STR: Preliminary London Hotel Data For April
STR's preliminary April 2021 data for London hotels shows slightly better performance compared with recent months, albeit at overall low levels.
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Caroline King has been appointed as General Manager at Sun Street Hotel
Bespoke Hotels' Sun Street Hotel is delighted to introduce Caroline King as the newly appointed General Manager ahead of the hotel's opening this Autumn. Caroline is a hospitality, hotel, and Private Members Club professional with experience of working in a range of premier organisations in the UK, Australia and Kuala Lumpur. Caroline has worked in a highly successful senior management role at two equally prestigious but culturally diverse members' clubs. She has proven leadership and operational abilities in developing and launching deluxe and contemporary 5-Star hotels from construction. Caroline is driven by a business philosophy built around people, passion, performance, and profitability and brings her strong strategic ability to the launch of Sun Street Hotel with ample passion.
The Londoner announces new launch date, September 2021
Taking centre stage in Leicester Square, the world's first super boutique hotel, The Londoner, has announced that it will officially launch to guests in September 2021. Bringing together a masterclass in hospitality creation, including designers Yabu Pushelberg and leading hotel group Edwardian Hotels London, the property is expected to herald in a new era for Leicester Square, and for London.
SuitePad is providing Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London with digital guest communication solutions
SuitePad, Europe's leading provider of digital guest communication systems for the hotel industry, has installed guestroom tablets at Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London, with tablets having been incorporated into all of the hotel's 202 guestrooms and suites, as well as in the restaurant, lounge and bar.
Tom Dixon has been appointed as Designer at Pan Pacific London
Pan Pacific London is delighted to announce the appointment of Tom Dixon's Design Research Studio for their destination bar in Devonshire House. Set to launch Autumn 2021 this appointment will further cement Pan Pacific London's commitment to combining world-class design with hospitality to encourage a new generation of guests to make the City of London their home away from home.
London hotels team up to encourage bookings
As hotels gear up to reopen on May 17, a collection of properties in London has teamed up to offer discounted stays and "value-added packages" to encourage bookings in the capital.
Rediscovering London
Visiting London ranks high on the wish-list of many people around the world who want to explore the town, and yet many native Londoners rarely venture beyond the river to see the other side of their city. More than 20 million tourists visited London in 2019 but the figures for 2020 tell a different story. Many businesses in the West End of London rely heavily on the tourist trade so it was not an easy year for them. The official guide, Visit London, launched a campaign last summer called 'Because I'm a Londoner' to promote tourism in the Capital. The song 'Maybe it's because I'm a Londoner' was made popular by the music hall duo, Flanagan & Allen, before I was born. However, the line 'I think of her wherever I go' still strikes a chord with me. There is a new hotel due to open in Central London called The Londoner.
By Iqbal Ahmed, Head Curator, Coldstream Publishers
Revisiting St. Pancras
It has been over a year since I boarded a Eurostar train from St. Pancras in London to Paris. The journey was ominous as Covid-19 loomed large. What the pandemic would entail was anybody's guess. The estimated number of 20,000 deaths due to Covid-19 in the UK seemed preposterous.
By Iqbal Ahmed, Head Curator, Coldstream Publishers
Forward for Arne
A large number of Marriott employees around the world have answered the call and come forward to run, walk or cycle by way of honouring the memory of Arne Sorenson. Although I am now a former employee of Marriott International, I decided to cycle for 17 miles in memory of my late friend. I chose to ride to his favourite haunt in London - Hyde Park.
By Iqbal Ahmed, Head Curator, Coldstream Publishers
STR: Preliminary London Hotel Data For February
STR's preliminary February 2021 data for London hotels shows slightly better performance compared with the previous month, albeit at low levels influenced by continued restrictions in the U.K.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Debuts New Details and Official Name of Mayfair Property
The Ultra-Luxury Brand Unveils the Design Team and 2024 Opening Date for the Highly Anticipated London Hotel.
London Short-Term Rentals Start Year With Higher Occupancy, Lower Rates
London's short-term rental industry recorded a month-over-month increase in occupancy but declines in average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR), according to January 2021 data from STR.
Karl Bieberach has been named Senior VP of Global Development at Belmond
Belmond today announced the appointment of Karl Bieberach as Senior Vice President of Global Development. Set to begin his new role on March 22, 2021, he will be responsible for the global expansion of Belmond's portfolio which spans hotels, trains, river barges and safaris. Prior to joining Belmond, he served as Chief Development Officer at Rosewood Hotel Group. Mr. Bieberach brings 25 years of experience to Belmond following a successful career in a variety of senior roles at well-renowned hospitality brands including Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Marriott International and HVS International. Having worked extensively in almost all corners of the world, he has evaluated or transacted nearly 500 deals globally. Karl has an excellent track record and proven ability to grow well-respected hospitality brands. With his wealth of industry knowledge and expertise, he will play an instrumental role in strategically growing the company's footprint through property acquisitions and new management agreements." Mr. Bieberach's background includes hotel and residential development, acquisitions, feasibility and investment analysis. He speaks English, Spanish and French fluently and is passionate about food, art and travel.
U.K. Hotel Markets Showing 2021 Events Boost
Glasgow's hotel occupancy on the books is pushing 90% for the UN Climate Change Conference, and London is showing increases around two key sporting events, according to data from Forward STAR, STR's forward-looking benchmarking solution.
Ramsay Ritchie has been appointed as Hospitality Practice Lead at CallisonRTKL at CallisonRTKL (CRTKL)
CallisonRTKL (CRTKL), the global architecture, planning and design practice, has made a strong start to the year by appointing industry veteran Ramsay Ritchie as Associate Principal - Hospitality Practice Lead. The senior hire emphasises CRTKL's unwavering confidence and ambition to grow its London hospitality portfolio following widespread success across Europe and the globe.
London Short-Term Rentals End 2020 On Low Note
London's short-term rental sector reported its lowest levels in occupancy and revenue per available room (RevPAR) since the summer, according to December 2020 data from STR.
A Best Western hotel in London is now taking in Covid-19 patients as hospitals run out of beds
The Best Western Hotel in the London suburb of Croydon would normally be packed with visiting families, out-of-town construction workers, and business travelers.
Ben Evans has been appointed as Director of Fitness and Spa at The Carlton Tower Hotel
With over 10 years' experience in the wellness and hospitality industry, Ben most recently worked as General Manager at the world's first high-end boxing and members club, BXR. Well-established within his sector, Ben boasts a number of esteemed properties attached to his name including The Lanesborough and De Vere Hotels, and now returns to The Carlton Tower after having formerly served at the hotel as Membership Sales and Marketing Manager, from 2013 to 2016.
STR: Preliminary December Data For London Hotels
STR's preliminary December 2020 data for London hotels showed slightly higher performance levels compared with the previous month. Year-over-year declines remained significant.