Wyndham and Soliteight announce plans for 40 Super 8 hotels in Spain and Portugal
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed an exclusive development agreement with Soliteight Hotel Projects SA to introduce the Super 8® by Wyndham brand to Spain and Portugal. The agreement outlines plans to open 40 hotels across the Iberian Peninsula over the next ten years. Soliteight, a leading hotel development and investment firm and existing Wyndham franchisee, will oversee the project.
The expansion aims to meet the rising demand for affordable, reliable accommodations, as both Spain and Portugal experience record tourism growth. Super 8, an established economy brand under Wyndham’s global portfolio of 25 brands and approximately 9,300 hotels, currently operates 14 properties across the EMEA region, including in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia.
The first Super 8 in the Iberian market is scheduled to open in Leiria, Portugal, in the fourth quarter of 2027. Additional hotels will be developed in primary and secondary cities, near major transport hubs, retail centers, and along key travel routes. Many of the hotels will feature smart modular construction, focusing on efficiency and sustainability, aligned with Super 8’s brand standards.
Dimitris Manikis, President EMEA at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, noted that the move supports the region’s growing need for accessible, budget-friendly lodging. “Our collaboration with Soliteight allows us to bring Super 8’s blend of affordability, modern comfort, and sustainability to key destinations across Spain and Portugal,” he said.
Tourism trends have shown strong growth, with Spain welcoming a record 94 million international visitors in 2024 and Portugal also reporting substantial increases. Despite this, the Iberian market lags behind other European countries in branded economy hotel offerings, presenting an opportunity for new developments.
Rui Alpalhão, Chief Executive of Soliteight, emphasized that the partnership will help address the gap for consistent, branded budget accommodations across the region.
