Valor Hospitality Partners has expanded its operations by taking over management of Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor. The hotel, located near Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, was developed in 2013 by Mauritian company Omnicane and is an InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)-franchised property.
The 140-room hotel primarily serves travellers in transit, airport staff, business professionals and the MICE market.
Bertrand Thevenau, CEO: Retail, Property and Brands at Omnicane, explained the rationale behind the partnership: “Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor is not our core business and it became evident that we needed a specialist management partner, with expertise and knowledge, to assist in elevating the hotel to its full potential.
“Valor was referred to us by IHG as one of many potential strategic partners to consider. Omnicane selected Valor based on their approach to Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor and their confidence in the brand.”
Valor will oversee operational aspects such as revenue generation, marketing and staff training with focus on building a strong service culture.
Tony Romer-Lee, Co-founder and Managing Partner: Asia, Middle East and Africa, at Valor Hospitality, said: “Mauritius is a key market for Valor. The island is a mature, booming market, which has attracted numerous international brands with many established local brands that have laid down strong roots. Mauritians excel at hospitality and the island has an excellent reputation.
“Holiday Inn, as a brand, has evolved over the past 10 years, which Valor will incorporate into this property over time. We have established our presence in East Africa, South Africa and Central Africa with Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor as our second international franchised Indian Ocean property.”
Jacques M d’Unienville, CEO of Omnicane, expressed optimism about the partnership: “We are confident that Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Trésor is on the right track, having seen a difference already since Valor has come onboard through their efforts, resources and suggestions. We are thrilled to officially welcome Valor to Mauritius.”
