The Luxury Collection: Presence in the Dodecanese, following Marriott International’s agreement with Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa

Her signature agreement for inclusion of the Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa hotel in The Luxury Collection brand announced the Marriott International, Inc after extensive renovation of the hotel. Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece is expected to open in the summer of 2024, and will be the only luxury resort on the island of Patmos.

Inspired by the island’s rich heritage, the Patmos Aktis, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece is designed to offer a calm environment and a relaxing atmosphere in one of the most beautiful bays of the island, the Greek.

The renovation project undertaken by the architectural offices Stylianidis Vaggelis Architects and Anastassiadis Architecture & Design includes the 56 rooms, suites and villas, the construction of additional rooms in 2025, and the creation of a modern restaurant serving local cuisine with a modern approach and a bar on the terrace with a magnificent view of the bay. The culinary inspiration for the Plefsis Taverna traditional Greek taverna on the beach, draws on authentic Dodecanese cuisine and the enchanting seaside scenery.

The renovated Spa of the hotel is expected to offer rejuvenation and wellness treatments specially designed to detoxify and relax the body and mind, reflecting the spiritual energy of the island. Guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind relaxation experience that includes a rose petal-flavored welcome infusion, as well as Tibetan bell-sounding sessions combined with a range of rose-based beauty treatments.

The interior decoration which is under her supervision Patricia Anastasiadis, combines the authentic and luxurious experiential standards of The Luxury Collection brand with the essential simplicity that characterizes Patmos Aktis. A soft color palette that includes shades and tones of beige, white and blue is planned to be incorporated throughout the resort. Local works and traditional Greek touches of art will play an important role in the space, promoting the local character, the heritage of the island and its beautiful, special natural environment.

“Greece continues to be a highly sought-after leisure destination for our travelers from around the world”said Helen Leighton, Vice President – Luxury Brands, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International. “The arrival of The Luxury Collection brand on the idyllic island of Patmos in the Dodecanese further consolidates its leadership position in the luxury hospitality market. At the same time, it offers our visitors access to a magical and relatively unexplored destination, giving them the opportunity to experience authentic Greece. We are thrilled to be working with the owners of this beautiful resort to bring this project to fruition.”

Mr. Nikos Karamouzis, President of SMERemediumCap (SMERC) Investment Fundwhich owns the Patmos Aktis hotel, said: “The opening of Patmos Aktis, Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Greece will be an important milestone for the island of Patmos and a strategic achievement for the hotel. Through the alliance of Patmos Aktis Suites & Spa with an internationally renowned brand in the luxury hospitality market, we look forward to promoting the reputation of Patmos as a tourist destination with high standards, and to ensuring the long-term sustainability and strengthening of the local economy. In collaboration with the company Ad Hoc Hospitality Consultants, we are extremely proud of

our contribution to the development of our cultural heritage and to the new era that is opening for Patmos”.