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The First AC Hotel by Marriott Opens in Split

At the top of the tallest skyscraper in Croatia, the 135-meter high Split Westgate Tower, a new AC Hotels by Marriott hotel has opened, which is part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, the global travel program of Marriott International. It was designed by renowned architect Otto Barić, and the hotel lobby is adorned with artworks by local authors, including works by the eminent Croatian artist Vatroslav Kuliš, according to the statement.

The contemporary minimalist design of the 214 rooms and suites allows guests to use the space in a way that suits them best, offering ample storage for luggage or a comfortable workspace. Hotel guests can enjoy views of the 1700-year-old Roman aqueduct that stretches alongside the hotel through the fully glazed tower, and each room offers a view of the sea and the city panorama.

In line with the Adriatic culinary scene, AC Hotel by Marriott Split offers Mediterranean cuisine flavors at the Laureto restaurant, led by Croatian chef Goran Šikić. Cumano Bar offers a variety of creative cocktails and timeless classics with a modern twist, including the signature AC Gin Tonic.

Other amenities include a 178 SPA with an indoor pool, sauna, and steam room, as well as 325 square meters of meeting space that can accommodate up to 240 people. Guests also have access to a gym with modern Matrix equipment.

– The opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Split marks an exciting chapter for the local hotel industry, especially as Marriott International debuts the AC brand in Croatia. We hope for a significant contribution to the economic growth of the region by attracting business and tourist guests and developing corporate partnerships. We also look forward to welcoming our first guests at AC Hotel by Marriott Split and showcasing our distinctive offerings, ” said Ljubica Bauk, General Manager of AC Hotels by Marriott Split, in the statement.

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The hotel rooms have views of the sea and the city panorama

AC Hotels has more than 225 hotels in 31 countries worldwide.

– We are thrilled to expand the presence of Marriott Bonvoy and introduce AC Hotels through an exceptional customer and design experience in Croatia. Split, as a cultural and tourist center of Croatia, offers numerous attractions such as the UNESCO-protected Diocletian’s Palace, as well as endless opportunities to enjoy modern Mediterranean cuisine, exciting nightlife, and paradise beaches, ” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President of Marriott International for premium and select brands in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

In Split, construction of another hotel from the well-known Accor hotel chain, under the brand Mövenpick Split, is set to begin this fall, with construction estimated at 25 million euros. The hotel will be located in an attractive area in Žnjan and will feature 156 sea-view rooms, two restaurants, a spa center, innovative workspaces, and a conference facility. The hotel is expected to open in 2024.

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