Grow your revenue
Keep your identity

Boost the performance of your independent hotel
without changing your name, your story, or your soul.
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Stay true to who you are
INCREASE REVENUE
Optimize operations and costs
Boost distribution and loyalty
Join +80 hotels who ALREADY trust Handwritten Collection

A partnership that lets your hotel stay you and perform better than ever.

Accor brings global scale. Handwritten Collection preserves
your character and identity. Together, they create the ideal model for independent hotels who want to grow their business while staying true to who they are.

+€46

average daily rate premium

Handwritten Collection
vs independent hotels
in the same segment

77%

average room revenue

Via Accor's commercial ecosystem, powered by sales, marketing, loyalty, and 140+ global distribution partners

100+ million

ALL members

The most globally diverse loyalty database

40%

savings achievable

Thanks to Accor’s global procurement and energy efficiencies

360° support

All the benefits of a large group while retaining your identity

Our experts help you design, operate, and grow your hotel efficiently, while reducing costs and improving guest satisfaction. You’ll gain all the benefits of a world-class ecosystem, without losing your individuality.

Your Benefits

Independent Hotel

Member of
Handwritten Collection

Hotel name

Unique Identity & Design

Soul & Character 

Operational Independence

Direct Distribution & digital marketing / CRM

Connection to 140+ distribution partners 

Best in market OTA conditions

Brand marketing campaigns, social media,
operational marketing, communication support

Loyalty

Sales

Revenue management

Procurement

Your next chapter starts now

Connect with our development experts and discover the growth potential hidden in your property.

Get started
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THEY ALREADY JOINED US

Handwritten Collection

Independent hotels outperform their market once they join.
Higher occupancy. Stronger visibility. A surge in direct bookings. Returning guests.

+34% RevPAR

1 year post joining the collection

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France
Resort Destination
75 rooms
Ask FOR YOUR EXPERT ASSESSMENT
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Most diversified global hospitality group with 5,800+ hotels

11%

Middle East & Africa

35%

Asia, Pacific

42%

Europe & North Africa

12%

Americas

Accor’s network, your growth accelerator

Every independent hotel has a story. We make the world hear it, while keeping you in full control.

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Presence in 110 countries

Access to global markets

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100M LOYALTY MEMBERS

With ALL Accor loyalty program

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140+ global & local distribution partners

Local and international connectivity

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Language accessibility

All.com available in 19 languages

Download our guide to increase direct web bookings

Authentic Experiences

Every Handwritten Collection hotel feels like stepping into someone’s home.
Your traditions, your rituals, your passion, elevated through thoughtful design and storytelling.

CHARACTERFUL

AUTHENTIC

HEARTFELT

Faubourg Galant Hotel - Paris, France

olive oil as a thoughtful touch

Giacomo Morra Hotel - Alba, Italy

Celebrating truffles and vintage cinematic art

Dimly lit restaurant interior with marble tables, patterned chairs, wine glasses, and small table lamps.

Morris Hotel - Sydney, Australia

Italian culture and craftsmanship brought to life

Modern bathroom with a glass shower, freestanding bathtub with toiletries, and a view into a bedroom with a bed, chair, and table.

Nusa Dua Beach Hotel - Bali, Indonesia

Sharing secret moments and hidden gems to create unique stories

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Together, let's build experiences that shape
the places travelers and locals visit.
Working in true partnership
to accelerate growth and add value.

Camil Yazbeck
Global Chief Development Officer

Grow your revenue now.

Connect with our development team to unlock your hotel’s full potential.
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Stay independent
REDUCE COSTS
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FAQs

Honest answers for hotel owners
considering the Handwritten Collection journey

How do we differ?

We don’t impose a look or a narrative. You keep your identity, we amplify it through global distribution, loyalty and revenue expertise.

What investment is required?

Minimum standards for quality hotels including a plaque on the door, host personal touch and mention on some in-hotel collateral

Will we keep autonomy?

Absolutely. You remain the storyteller. We provide the global stage.

Need more insights ?

Our development teams bring our global scale and local knowledge
of your market to every conversation we have.

Let’s work together