{"id":46149,"date":"2026-07-28T06:39:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T04:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?guid=5738d5c30d7a5d13914ef2369258e189"},"modified":"2026-07-28T06:39:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T04:39:00","slug":"hotel-okura-thermal-resort-spa-cappadocia-to-open-in-2028","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/?p=46149","title":{"rendered":"Hotel Okura Thermal Resort &amp; Spa Cappadocia to Open in 2028"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/hotelokura?src=hash\" >#hotelokura<\/a>--Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., the leading global Japanese hotel operator, is pleased to announce that the Hotel Okura Thermal Resort &amp; Spa Cappadocia is scheduled to open in 2028 in the historic village of Mustafapa\u015fa in the Cappadocia region of T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/2860192\/5\/Hotel_Okura_Thermal_Resort_%26_Spa_Cappadocia.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/2860192\/22\/Hotel_Okura_Thermal_Resort_%26_Spa_Cappadocia.jpg\" \/><\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/2860192\/5\/Hotel_Okura_Thermal_Resort_%26_Spa_Cappadocia.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/2860192\/21\/Hotel_Okura_Thermal_Resort_%26_Spa_Cappadocia.jpg\" \/><\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/676098\/5\/HOC.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/676098\/22\/HOC.jpg\" \/><\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/676098\/5\/HOC.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mms.businesswire.com\/media\/20260727662982\/en\/676098\/21\/HOC.jpg\" \/><\/a><p>\nBuilding upon the initial Okura Spa &amp; Resort Cappadocia project announced in June 2015, this development is moving forward in collaboration with Hotel Okura\u2019s new partner KK Universal, a real estate and hospitality investment group headquartered in T\u00fcrkiye. To meet evolving global market needs, the site has been expanded to create a highly desirable luxury resort. The new plans feature premier thermal and wellness facilities that blend Okura\u2019s signature <i>omotenashi<\/i> (Japanese-style hospitality) with the unique cultural heritage of the Cappadocia region.<\/p><p>\nOn May 22, 2026, Hotel Okura signed a hotel management contract with Olu\u015fum Grubu Gayrimenkul Yat\u0131r\u0131mlar\u0131 ve \u0130n\u015faat Ticaret A.\u015e., a hotel operating company backed by KK Universal. The property will be operated by Okura Sarayl\u0131 Hotel Management A.\u015e., a joint venture established in February 2015 between Hotel Okura Co., Ltd. and local partners Sarayl\u0131 Turizm A.\u015e. and MSIC Gayrimenkul Yat\u0131r\u0131m ve Dan\u0131\u015fmanl\u0131k Ticaret Ltd. \u015eti. The signing ceremony was held in Tokyo on May 22, 2026, attended by following executives:<\/p><ul class=\"bwlistdisc\">\n<li>\nKaan Naml\u0131c\u0131, Chairman of the Board, KK Universal<\/li>\n<li>\nK\u00fcbra Akbal\u0131k Naml\u0131c\u0131, Board Member, KK Universal<\/li>\n<li>\nToshihiro Ogita, President, Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nItaru Ashida, Representative Director, Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nMasao Taguchi, Executive Advisor, Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nMarcel P. van Aelst, Vice Chairman, Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nHidechika Takasaka, President and CEO, Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nYoshinori Yamamoto, Director of the Board, Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd.<\/li>\n<li>\nSaruhan Sarayl\u0131, Chairman of the Board, Sarayl\u0131 Group and Okura Sarayl\u0131 Hotel Management A.\u015e.<\/li>\n<li>\nMieko Wanibuchi, Chairperson, Ginza Tailor Group Co., Ltd. and shareholder of Okura Sarayl\u0131 Hotel Management A.\u015e., who plays an active role in the DEIK T\u00fcrkiye-Japan Business Council.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>\nHotel Okura and KK Universal will continue discussions on future projects in T\u00fcrkiye, deepening their partnership and expanding their collaborative presence in the region. Hotel Okura will pursue its growth journey in T\u00fcrkiye exclusively through this partnership.<\/p><p>\n<b>About the Resort<\/b><\/p><p>\nHotel Okura Thermal Resort &amp; Spa Cappadocia will be located in Mustafapa\u015fa, a historic village in the UNESCO World Heritage Cappadocia region of T\u00fcrkiye. Once known as Sinasos, Mustafapa\u015fa resembles a living open-air museum, featuring centuries-old churches, mosques, and intricately carved stone buildings. In 2021, the village was recognized by the United Nations World Tourism Organization as a \u201cBest Tourism Village\u201d for its commitment to preserving and enhancing local heritage, culture, and biodiversity through sustainable tourism practices.