Preferred Hotels & Resorts, recognized as the largest network of independent hotels globally, is delighted to welcome 10 new properties to its expansive collection from October through December 2024. To commemorate this expansion, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can accrue an additional 2,500 bonus points for stays at these new locations for a limited period. These properties range from a charmingly restored mansion in Santiago to a luxurious alpine hideaway in Austria, each offering distinctive experiences that cater to the adventurous spirit of global travelers in 2025 and beyond. Notable additions include:

• Gamboa Rainforest Reserve (Gamboa, Panama) – Lifestyle Collection: Situated deep in Panama’s dense jungle by the Chagres River, this reserve offers 166 rooms with stunning jungle and river views. Highlights include aerial tram tours, kayaking on the Panama Canal, and cultural engagements with local tribes.
• Hotel Magnolia (Santiago, Chile) – L.V.X. Collection: Nestled in Santiago’s historical heart, this converted historic building provides 40 rooms that mix traditional charm with contemporary elegance. Features include a rooftop terrace and unique cultural experiences like city tours and exclusive wine tastings.
• Aurika Udaipur – Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels (Udaipur, India) – Lifestyle Collection: Overlooking Udaipur, this luxurious hotel is infused with Rajasthani majesty, offering 139 rooms with splendid views. Guests can enjoy traditional performances, a richly decorated bar, and holistic spa treatments.
• Hotel Kitzhof – Mountain Design Resort (Kitzbühel, Austria) – L.V.X. Collection: This resort blends alpine aesthetics with modern design, located near Kitzbühel. It features 160 rooms with activities like skiing and mountain biking, and amenities including multiple dining options and a full-service spa.
• César Lanzarote (La Asomada, Lanzarote, Spain) – L.V.X Collection: Located in La Geria Natural Park, this adults-only boutique hotel provides 20 rooms with ocean or volcano views. Guests can engage in outdoor activities and enjoy Canarian cuisine, alongside wellness treatments inspired by the volcanic landscape.

“We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional properties to our global portfolio of luxury independent hotels, as part of our largest year of growth since 2019,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Each new member delivers an unparalleled travel experience that celebrates the essence of its location and allows us to connect discerning travelers with distinctive hotels that offer unforgettable stays in some of the world’s most inspiring destinations.”

Other recent members of Preferred Hotels & Resorts include:

• Appenzeller Huus – Huus Loewen (Gonten, Switzerland) – Lifestyle Collection
• Aurika Mumbai International Airport (Mumbai, India) – Lifestyle Collection
• Das Achental (Grassau, Germany) – L.V.X Collection
• Hotel Las Islas (Cartagena, Colombia) – L.V.X. Collection
• L’Ermitage Beverly Hills (Beverly Hills, California) – Legend Collection

The I Prefer Hotel Rewards program, free to join, offers points that can be redeemed for Reward Certificates, Titanium status, and other valuable benefits, with over 600 participating hotels worldwide. For a limited time, both new and existing members can earn 2,500 bonus points for bookings made by March 31, 2025, for stays between January 2 and June 30, 2025.

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