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Historic Hotels of Europe and Green Key enter cooperation agreement
03/09/2020
Green Key The world’s leading sustainability certification programme for the hospitality industry, with more than 3,200 awarded establishments in 65 countries. The Green Key award is based on compliance with a strict set of criteria that are internationally recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.
Four gorgeous new properties join the Historic Hotels of Europe Collection
06/05/2020
We’re delighted to share some good news during these trying times. We’ve recently welcomed four new properties to the Historic Hotels of Europe Collection, providing our visitors with even more outstanding holiday choices across the continent. Each luxurious property has a fascinating heritage, and guarantees an exceptional experience to all those who visit.
Historic Hotels of Europe Awards 2020: Winners Announced
26/02/2020
For the seventh year running, Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE) have announced the winners of its prestigious annual awards ceremony. Honouring historic hotels across the continent, the awards this year go to properties delivering unique, superior and deeply cultural experiences. Votes have been collected from in-the-know travellers and hotel lovers - nearly 90% of which have stayed in the properties themselves (the rest of those surveyed plan to). The award winners were announced on Monday 24th of February at Hotel Stefanie - the oldest hotel in Vienna - during a gala dinner.
Hotels of Europe Awards: voting opens for 2018
18/07/2017
With more than 400 historic hotels in 11 European countries making up the collection, the 8 diverse categories range from Historic Hotel Gourmet Award to Historic Hotel Castle Award. The awards are a chance to shine the spotlight on the staff and managers of hotels who give guests that ‘something special’ - outstanding hospitality, unforgettable experiences and a doorway to their property’s unique past.
Hotels of Europe Awards: Abstimmung für 2018 beginnt
Mit mehr als 400 historischen Hotels in 11 europäischen Ländern ist die Auswahl groß. Es gibt 8 abwechslungsreiche Kategorien vom Gourmet Award bis hin zum Schlosshotel Award. Die Auszeichnungen bieten eine Möglichkeit, die Manager und die Angestellten des Hotels ins Rampenlicht zu rücken, die den Gästen etwas Spezielles bieten – außerordentliche Gastfreundschaft, unvergessliche Erlebnisse und die faszinierende Geschichte der Vergangenheit.
Historic Hotels of Europe step into Spring with 11 new members
05/05/2017
On our continued quest to discover unique, historical treasures, Historic Hotels of Europe welcomes 11 new member properties, spanning across the continent. Whether you’re staying within the ancient walls of a castle ruin or spending the night as lord or lady in a centuries-old manor house, each luxurious hotel boasts fascinating heritage and unforgettable experiences.
Historic Hotels of Europe startet mit 11 neuen Mitgliedern in den Frühling
09/05/2017
Auf der ständigen Suche nach einzigartigen historischen Schätzen heißt Historic Hotels of Europe 11 neue Mitglieder willkommen, die über den ganzen Kontinent verteilt sind. Ob Sie in den antiken Mauern einer Schlossruine wohnen oder die Nacht als Lord oder Lady in einem jahrhundertealten Herrenhaus verbringen, jedes Luxus-Hotel stellt ein faszinierendes Erbe dar und wird einen unvergesslichen Eindruck hinterlassen.
Historic Hotels of Europe announce the Award Winners 2017
26/10/2016
At the idyllic setting of the Aigialos Hotel in Santorini the members of the Historic Hotels of Europe were united once again on the 23rd of October 2016 for the Historic Hotels of Europe Award Ceremony.
Historic Hotels of Europe names finalists of its 2017 Awards
16/10/2016
Historic Hotels of Europe are delighted to announce the finalists in the Historic Hotels of Europe 2017 Awards. Now in its fifth year, these awards are voted for by the public and give recognition to those historic hotels in the membership across 18 countries. All finalists are invited to an exclusive Awards Ceremony Day in Santorini on Sunday October 23rd.
Historic Hotels of Europe opens Voting for 2017 Excellence Awards
15/06/2016
Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE) is inviting past guests and discerning travellers to vote in its fifth annual awards, honouring excellence among almost 500 historic hotels in 18 European countries. The awards honour the staff and managers of hotels that shine in 10 wide-ranging categories, designed to reflect the breadth of the HHE membership.
Historic Hotels of Europe öffnet die Abstimmung für die Auszeichnung der exzellenten Hotels 2017
15/06/2016
Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE) lädt ehemalige Gäste und Reisende ein, an der fünften Abstimmung dieser jährlichen Auszeichnung teilzunehmen, in der die Exzellenz der besten Hotels unter den 500 historischen Hotels in 18 europäischen Ländern ausgezeichnet wird. Die Auszeichnung ehrt die Mitarbeiter und Führungskräfte von Hotels, die in 10 unterschiedlichen Kategorien glänzen, die zugleich die Bandbreite der HHE Mitglieder reflektieren.
Historic Hotels of Europe launches innovative guest gateway
01/06/2016
Discerning travellers in search of the perfect break can now be digitally transported across Europe from the comfort of their own home, using the stunning new responsive website launched by Historic Hotels of Europe.
Historic Hotels of Europe startet innovative Gäste Plattform
01/06/2016
Anspruchsvolle Reisende auf der Suche nach dem perfekten Urlaub können jetzt vom Komfort ihres eigenen Heimes aus digital quer durch Europa navigieren, indem sie die atemberaubende neue ansprechende Webseite verwenden, die von Historic Hotels of Europe vom Stapel gelaufen ist.
Historic Hotels of Europe Awards 2016
17/11/2015
Historic Hotels of Europe names winners of its 2016 awards, celebrating excellence in luxury hospitality
Hôtels Historiques d’Europe lance son nouveau portail pour les hôtes
01/06/2016
Les voyageurs clairvoyants à la recherche des vacances parfaites peuvent désormais être transportés numériquement à travers toute l’Europe depuis le confort de leur maison, en utilisant le magnifique nouveau site web réactif mis en ligne par Hôtels Historiques d’Europe.
3rd Historic Hotels of Europe 'Hotelier's Conference'
19/03/2016
The Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE) held their Hoteliers Meeting and Conference on the 22nd of June 2015 at the Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzberg, Austria. It was also the occasion of the 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner of the Schlosshotels & Herrenhäuser, our Austrian member
Net Affinity, an award winning Technology, Design and Marketing Company announces its partnership with Historic Hotels of Europe (HHE)
15/04/2015
This exciting announcement will see more than 500 hotels across Europe integrate with Net Affinity’s booking technology platform and avail of their award winning design and marketing services
Historic Hotels of Europe Celebrates 2015 with 20 New Members
09/02/2015
Exceptional Historic Hotels Group Enjoys Unprecedented Growth in New Membership
