added six new member properties to its portfolio. Added between October 1 and December 31, 2022, the properties range from an Italian wellness retreat to a 17th century manor estate set along the Celtic Sea.

The six new properties are:

Borgobrufa SPA Resort, Umbria, Italy (L.V.X. Collection): Set amid olive groves, orchards and vineyards, this property presents a secluded wellness retreat with only 49 rooms and suites, some with private Jacuzzis and Finnish saunas. At the heart of the resort is Umbria’s largest spa, comprising more than 32,000 square feet with heated indoor and outdoor pools, and an array of treatments, including traditional heat baths alongside salt and snow rooms. Other highlights include two restaurants, a wine cellar of more than 350 vintages, and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, e-bike tours, tennis and hiking.

Castlemartyr Resort, Cork, Ireland (L.V.X. Collection, Preferred Residences): Set on 220 acres, this estate has ties to Sir Walter Raleigh, the Boyle Family, Earls of Shannon and Oliver Cromwell. The property includes a fully restored 17th century manor, offering 106 guestrooms and suites, and 36 luxury self-catering lodges. Multiple dining options are available, as is a Ron Kirby-designed golf course, spa and swimming pool.

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, Scotland (L.V.X. Collection): Comprising five distinct buildings including the 19th century India Buildings on Victoria Street in Edinburgh’s Old Town, this property marks the first phase of Virgin Hotels’ U.K. debut. The pet-friendly hotel offers up 222 guestrooms and suites featuring Virgin Hotels’ signature chamber design, alongside several dining outlets and event spaces, including Greyfriar’s Hall – a 19th century church restored and repurposed for special events.

Galeria Plaza Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico (Lifestyle Collection): A soaring tower located in the heart of Monterrey’s new financial district, this property will be the fifth addition to the Hoteles Galeria Plaza brand when it opens in March 2023. The hotel blends avant-garde and minimalist designs in 196 deluxe rooms, six lofts and two master suites. Highlights include a pool and lounge, terrace with firepit, full-service spa, fitness center and two restaurants.

sly Berlin, Berlin, Germany (Lifestyle Collection): Located in Berlin’s trendy Friedrichshain neighborhood, this hotel features the latest architectural trend of blending indoor and outdoor spaces with four buildings, including a 2,368-square-foot greenhouse, open-air walkways, and courtyard spaces. The property has 150 guestrooms and suites, some with spacious balconies or terraces. Set to open in summer 2023, other highlights include a large rooftop sauna with skyline views, a health club and a restaurant featuring an open kitchen and grill.

The Elser Hotel & Residences, Miami, Florida (Lifestyle Collection): This 49-story, 646-room luxury tower hotel presents accommodations ranging from studios to three-bedroom suites, with direct proximity to Miami’s world-class entertainment, arts and dining. Onsite amenities include a pool with lounge, a 16-foot LED screen wall, 19,000-square-foot sun deck, and an expansive event lawn.

Travel advisors can book these hotels via their preferred GDS using the “PH” and “PV” chain codes.