*<\/p><p>\nThe resort will comprise four buildings\u2014including preserved historic stone structures and newly constructed facilities\u2014 three of which connected by underground passages. A recently acquired historic mansion, recognized as a symbolic representation of the region's cultural heritage, will undergo restoration by KK Universal and be integrated into the hotel. The design of the property will harmonize with Mustafapa\u015fa's distinctive charm and architectural character, offering guests an authentic experience infused with Okura's refined aesthetic and <i>omotenashi<\/i> hospitality.<\/p><p>\nThe resort will showcase T\u00fcrkiye's renowned thermal culture through comprehensive wellness experiences. One of the world's premier thermal destinations, T\u00fcrkiye has abundant mineral-rich waters. The new resort will boast an expansive 3,500-square-meter spa and wellness center \u2013 the biggest in the region. Guests will enjoy thermal baths with mineral-rich, licensed spring waters, traditional Turkish <i>hammam<\/i> steam baths, and both indoor and outdoor pools, creating a sanctuary providing physical and mental rejuvenation throughout their stay.<\/p><p>\nAdditionally, the dining experience will feature three venues, including the internationally acclaimed teppanyaki restaurant \u201cSazanka,\u201d pioneering the integration of teppanyaki into hotel fine dining, alongside an all-day dining establishment.<\/p><p>\nToshihiro Ogita, President, Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., commented, \u201cWe are honored to embark on this project together with KK Universal and are delighted to bring the Okura brand to T\u00fcrkiye. This project represents an important opportunity to introduce the Okura philosophy to guests in one of T\u00fcrkiye's most remarkable destinations. Our commitment to offering world-class hospitality, blending the elegance of Japanese culture with local charm, is unwavering. Through Okura's signature hospitality, rooted in the spirit of Japanese <i>omotenashi<\/i>, we aspire to serve as a bridge between T\u00fcrkiye and Japan.\u201d<\/p><p>\n* \u201cBest Tourism Village\u201d is a UN Tourism initiative recognizing destinations that align with its Sustainable Development Goals and demonstrate excellence in cultural heritage preservation and sustainable development through tourism.<\/p><p>\n<b>Property Overview:<\/b><\/p><ul class=\"bwlistsquare\">\n<li>\nLocation: \u00dcrg\u00fcp Caddesi, Yeni Mahalle, Mustafapa\u015fa \u00dcrg\u00fcp \/ Nev\u015fehir, T\u00fcrkiye<\/li>\n<li>\nSite Area: 9,177.25 square meters<\/li>\n<li>\nTotal floor space: 23,500.00 square meters<\/li>\n<li>\nGuest rooms: 102 rooms<\/li>\n<li>\nRestaurants: Three, including teppanyaki restaurant \u201cSazanka\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\nAmenities: Spa (thermal baths, <i>hammam<\/i> steam baths), indoor and outdoor pools, and more<\/li>\n<li>\nAccess: Approximately 55 km from Nev\u015fehir Cappadocia Airport<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>\n<b>About KK Universal\n<br\/><\/b>KK Universal is an Istanbul-based international investment group creating end-to-end value across real estate, tourism, and hospitality sectors by consolidating development, brand positioning, asset management, and operational processes under a single corporate structure. Focused on building long-term value in distinguished locations, KK Universal has led pioneering projects including T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s first fashion-brand hotel, Vakko Hotel &amp; Residences, and the country\u2019s first Moxy Hotel project developed in collaboration with Marriott, Moxy Istanbul Beyo\u011flu. Backed by a strong financial structure and global partnerships, KK Universal continues its growth across T\u00fcrkiye and Europe by creating lasting value in premium destinations.\n<br\/>Please visit <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kkuniversalinc.com%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.kkuniversalinc.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=d44d933b1db170febd2b89d37a8d503e\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">www.kkuniversalinc.com<\/a><\/p><p>\n<b>About Hotel Okura\n<br\/><\/b><a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2Fcorporate%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Hotel+Okura+Co.%2C+Ltd.&amp;index=2&amp;md5=6cb496ef08a1418db8e3217f590f64cc\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.