CityBlue Hotels, Africa’s fastest-growing local hotel chain, has announced the opening of two new properties in South Sudan and Tanzania.
KAMPALA, UGANDA | NOW THEN DIGITAL — CityBlue Hotels, Africa’s fastest-growing local hotel chain, is excited to announce the signing of management agreements and the upcoming operations of two new properties.
The CityBlue Panorama Hotel & Suites in Juba, South Sudan, and Urban by CityBlue in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, will commence operations in July 2023.
CityBlue Panorama Hotel & Suites: Upscale Mid-Market Property in Juba
Located in the airport zone of Juba, South Sudan, the CityBlue Panorama Hotel & Suites is an upscale mid-market property with 72 rooms. This property completes CityBlue’s presence in every major city in East Africa.
The development company owning the hotel, represented by Andat Ghidey, expresses confidence in CityBlue’s strategy and looks forward to supporting the hotel in the South Sudanese market across rooms, food, beverage, and conferencing.
Urban by CityBlue: Boutique Lifestyle Property in Dar es Salaam
Urban by CityBlue is a boutique lifestyle property situated in Masaki, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This 65-room property features a rooftop restaurant, offering guests a unique dining experience.
Khalil Hamadi, director of the property company behind Urban by CityBlue, is optimistic about the partnership, highlighting the strong collaboration with CityBlue since 2019. He believes that the business plan will now come to fruition, signaling a new era for the hotel market in Dar es Salaam.
Founder & CEO Jameel Verjee’s Vision for CityBlue Hotels
Jameel Verjee, Founder & CEO of CityBlue Hotels, expresses confidence in the team’s ability to deliver exceptional results in terms of occupancy, rates, ESG targets, customer satisfaction, stakeholder support, and human resource development.
With a deep understanding of African hospitality, CityBlue is poised to make its mark in the exciting markets of Juba and Dar es Salaam, backed by valuable partnerships.
Jameel Verjee, Founder & CEO of CityBlue Hotels, said “Our homework has been done and we have a fantastic team which understands African hospitality. We are focused on results – in terms of occupancy, rates, ESG targets, customer satisfaction, stakeholder support and human resource development. Juba and Dar es Salaam are two exciting markets and we proud to have such partners”.
The Emin Pasha Hotel Joins the CityBlue Collection
In addition to the new property agreements, CityBlue Hotels is proud to announce the signing of an agreement between Diar Hospitality and The Emin Pasha Hotel in Kampala, Uganda.
Starting in June 2023, this prestigious and luxurious 4-star hotel will become part of the CityBlue Collection. The Emin Pasha Hotel is known for its exceptional hospitality and commitment to creating memorable experiences for guests.
Exquisite Culinary Delights and Wellness at The Emin Pasha Hotel
The Emin Pasha Hotel Kampala offers a delightful culinary journey for guests. Led by world-class chefs, the hotel’s renowned restaurants and bars serve exceptional menus inspired by global flavors and locally-sourced ingredients. Every dish is a culinary masterpiece that promises to satisfy even the most discerning palates.
For those seeking relaxation and wellness, The Emin Pasha Hotel features an exclusive spa offering indulgent treatments to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul. Guests can unwind in tranquil surroundings, indulge in therapeutic massages, or utilize state-of-the-art fitness facilities.
Harish Krishan, Cluster General Manager of Diar Hospitality in East Africa, expresses enthusiasm about joining hands with The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa and extending warm hospitality to esteemed guests. The focus is on creating extraordinary experiences and unforgettable memories for all guests.
“We are thrilled to join hands with The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa and the opportunity to extend our warm hospitality to our esteemed guests.” “We look forward to creating extraordinary experiences and unforgettable memories for all our guests,” said Harish Krishan, Cluster General Manager of Diar Hospitality in East Africa.
CityBlue Hotels continues to expand its footprint and deliver exceptional hospitality experiences throughout Africa, offering guests memorable stays and world-class service.
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