Elegant Hotel Collection has entered the luxury soft brand market, with the launch of 25 luxury hotels, and targeting 50 properties globally by the summer of 2024.

The independently-owned flag will expand on a curated, invitation-only basis, creating a luxury community where individual hotels receive tailored service.

Elegant identified a gap in the luxury market and is designed to reflect a renewed perspective on high-end travel, said a statement. All Elegant properties have been selected to embody the five elements of the brand – hospitality, authenticity, inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability – echoing the demands of today’s luxury travellers.

Elegant will take a dynamic, technology-led approach to luxury distribution. The group will operate on a unique pay-on-performance model biased toward results-based pricing rather than prohibitive fixed costs, delivering measurable ROI, it said.

As part of an elite community of hoteliers, Elegant member hotels will have access to an array of benefits that equip them to thrive in the global competitive landscape utilising the latest technology to adapt to target demographic buying behaviour.

Catt McLeod, Vice President Brand Development, Elegant Hotel Collection said: “We are thrilled to be launching the Elegant Hotel Collection and raising the profile of these exceptional hotels.

“Elegant Hotel Collection offers a compelling alternative to traditional legacy brands, delivering a fresh, dynamic and comprehensive approach to luxury representation.  The Elegant Hotel Collection is underpinned by a full suite of global partnerships and marketing solutions along with best-in-class technology.”

Founding members of Elegant Hotel Collection include some of the most highly awarded and regarded properties, featuring: Home House, London; Rosselli AX Privilege, Malta; the Exclusive Collection (Pennyhill Park, South Lodge, Lainston House, The Manor House, Royal Berkshire and Fanhams Hall), Sunborn Hotel Gibraltar;  Paresa Resort Phuket, Thailand;  La Sultana Oualidia, Morocco;  Cresta Palace Hotel, St Moritz; and Stapleford Park.

Stephanie Hall, Group Director of Sales & Marketing at Exclusive Collection, said: “We are thrilled to be a part of this community at a time when consumers are looking for brands that align not only with their values but in their quest to find new and memorable experiences that can be uniquely delivered from great boutique hotels and brands.” – TradeArabia News Service