€12 Million Investment Brings Moldova’s First ibis Styles Hotel to Chișinău

Amid a surge in tourism and international travel, Moldova is set to welcome its first ibis Styles hotel, part of the Accor Group, a leader in the hospitality industry. Scheduled to open in fall 2025, the project represents a €12 million investment and marks a new milestone in the development of Moldova’s HORECA and tourism infrastructure.

The hotel is a flagship component of the “German Village” urban concept, developed by Regata Imobiliare SRL, and is strategically located on the main road to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)—one of Europe’s most dynamic airports in its category, with a 48.3 percent increase in passenger traffic in the first half of 2025 alone, totaling over 2.45 million travelers.

“The opening of ibis Styles Chișinău marks a defining moment in the evolution of tourism in the Republic of Moldova. Through this project, we are contributing to the creation of a new hub of economic and tourist appeal, offering guests a hospitality experience that meets international standards in a creative and inclusive space. We are proud to be part of a project with such a broad and forward-looking vision for the urban future of Chișinău,” said Natalia Dubina, General Manager, ibis Styles Chișinău.

“We are encouraged by the growing investment in Moldova’s tourism sector, reflecting the country’s rising profile as an attractive destination for the millions of visitors it welcomes each year,” added Natalia Bejan, Director, Invest Moldova Agency.

This launch also signals Moldova’s increasing attractiveness for global hospitality groups and highlights the country’s potential to emerge as a competitive destination in Central and Eastern Europe, driven by sustainable, functional, and socially impactful development.

Recent sector trends reinforce this outlook:

• A 7.5 percent increase in tourist arrivals in Q1 2025 vs. Q1 2024
• A 23.2 percent rise in overnight stays—reflecting longer visitor stays and deeper engagement with the local tourism offering