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Luca Virgilio has been appointed as General Manager at The Dorchester

The Dorchester announces the appointment of Luca Virgilio as general manager from January 2022. In his new role, Luca will oversee operations and strategies for the iconic 250-bedroom London hotel on Park Lane. He will manage a comprehensive renovation of The Dorchester commencing February 2022.Italian-born Luca joins from Dorchester Collection's Hotel Eden, Rome, where he has held the position of general manager since 2014. During this time Luca oversaw the refurbishment of the Hotel Eden and positioned it as Rome's most luxurious hotel. Luca's career has seen him in leadership roles in Switzerland, Monte-Carlo, Rome and London, amassing numerous accolades for the hotels under his direction. During his tenure, amongst other accolades, Hotel Eden has been awarded The One to Watch at Virtuoso Best of the Best Awards and Best Hotel in Europe at the Prix Villégiature Awards. Luca himself received recognition this year as Best Italian Hotelier 2021 at the DUCO Travel Summit after having repositioned the hotel with his team and for his commitment to guest and employee experience.

Britain’s Old War Office Reborn Raffles London at The OWO

Britain's historic Old War Office, the iconic Whitehall building inhabited by Britain's most famous statesmen and spies, from Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming, will become the landmark Raffles London hotel & new epicentre of the epicurean scene This architectural masterpiece, located at one of the most powerful addresses in the capital, will be reborn as The OWO - a new destination of sophisticated hospitality for Londoners and visitors alike With gracious service synonymous with the Raffles brand, personalised attention and a timeless ambience, Raffles London at The OWO will set a new benchmark in hospitality Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Hinduja Group are delighted to announce 'Raffles London at The OWO' opening from late 2022, a grand new hotel in the landmark Grade II* listed former Old War Office on Whitehall. The building will open to the public for the first time, having undergone a monumental transformation to create 120 rooms and suites, 85 unique branded residences and 11 destination restaurants and bars. Located at one of London's most historically significant addresses, the UK's first Raffles hotel will have an extensive wellness space featuring world leading spa and fitness partners and will be home to a rooftop restaurant and bar with panoramic views across Whitehall, The Mall and on to Buckingham Palace.

Lifestyle Aparthotel Brand Locke Opens Sixth New Location This Year

Pioneering lifestyle aparthotel brand Locke has today opened 'Buckle Street Studios by Locke' in Aldgate - its eleventh property, and fifth location for the brand in London. Located just minutes away from the City, Tower Bridge and Brick Lane, the newly developed Buckle Street Studios sits adjacent to the first ever Locke - Leman Locke, on Leman Street - in the heart of one of London's most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Curio Collection by Hilton Opens Striking Hotel Steps from London’s Olympic Park

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) celebrates the opening of The Gantry London, Curio Collection by Hilton, Hilton's first hotel in Stratford and the latest addition to the growing Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio. The 18-story and 291-room East London hotel boasts an artisan food market, restaurants, bars and events all under one roof.

Torsten van Dullemen has been appointed as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London and Area Vice President, Operations at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Torsten van Dullemen as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing the Group's hotels in Munich and Prague as well as forthcoming projects in Mayfair, London and Luzern.

London’s most exciting new hotel, The Londoner, to debut September 2021

The hottest hotel launch in London this year is confirmed to open its doors to guests in September 2021. The much anticipated debut of The Londoner marks the beginning of a rebirth for Leicester Square and the introduction of the world's first super boutique hotel. From one of the UK's largest family-owned hotel group Edwardian Hotels London, The Londoner is set to amaze both Londoners and the city's international guests with a staggering 350 rooms, 16 storeys, six concept eateries, a unique members club-style private area, a wealth of meeting and event space, cinema and an entire floor dedicated to wellness. Designed in collaboration with world-renowned architectural designers Yabu Pushelberg, the opening of The Londoner marks a pivotal moment in the return and scale of global hospitality.