With interiors designed by Sundukovy Sisters S+S, Accor is transforming a well-known city landmark into The Emporium Plovdiv MGallery – a boutique hotel, which embraces the history of the building while inviting guests to be part of a more contemporary story…
The MGallery Hotel Collection by Accor selects and curates unique properties around the world to form a collection of boutique hotels, each with its own story and immersing guests in the history and culture of the location. The Emporium Plovdiv – MGallery is located in the centre of the city, within walking distance of the sights and sounds which made Plovdiv Europe’s cultural capital of 2019. With interiors designed by Sundukovy Sisters S+S, one of the fastest growing and creative architectural studios in the hospitality industry and winners of Designers of the year 2018 title awarded by The Gold Key Awards, New York. The main goal was to preserve the building of the former department store – Evmolpia – a well-known landmark in Plovdiv city, by reviving the original features of the building and incorporating them into the hotel design and celebrating the local heritage.
The hotel shelters 61 contemporary guestrooms including 12 suites, all of which offer the trademark variety of facilities and amenities to create a truly luxurious experience which is part of the MGallery brand. Celebrating the history of the location hasn’t stopped the brand from introducing innovative technologies to enhance the hotel experience for guests with its Smart Rooms concept. The Emporium’s smart rooms have a number of luxurious features that allow guests to manage individual scenarios according to their mood, by adjusting the light to set the ambience, open and close the curtains and control the audio-visual functions.
On the F&B front, both international travellers and local guests are invited to enjoy the only Moët & Chandon Champagne & Cocktail Bar in the country. There will also be a gourmet restaurant, Torro Premio where the focus is on blending the best local products and craft to deliver unparalleled interpretation of modern Bulgarian cuisine. Torro Grande, the trendiest restaurant and sushi bar in the city, will delight the senses of those who seek a vibrant setting for socializing.
The spirit of luxury and indulgence is extended into the wellness offerings of this brand new MGallery hotel with both relaxationand fitness zones in place, helping guests keep the body and soul in balance. Extending the brand ethos to create captivating stories and make memorable moments last, The Emporium Plovdiv has trusted the exclusive French Shams Conseils Paris company to develop a tailor-made signature scent inspired by the destination. The hotel will also be the first property in the chain offering the luxury cosmetic amenities of the iconic French line Fragonard, a brand founded in 1926.
With more than 100 properties now under the MGallery umbrella, each tells a unique story inspired by its own remarkable past or the destination it calls home. From bespoke design and sensorial mixology to well-being dedicated to everyday self-care, MGallery hotels focus on the travel experience.
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