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Protea Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 brands, today announced the opening of two new hotels in Africa, namely Protea by Marriott Delta in Nigeria and Protea by Marriott Lusaka International Airport in Zambia.

According to the hotel brand, these new additions highlight its ongoing expansion on the continent, offering both business and leisure travellers contemporary comfort coupled with authentic local charm.

Located in the heart of Ekpan Warri’s business district, Protea Hotel by Marriott Delta is a 15-minute drive from Osubi Airport and strategically located near the region’s oil and gas hub. The hotel features 69 guestrooms and three conference rooms.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Lusaka International Airport, a 72-room facility, is located within minutes from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and offers a blend of comfort and convenience for both business and leisure travellers visiting Zambia’s bustling capital, Lusaka.

“We are excited to expand our footprint in Africa with the opening of these two exceptional properties,” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, Vice President of Premium & Select Brands, Europe, Middle East, and Africa, Marriott International. “Both hotels are designed to provide a perfect blend of modern amenities and an enriching connection to local culture. These launches further affirm our commitment to delivering the signature African hospitality and personal service that defines Protea Hotels by Marriott, while benefiting from the reach of Marriott International’s global network.”

With these latest additions, Protea Hotels by Marriott now has more than 60 properties across nine African countries, including Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.