<\/a>, founded in 1958, opened its flagship Hotel Okura Tokyo in 1962 as a first-class hotel that quickly became renowned worldwide for its blending of traditional Japanese beauty with the very best in accommodation, cuisine and service. It closed its doors in August 2015, and after four years of rebuilding work reopened as <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheokuratokyo.jp%2Fen%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=The+Okura+Tokyo&amp;index=3&amp;md5=81eed2e35d221d58572bb94b8be69fb9\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">The Okura Tokyo<\/a> in September 2019. Hotel Okura has extensive expertise in the hospitality world, including asset ownership and hotel development, as well as hotel management, the restaurant business and chain operations through its subsidiaries and other group companies. The brand unites member hotels under its \u201cBest Accommodation, Cuisine and Service\u201d philosophy to ensure that all guests enjoy Okura\u2019s signature hospitality, which combines Japanese attention to detail and Western functionality.\n<br\/>Please visit <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2Fcorporate%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=okura.com%2Fcorporate%2F&amp;index=4&amp;md5=2ad02f1e5dd7efa428b9b11764e07137\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">okura.com\/corporate\/<\/a>.\n<br\/>Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Hotel Okura, operates 80 properties (53 in Japan and 27 overseas) encompassing some 24,036 guest rooms (as of July 1, 2026) under three hotel groups: <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2Fokura%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Okura+Hotels+%26amp%3B+Resorts&amp;index=5&amp;md5=bdeec19790046e6ce3b63e9ae1e51768\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">Okura Hotels &amp; Resorts<\/a>, <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2Fnikko%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Nikko+Hotels+International&amp;index=6&amp;md5=59275046fd89b3b413617477bb6b555b\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">Nikko Hotels International<\/a> and <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2Fjal-city%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Hotel+JAL+City&amp;index=7&amp;md5=9535c820d5f7c7c4f5149221670b80ce\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">Hotel JAL City<\/a>.\n<br\/>Please visit <a  href=\"https:\/\/cts.businesswire.com\/ct\/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fokura.com%2F&amp;esheet=54577203&amp;newsitemid=20260727662982&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=okura.com%2F&amp;index=8&amp;md5=21bbb7480e827ef8d0e5d995301a49c7\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">okura.com\/<\/a>.<\/p><p>\n<b>About Okura Sarayl\u0131 Hotel Management A.\u015e.\n<br\/><\/b>Established on February 13, 2015, Okura Sarayl\u0131 Hotel Management A.\u015e. is a joint venture providing hotel operations management and development support for Okura Nikko Hotels in T\u00fcrkiye. The company is jointly capitalized by Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.; Sarayl\u0131 Turizm A.\u015e., an established real estate and hotel development firm, and MSIC Gayrimenkul Yat\u0131r\u0131m ve Dan\u0131\u015fmanl\u0131k Ticaret Ltd. \u015eti., a real estate development advisory firm.<\/p><br\/> <b>Contacts<\/b> <br\/><p>\n<b>Media Contacts<\/b><br\/>Ms. Ikuko Arai, Ms. Ayumi Takayama, Mr. Ryutaro Suzuki\n<br\/>Public Relations, Hotel Okura Co., Ltd.\n<br\/>Phone: +81 (0)3 4400 0631\n<br\/>E-mail: <a  href=\"mailto:pr@hotelokura.co.jp\" rel=\"nofollow\" shape=\"rect\">pr@hotelokura.co.jp<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TOKYO&#8211;(BUSINESS WIRE)&#8211;#hotelokura&#8211;Hotel Okura Co., Ltd., the leading global Japanese hotel operator, is pleased to announce that the Hotel Okura Thermal Resort &amp; Spa Cappadocia is scheduled to open in 2028 in the historic village of Mustafapa\u015fa &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-46149","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-infos-businesswire"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46149","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=46149"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46149\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":46150,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46149\/revisions\/46150"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=46149"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=46149"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stocks-future.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=46149"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}