The Beginnings: A Journey from Congo to Rhodes

Giannis Hatzilazarou began his career in 1965, when he immigrated to Congo, at the age of 17 years old. He made his first steps in industry and commerce there, along with his siblings, but promised himself he would go back to his homeland, Rhodes Island, some day. He never stopped visiting Rhodes and in one of his travels on the island he met his future wife. The couple soon got married and returned to Africa.

The Foundation of H Hotels Collection

Aiming to expand to new markets and already feeling nostalgic for life in Greece, Giannis Hatzilazarou founded his first hotel in Kiotari, Rhodes, in 1993. Over the course of 31 years in the hospitality industry, he crafted the H Hotels Collection group, a family business at its core that reinvented the concept of Greek hospitality through high-quality services and focus on travellers’ needs.

Expanding the Vision: A Legacy of Hospitality

With unconditional love for Rhodes and with his wife and children being his fellow-travellers on this journey, Giannis Hatzilazarou established the sixth luxury resort of the Group in 2018, offering visitors the chance to live an unprecedented hospitality experience in Rhodes, unlike any other, with the unique signature of the Hatzilazarou Group.

Strengthening the Presence: New Acquisitions

In 2024, the Hatzilazarou family further strengthened the presence of H Hotels Collection with the acquisition of Rhodes Bay Hotel and Elite Suites by Rhodes Bay in Rhodes, which now operate under the name Amus Hotel & Spa.

Expanding to Athens: A New Chapter

During the same year, the family also expanded the Group’s footprint by welcoming Titania Hotel Athens, located in the heart of the capital, into the Collection.

Today: A Leading Hotel Group

Today, H Hotels Collection comprises eight distinctive hotels in Rhodes and Athens, inviting guests to enjoy unique holiday experiences defined by elegance, comfort, and authentic Greek hospitality.