Catinvest opens Aparthotel Craiova following €12 million investment

Business Forum
French property group Catinvest is expanding its presence in Oltenia with the opening of Aparthotel Craiova following an investment of €12 million.

The 60 modern and spacious apartments, ranging from 55 to 85 sqm, will accommodate both leisure and business guests.

Hotel guests will enjoy easy access to over 25 restaurants and 4 cafes just a few minutes' walk away, a VIP multiplex perfect for relaxing or organising conferences, a modern gym, a variety of shopping facilities and a full range of services from massages to pharmacies.

”Aparthotel Craiova brings a new level of hospitality to the region. With modern design, first-class amenities and an intimate atmosphere, we offer a superior alternative to classic hotels. Our guests will discover the comforts of home in a space that combines luxury with functionality,” says Bertrand Catteau, CEO of the Catinvest Group.

With the inauguration of Aparthotel Craiova, the company's ElectroPutere Parc has consolidated its position as a top multifunctional location in Craiova. The project currently comprises 100,000 sqm of retail space and 24,000 sqm of offices.

In Romania, Catinvest also owns other major shopping centres such as the Orhideea and Esplanada Pantelimon galleries in Bucharest and Tom in Constanța.

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