Accor has signed an agreement with Kaya Group to introduce the first Mövenpick property to the eastern Turkish province Diyarbakır. Set to open on August 14, 2023, Mövenpick Diyarbakır, the city's newest 5-star hotel, offers world-renowned hospitality and upscale accommodation combined with elevated experiences and facilities suited for both business and leisure travels.
Nestled in the heart of the city, Mövenpick Diyarbakır, will feature 153 spacious rooms and suites designed to offer modern comfort. Providing an unparalleled sense of relaxation, all suites have jacuzzis to ensure an indulgent stay after a day of exploring the city or conducting business in the area. Easily accessible for travellers, Diyarbakır Airport is just a 5-min drive, 10-min drive from Diyarbakır Organized Industrial Zone and within walking distance to the key business centers.
On the signing, Paul Stevens, Chief Operating Officer, Premium, Midscale & Economy Division, Middle East, Africa & Türkiye at Accor said: "We are delighted to expand our presence in Türkiye with the signing of Mövenpick Diyarbakır in this dynamic destination, where we will continue to offer travellers heart-warming moments and relaxed hotel experiences. The hotel's location offers guests a great destination for business or leisure purposes and is perfectly suited for exploring the rich heritage of Diyarbakir."
Speaking on their partnership with Accor, Şeyhmus Kaya, Kaya Group Chairman of the Board of Directors, said: "As Kaya Group, we always care about making investments that will add value to our country. With Mövenpick Diyarbakır, in partnership with a reputable global brand in the hospitality industry such as Accor, we aim to bring the highest service quality that will make a difference in Diyarbakır, one of the most important and liveliest cities in Türkiye. Diyarbakır has great potential in terms of not only trade but also tourism. We believe that our investment in Diyarbakır will significantly impact increasing the allure of both Diyarbakır and Türkiye".
Sercan Altun, Hotel Manager Mövenpick Diyarbakır added: "It is very meaningful for our city that an international hotel chain that is rooted in Swiss hospitality will open its doors in Diyarbakır. Aside from the excitement of bringing such a global brand to Diyarbakır, we are also excited that we will have the opportunity to raise the tourism bar of our city even higher with the superior service quality we will provide to our guests and enable business opportunities to arise".
The hotel will offer an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a spa. Its convenient location in the heart of the ancient lands, invites guests to exercise while enjoying the stunning views and discovering all the city has to offer. Guests are also set to be immersed in the vibrancy of Mövenpick's main restaurant, offerings international and renowned Mövenpick flavours complemented by local and traditional delicacies.
Flooded with natural daylight, the hotel boasts five spacious modern meeting and event spaces ideal for corporate meetings or company gatherings, while the impressive 660 m2 ballroom is designed to host weddings and special occasions with a capacity of up to 1200 guests.