Accor - a world leading hospitality group - strengthens its presence in Malta with the signing of a new franchising agreement with URBAN HOTEL LTD, which will see the hotel “Number 11” become part of the Handwritten Collection brand at the end of 2023.
“We are excited about this new partnership with Urban Hotels Malta Ltd to bring the Handwritten collection to the island. We recognize Malta as a highly attractive destination due to its natural beauty, rich history, local culture, and exceptional hospitality. Accor values sustainability and respecting the local area, and we believe that partnering with existing structures is key to achieving this. By collaborating with Urban Hotels Malta Ltd, we can leverage our expertise and distribution capabilities to enhance their value.” said Ettore Cavallino, Senior Director of Development for Italy, Greece, and Malta at Accor.
Malcolm Azzopardi, General Manager of Urban Hotels Malta Ltd singled out this new agreement with Accor as an important milestone in the group’s quest for excellence.
"Associating ourselves with such a prestigious global hospitality group as Accor and having our Number 11 St. Julian’s Malta become a part of its growing Handwritten Collection portfolio is a significant milestone for Urban Hotels Malta Ltd. It reaffirms our commitment to providing exceptional experiences to our guests and aligns perfectly with our dedication to offering unparalleled service, distinctive character, and genuine warmth in the heart of Malta."
Number 11 St. Julian's Malta is an adults-only hotel that opened in 2022. The hotel is situated in a prime location near restaurants, shopping centres, the marina, and the seafront promenade. Guests can enjoy daily complimentary breakfast and amenities like a rooftop pool and a sunlit vertical garden. The in-house restaurant, Hammett's Mestizo, serves Latin American-inspired cuisine and cocktails.
Number 11 is dedicated to sustainable practices, such as reducing single-use plastics through eco-friendly laundry policies. The hotel also supports environmental responsibility by providing guests with reusable water bottles and free water refills.
The Handwritten Collection launched in early 2023, bringing together establishments with unique personalities that intimately reflect the character and warmth of their owners. The collection's portfolio is expected to reach 250 hotels by 2030 throughout the globe with properties already opened in Australia, France, Italy, Poland, and China.