The Lakes by YOO, the exclusive 850-acre Cotswolds estate and luxury hotel, announces the appointment of Marwan Hemchauoui as Managing Director from October 2025. This follows the transition of Phoebe Vela-Hitchcox to Group Executive Director, marking a significant milestone in the property's evolution as one of the UK's leading luxury hotels and lifestyle brands.
Cambridge's historic Hobson House on St Andrew's Street begins a new chapter on 10 November 2025 with the official opening of The Hobson Cambridge by Adina. Marking the UK debut of TFE, the Australian-born brand introduces its distinctive apartment-style concept to the city with 56 keys set within the Grade II listed building. Blending centuries of heritage architecture and storied history with contemporary comfort, the launch offers guests an exciting new way to experience Cambridge.
Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch has appointed Carly Gill as HR Director, joining the pre-opening leadership team for the landmark hotel's 2026 debut.
Marie-Charlotte Gauter has been appointed Director of Operations at Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch, marking the third time she joins General Manager Guillaume Marly's leadership team.
Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch has announced the appointment of Kane Savage as Director of Sales, further strengthening its commercial team ahead of the hotel's highly anticipated 2026 debut.
Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch has appointed Mathilde Brallet as Commercial Director, joining the leadership team ahead of the hotel's 2026 opening. Mathilde brings more than 17 years of experience in luxury hospitality and a track record of driving commercial success across major properties.
Travellers in the UK are rapidly turning to new sources of information, including Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) and travel influencers, when it comes to planning their next trip, according to a major new global study from transformative travel provider, Amadeus.
Highgate, an industry-leading hotel management, investment and development company, today announced the appointment of Nikos Konstantinidis as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions for Europe. Based in London, Konstantinidis will focus on hospitality investment opportunities and drive strategic growth across the region.
Andrea Coro to Executive Chef, effective 29th September 2025. In his role, Chef Andrea will be responsible for providing strategic direction to Rosewood London's dynamic culinary team and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the culinary division.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues to grow Garner hotels in its UK&I market. IHG’s newest midscale conversion brand has seen rapid growth since its global launch in 2023, particularly in the company’s largest market in Europe – where appetite for hotels in the essentials segment continues to gain traction.
a&o Hostels, Europe's largest privately-owned provider of budget accommodation, announces the acquisition of the former DoubleTree by Hilton Docklands Riverside. With this step, the group is opening its first location in London and its third property in the United Kingdom. The new a&o London Docklands Riverside will operate as a hotel and illustrates the group's continued growth in the hospitality sector. The opening is scheduled for November, but reservations are already available through official a&o channels.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced plans to open Motto by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly, marking the debut of Hilton's lifestyle brand in the city. The new hotel will be delivered in partnership with Dean Street Developments Limited.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) will expand its Manchester portfolio with the opening of Hampton by Hilton Manchester City Centre, following the signing of an agreement with Dean Street Developments Limited.
The UK hotel investment market witnessed a marked decline in transaction volumes during H1 2025, largely attributable to a subdued level of portfolio transactions compared to 2024. Although most UK markets saw a contraction in transaction activity, standouts such as Edinburgh and Glasgow demonstrated resilience, with Edinburgh recording a 136% increase in volume—primarily driven by high-value, single-asset transactions, including the sale of the W Edinburgh to Schroders. London, while representing 64% of the overall transaction volume, experienced a sharper year-on-year decline compared to regional markets. The overall reduction in volumes for H1 may reflect extended deal timelines, with many transactions being deferred to the second half of the year. Looking ahead, transaction activity is expected to recover as pricing expectations between buyers and sellers converge and financing conditions continue to stabilise.
Housed in a former textiles warehouse in east London, Sir Devonshire Square is a bold reimagining of utopian design, defined by geometric forms, mid-century modernism, and an architecture-first approach. A lobby and lounge adorned with artworks by homegrown artists is set to become a hub for local creatives while restful rooms and suites feature bespoke furniture, rich materials, and unexpected touches.
Travelodge, the UK's first budget hotel brand, announces it has started work on a brand new 182-room hotel on the site of the new 16,500 seat national arena in Cardiff that will attract world-class artists and entertainment to the city.
Hilton UK & Ireland (UK&I) has appointed Terii Dunne as its director of development.
Following an impressive and extensive refurbishment, Radisson RED London Twickenham is now open at the home of England Rugby, the first Radisson RED property to open at a sports stadium. The hotel comprises 150 guest rooms, all-day dining, and easy access to the Allianz Stadium.
After nearly 200 years as a cherished coastal landmark, the Grade II listed Dover Marina Hotel & Spa is entering a bold new chapter as part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Following a multi-million-pound restoration, the hotel unveils an inspired blend of Regency-era elegance and contemporary comforts, offering guests a unique experience on the edge of the English Channel.
The Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) has announced further details for HOSPACE 2025, as anticipation builds for what promises to be a landmark 20th edition of the UK’s leading hospitality conference.