IHG and NOVUM Hospitality continue to make strides in Germany with the opening of the first Candlewood Suites property outside of the Americas. Candlewood Suites Berlin Charlottenburg is part of a dual-brand project, sharing a building with the recently opened Holiday Inn – the niu Flash. Candlewood Suites is also due to open a further five hotels in Germany this year, in Fürth, Heidelberg, Düsseldorf, Augsburg and Berlin.

Part of IHG Hotels & Resort’ Suites portfolio, Candlewood Suites is an aparthotel brand offering guests casual, reliable, and spacious studios and apartments equipped with kitchens. This provides guests the personal and physical space they need to not just stay comfortably but feel at home. Guests can enjoy the flexibility to cook their own meals, utilising the kitchens in each guestroom, complete with a microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher and coffee and tea-making facilities.

Candlewood Suites properties also offer self-service guest laundry, access to gym facilities and weekly housekeeping services. Guests can access the Candlewood Cupboard, a marketplace offering a variety of drinks, snacks and personal essentials for purchase or quality bean-to-cup coffee and tea available 24/7.

Mario Maxeiner, Managing Director Northern Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, commented: “We are looking forward to introducing the Candlewood Suites brand to Europe with the opening of Candlewood Suites Berlin Charlottenburg in Germany, one of our key European growth markets. We are especially proud of the swift collaboration between IHG and our partners at NOVUM Hospitality, who have successfully signed, converted, and begun to open Candlewood Suites hotels across the country . With 13 additional Candlewood Suites set to open across Germany in the coming months, we are delighted to offer guests a new midscale aparthotel experience, underpinned by a reliable service and apartment-style amenities to maintain their independence and daily routines with confidence.”

David Etmenan, Chief Executive Officer & Owner, NOVUM Hospitality, said: “As one of IHG’s largest global franchise partners, we are proud to bring Candlewood Suites to Germany, a brand that embodies comfort, convenience, and a home-like experience for our guests. This launch marks a significant step in our commitment to providing exceptional hospitality and tailored services that meet the evolving needs of travellers. We look forward to welcoming guests to our Candlewood Suites properties, where every stay feels like a home away from home.”

Samira Said, CEO, Novum Hospitality, added: “The collaborative effort of both our teams in bringing this brand to life in Germany has been truly exceptional. We are looking forward to our guests experiencing Candlewood Suites, a brand that perfectly aligns with our vision of delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. This launch represents our dedication to providing travellers with the comfort and flexibility they seek, whether for business or leisure. At NOVUM Hospitality, we believe that every guest deserves a welcoming space that feels like home, and Candlewood Suites is here to fulfil that promise.”

Candlewood Suites Berlin Charlottenburg joins IHG’s global portfolio of over 395 open Candlewood Suites hotels since the brand was acquired 2004 and will offer all the essentials guests want to create their own space to settle in.