From Monrif Hotels to EGA Hospitality
We are an independent Italian hotel management company specialising in hotels of 4 stars and above in the upper upscale and boutique segment.
Our story
Since 1971 Emiliana Grandi Alberghi has been running hotels in Bologna. For many years our hotels were known as Monrif Hotels: the Royal Hotel Carlton, Hotel Internazionale and Hotel Brun, three addresses in the heart of the city.
EGA Hospitality is the evolution of that story. It stems from the path of evolution and generational change undertaken by Monrif S.p.A., aimed at developing its existing businesses with greater strength and determination, always in Italy.
Today hospitality is at the centre of our plans. We keep running our Bologna hotels with care and we are looking for new partners, owners and investors, to grow across Italy: the first step is Hotel Mercure Reggio Calabria, scheduled to open in 2027.
Our approach
People
Our team is our strength: more than 100 people, talents we help grow through continuous training.
Guests
A unique experience in every hotel and constant attention to guest satisfaction: our Reputation Performance Score is 89%.
Owners
We run each hotel to maximise the value of the property, with the model that fits best: lease, management, white label or branded.
Board of directors
A family company with a long-term vision for Italian hospitality.
Matteo Riffeser Monti
CEO of Monrif S.p.A. Founder of Tate, acquired by Plenitude, and co-founder of Saikoo.
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Bruno Riffeser Monti
Graduated in Business Administration and Management from Bocconi University.
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Sara Riffeser Monti
A Bocconi University graduate, she served as General Manager of Monrif Hotels from 2012. Board member of Monrif S.p.A.
Lavinia Borea
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Management
Nicola Quaglia
COO since 2025, he oversees hotel operations and development. Previously Corporate Director at The Begin Hotels.
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Join our team
People are our greatest asset. If you want to grow with us in hospitality, send us your application.