New Mercure hotel opens in Alba Iulia

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The Accor hotel chain has announced the opening of its first international brand hotel in Alba Iulia. The new Mercure hotel is the tenth under this brand in Romania.

Mercure Alba Iulia features 118 rooms, a SPA center, an on-site restaurant and a modular conference space that can accommodate up to 500 people.

The project was developed by Dentotal Group, which already has three operational hotels and one under development in partnership with Accor.

Alexandra Cehan, Cluster General Manager, Mercure Alba Iulia and ibis Styles Bucharest City Center, said: "We want this hotel to become a cultural landmark and, at the same time, the ideal starting point for exploring Alba Iulia's rich history and vibrant life. It is also designed to be the perfect host for business events, private celebrations, and memorable meetings."

Bogdan Dogariu, a representative of Dentotal Group, said: "Our ongoing partnership with Accor reflects our shared desire to deliver exceptional hospitality experiences rooted in local heritage”

Accor currently operates 24 hotels in Romania, with over 2,600 rooms in major cities and tourist destinations. The group plans to open 18 new hotels by 2027.

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Business Forum  |  26 May, 2026 at 6:00 PM