# Meliá lands in Corfu: 86 rooms this summer, doubling by 2028

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Published: 2026-06-29T13:38:03.568Z
Modified: 2026-07-01T22:34:58.559Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Hoteles
Summary: The Balearic hotelier opens its first property on the Ionian island under the ‘Affiliated by Meliá’ label, with plans to upgrade to The Meliá Collection after a renovation.

## Article

Meliá Hotels International is stepping on the gas in the Eastern Mediterranean. This summer it opens its **first hotel in Corfu**, its seventh property in Greece, under the **Affiliated by Meliá** brand with **86 rooms**. Located in the north of the island in an exclusive beach area, the hotel aims to attract travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences, as the company confirmed in a [note reported by Hosteltur](https://www.hosteltur.com/177213_melia-suma-corfu-a-su-expansion-premium-en-el-mediterraneo.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melia-suma-corfu-a-su-expansion-premium-en-el-mediterraneo).

The owner is Greek group **Concord Group**, which has already shown confidence in the Mallorcan brand to manage the asset. But the interesting part comes later: in **2027** the hotel will join **The Meliá Collection**, the chain's premium sub-brand, after a renovation that will leave it with **140 rooms** ready for **2028**. It is a smart move for Meliá: start light, test the market, then scale when the product is polished.

- Hotels already operated by Meliá in Greece: **7** (including Corfu).
- Growth plan: from **86** to **140** keys in five years.
- Target: luxury traveler looking for authenticity, not just sun and sand.

While other chains go on a land-buying spree, Meliá shows it also knows how to grow with local partners and a gradual repositioning strategy. And Corfu, with its mix of Venetian history, nature and high-spending holiday demand, is the perfect setting for this premium bet.

## Sources

- Hosteltur: https://www.hosteltur.com/177213_melia-suma-corfu-a-su-expansion-premium-en-el-mediterraneo.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melia-suma-corfu-a-su-expansion-premium-en-el-mediterraneo

## Citation

Meliá lands in Corfu: 86 rooms this summer, doubling by 2028. Notitur. 2026-06-29. https://notitur.com/en/digest/melia-lands-in-corfu-86-rooms-this-summer-doubling-by-2028