Ennismore, a prominent hospitality company, has recently announced its acquisition of the management and expansion responsibilities of Our Habitas, a luxurious wellness-focused hotel brand. Founded by entrepreneur Oliver Ripley in 2016, Our Habitas currently oversees 10 resorts located in various destinations across four continents, including Tulum, Mexico; AlUla, Saudi Arabia; Atacama, Chile, and the Kalahari Desert in Namibia. The brand also has several upcoming projects, particularly in Saudi Arabia, as well as plans for further development in Asia.
Recognised with the tagline ‘luxury for the soul’, each property under Our Habitas is built on the foundational pillars of music, wellness, art, adventure, food, learning, and philanthropy. Enabling its unique positioning, Our Habitas has successfully garnered investment from influential global entities such as PIF, Starwood Capital, Barry Sternlicht, Maurice Salem, and Travis Kalanick, who have all lent their support to the brand’s mission to revolutionise the hospitality industry.
Sébastien Bazin, the chairman and CEO of Accor and executive chairman of Ennismore, offered his insight on the partnership by expressing his enthusiasm for the collaboration. He spoke highly of Our Habitas’ ability to curate exceptional destinations that cater to impassioned travellers seeking enriching experiences and spontaneous discoveries. Bazin also mentioned the harmonious fit between Our Habitas and the Ennismore collective’s lifestyle and bespoke approach to hospitality.
As the brand’s founder, Ripley will continue to play a significant role in steering the creative direction of Our Habitas while contributing to its global expansion. Alongside Maurice Salem, chairman of Our Habitas, Ripley conveyed excitement about the prospect of joining forces with Ennismore and leveraging their entrepreneurial approach and global expertise to further disrupt the hospitality industry.
Sharan Pasricha and Gaurav Bhushan, founder and co-CEO and co-CEO of Ennismore respectively, expressed their delight in welcoming Our Habitas as a part of the Ennismore family. They highlighted the shared vision and commitment to creativity and purpose, and affirmed their dedication to supporting Oliver Ripley in taking the brand to new heights and markets through the application of their operational proficiency.
In conclusion, Ennismore’s recent collaboration with Our Habitas signifies a compelling amalgamation of shared values and expertise that is poised to revolutionise the luxury hospitality sector. This strategic partnership is poised to unleash a new wave of artistic and purpose-driven experiences for the discerning global traveller.