£2million Makeover Transforms Holiday Inn Northampton West

Holiday Inn Northampton West, part of the Splendid Hospitality Group, has been transformed and revitalised thanks to a £2million makeover. The hotel, located just a 2-minute drive from the M1, now boasts 66 newly decorated rooms and a stunning Open Lobby design in the hotel's reception area.

The hotel's location between London and Birmingham makes it a convenient spot for a meeting or event. There are three naturally lit meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 50 delegates theatre style with a dedicated meetings host on hand to assist and unlimited servings of tea and healthy snacks. There is ample parking and complimentary Wi-Fi for delegates.

Mike Greenup, Vice President Brand Management, for Holiday Inn®, said: "The Open Lobby was created following research that revealed business travellers prefer one cohesive space where they can do everything. The area is designed to be a flexible environment where guests can eat, drink, work, relax, socialise and have fun. We're really looking forward to seeing the Open Lobby at Holiday Inn Northampton West become a popular hub for guests whether they're on the trip of a lifetime, a family vacation or visiting Northampton for business."

Seb Waring, General Manager at Holiday Inn Northampton West, said: "We are thrilled with the makeover and so excited for guests to see what we've done. Our aim was to create a home from home for all our guests. The new open lobby is an incredible space, it's no longer just somewhere for arrivals and departures but is a comfortable, colourful and vibrant place for guests to spend their time."

All bedrooms, including the 13 additional rooms, have been upgraded to the highest standards. A new colour scheme and feature wall has been introduced to give rooms a brighter and fresher look and all rooms now feature updated en-suite bathrooms with power showers.

Guests can enjoy home comforts like high speed internet, a selection of Freeview TV channels and a choice of firm or soft pillows in the spacious rooms.

The new lobby also features a Starbucks To Go Café serving guests their favourite fair-trade coffee, teas, hot chocolate and iced drinks. The lobby offers Wi-Fi access, air conditioning, table football and a selection of board games for playtime. Guests can catch up with all the sports action live on Sky Sports via 5 HD TVs.

The hotel is ideally situated for business and corporate travellers being just a 40-minute drive to London Luton Airport (LTN) and 45-minutes to Birmingham Airport (BHX). The hotel is less than 30 minutes by car from the business district of Milton Keynes and just over five miles from Swan Valley Business Park.

The hotel's location between London and Birmingham makes it a convenient spot for a meeting or event. There are three naturally lit meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 50 delegates theatre style with a dedicated meetings host on hand to assist and unlimited servings of tea and healthy snacks. There is ample parking and complimentary Wi-Fi for delegates. Day delegate rates start from just £22.50 per person.

Guests can earn points towards IHG* Business Rewards, a loyalty offering from IHG, when they book a room, meeting or event at Holiday Inn Northampton West.

Rooms start from just £62 a night and kids aged 17 and under stay free when sharing a family room.

About Splendid Hospitality Group

Splendid Hospitality Group is the operator and developer of a portfolio of 20 hotels with over 2000 bedrooms. It is one of the UK's fastest growing privately-owned hotel groups which has made a name for itself through the design, construction and operation of a full range of hotel styles and locations across the UK, ranging from limited service to luxury. The group enjoys the support of major brands such as IHG, Choice, Accor and Hilton.

The portfolio includes the 5 Star Conrad London St James as well as Yorkshire"s only 5-star hotel the Grand Hotel and Spa in York.

Recent additions include the Ibis York Centre, Mercure Bristol Brigstow Hotel, The New Ellington in Leeds and the 292 guest room Hilton London Bankside situated in the heart of London's vibrant Bankside.

Future developments include London Hounslow, London Park Royal and London Worcester Park. www.splendidhospitality.co.uk