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Hotel Indigo® Debuts In Manchester’s Vibrant City Centre

Hotel Indigo® Manchester - Victoria Station has opened its doors to guests, marking the brand's debut in one of the UK's largest cities. Famous for its cotton mills and its role in the industrial revolution, Manchester is a vibrant city that is rapidly expanding and regenerating, complementing its historical setting. The boutique hotel is located at the gateway to the Northern Quarter, Manchester's creative heart, and is adjacent to Exchange Square, the city's shopping district. Known for its bohemian bars, the Northern Quarter has a lively music scene, and includes bustling independent studios and shops. Guests can enjoy the laidback atmosphere come day and night, with a wide range of places to eat and drink.

Rebecca Unsworth has been appointed as HR and Training Culture Coach at Crowne Plaza & Staybridge Suites - Manchester Oxford Road

Cycas Hospitality, leaders in the extended stay hotel sector, has welcomed four senior team members to the new 328-room hotel at the Manchester Oxford Road Campus of The University of Manchester and Alliance Manchester Business School. Rebecca Unsworth joins from a Cluster HR Manager Role for Hilton Manchester Deansgate and Manchester Airport. Like her team members, Rebecca brings great local connections to her new role and has a passion for empowering others.

Heather Tsopanou has been appointed as Revenue Manager at Crowne Plaza & Staybridge Suites - Manchester Oxford Road

Cycas Hospitality, leaders in the extended stay hotel sector, has welcomed four senior team members to the new 328-room hotel at the Manchester Oxford Road Campus of The University of Manchester and Alliance Manchester Business School. Joining from The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, Melanie Thompson has extensive experience in the local market and a proven track record of successfully driving sales, having spent 10 years in various IHG properties.

Andrew Fletcher has been appointed as General Manager at Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites Manchester Oxford Road

Cycas Hospitality, leaders in the extended stay hotel sector, has welcomed four senior team members to the new 328-room hotel at the Manchester Oxford Road Campus of The University of Manchester and Alliance Manchester Business School. Andrew Fletcher joins as General Manager from Marriott Gosforth Park in Newcastle. With 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he drives business through commitment to his teams and his enthusiastic, can-do personality.

Michael Hewson has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford

Emirates Old Trafford is to welcome Michael Hewson as General Manager of the new Hilton Garden Inn which opens in 2017. Hewson brings over 17 years’ experience and arrives from The Academy Hotel in Bloomsbury, London where he held the position of General Manager. Previously to that, Michael worked at the 5 star Marriott, Threadneedles Hotel and the County Hall Hotel in London.

Peter Hill has been appointed as General Manager at Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel is welcoming a new General Manager and Deputy General Manager to oversee another productive era for the landmark property. Peter Hill, who joins the historic, 148-bedroom former warehouse from Holiday Inn, will be overseeing operations as General Manager while his deputy, Fabio Leoni, will be using his decade of experience to support the running of the property, with a focus on people and product. A highly experienced manager, Peter has gained hospitality expertise from across the globe while working for renowned destinations and hotel groups including Disney World Florida, Bass Hotels and Holiday Inn.

Mario Ovsenjak has been named General Manager at The Rex

Mario arrives at Hotel Gotham having worked extensively across the Bespoke Hotels portfolio. Since 2012, he has lead teams at a range of fine country house properties, including The Lambert Arms in Oxfordshire, Shaftesbury’s Grosvenor Arms, as well as the Prince Regent Hotel. Prior to this, he held positions at several London establishments, including the Corus Hyde Park Hotel, The Royal Trafalgar and Piccadilly Hotels, as well as the Colonnade and Hotel Xenia.