Accor is a leading global hospitality group headquartered in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France, with operations spanning more than 100 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. Founded in 1967 by Paul Dubrule and Gérard Pélisson, the company has grown from a single motel in Lille into one of the world’s largest hotel operators and owners, offering accommodation and hospitality services to both leisure and business travelers.
The company’s extensive brand portfolio covers a wide spectrum of market segments, ranging from luxury and premium offerings to midscale and economy hotels. Its luxury and lifestyle brands include Sofitel, Raffles, Fairmont and SLS, while premium and midscale offerings feature MGallery, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure and Novotel Suites. Economy and budget travelers are served through ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget and hotelF1. Accor operates a mix of owned, leased, managed and franchised properties, allowing for flexibility in its growth strategy.
In addition to traditional lodging, Accor provides a range of ancillary services including event planning, food and beverage operations, wellness and spa facilities, co-working spaces and loyalty programs under the Accor Live Limitless (ALL) platform. The ALL program integrates hotel bookings with lifestyle benefits, dining, entertainment and partnerships across the travel and leisure ecosystem. The group has also invested in digital technology and strategic partnerships to enhance its distribution channels and customer experience.
Under the leadership of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Sébastien Bazin, Accor continues to pursue sustainable growth and innovation in the hospitality industry. The company places emphasis on environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, with targets to reduce carbon emissions, promote responsible sourcing and support local communities. Accor’s executive committee brings together experienced leaders in operations, finance, technology and sustainability to guide its global expansion and service excellence.
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