The Accor hotel group announced on December 16th the signing of a new cooperation agreement with FC Elimai, which includes plans to construct an ibis hotel in Semey. The new hotel, featuring 100 rooms, is set to open in 2027.
The hotel will include a restaurant, bar, as well as spaces for business and social events, and a fitness center. It will be located along the banks of the Irtysh River, close to Semey International Airport.
In response to a clarifying question from Forbes Kazakhstan, Accor stated: "The franchise agreement has been signed with the management of the Elimai football club. The hotel will be part of a larger sports cluster, which will also include a full-sized football field and an indoor arena."
Accor currently operates 13 hotels of various brands in Kazakhstan.