Visitors to Liverpool can now enjoy a great value stay thanks to Travelodge's new, 101-room hotel, overlooking Queens Dock on the iconic waterfront, after Liverpool Central Queens Dock and Arena opened its doors on Monday.
Tracy Wilkins, operations director at BWH Hotels, Great Britain’s largest group of independent hotels, on how UK Sustainability Reporting Standards will impact hoteliers
Your Apartment, the fast-growing serviced apartment brand known for bold interiors and flexible living, has officially opened the doors to its latest London location: Your Apartment - Camden. This brand-new collection of six boutique serviced apartments is now welcoming guests in one of London's most iconic neighbourhoods.
Today, Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch proudly completes its phased transformation, and Richard Branson is in town to celebrate the grand reveal. Located at 45 Curtain Road, the 120-bedroom hotel boasts a rooftop pool and unveils 14 stunning new suites. The opening celebrations will provide a first-look at Hidden Grooves, a brand-new hi-fi listening bar that pays homage to Virgin's roots in music, featuring a studio-album-themed cocktail menu, light bites and an extensive vinyl collection.
The QHotels Collection continues to put people at the heart of its success, announcing the stand-out individuals and teams who have helped shape the business over the past year.
Today Travelodge, which operates over 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, announces that it has opened a new 130-room hotel in Bradford.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned that the UK lost more than £2.2BN worth of exports as international visitors’ spending nosedived last year, compared to 2019, as the UK government continues to pile on taxes, red tape and slashes the budget of VisitBritain, the UK’s marketing arm.
Visitors to Birmingham can now enjoy a great value stay in Aston thanks to Travelodge's new 111-room hotel in Aston, Birmingham which opened its doors on Monday.
Travelodge, the UK’s first budget hotel brand which operates over 600 hotels across the UK, Ireland and Spain, has agreed to acquire 11 hotels across the UK, adding to its existing portfolio of 588 UK-based hotels. This forms part of the Company’s focus on targeting rebrand opportunities as part of its UK and Spanish growth plans.
Despite continued increases in the cost of living, the UK population is not willing to sacrifice their holidays. 84% of Brits take a holiday each year, with the number of annual breaks reaching a record high of 3.94 per person.
Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the upcoming debut of Portrush Adelphi, a 34-room hotel in the heart of the iconic seaside town of Portrush. Officially opening on 21st April 2025, the property becomes the sixth in the Marine & Lawn portfolio and the brand's second hotel in Northern Ireland. Located just steps from the coast. The opening occurs just ahead of Portush's turn in the global spotlight as host of the 153rd Open Championship. Portrush Adelphi has been thoughtfully restored following its acquisition in 2022, with major renovations to guest rooms, public areas, and dining spaces.
Hilton London Bankside, the award-winning, design-led hotel, owned by Splendid Hospitality Group has announced the addition of 76 thoughtfully designed rooms. Located in the heart of London's vibrant Bankside neighbourhood, the expansion will increase the hotel's total offering to 368 rooms upon completion in Q1 2026.
Ahead of the Easter weekend, YOTEL, the global hospitality group for those on the go, has commissioned independent research to discover more about the UK’s holiday habits this Easter.
Travelodge has opened a new 113-room hotel in Chiswick, West London, designed to serve both business and leisure travelers. The new London Chiswick Travelodge is located near several key local attractions and transport links, offering access to the city's amenities.
Seasoned hotelier Thomas Kochs has been appointed as Managing Director of legendary Claridge's in Mayfair, by Maybourne, operator of London's most prestigious hotels also including The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory. This move marks a welcome return to the Maybourne family for Kochs, who was previously General Manager at Claridge's from 2009 to 2015. He also held positions at The Berkeley and The Connaught earlier in his career.
Joining the train as Executive Head Chef, the Britannic Explorer is delighted to announce the appointment of Sven-Hanson Britt.
Safestay PLC (AIM: SSTY), one of Europe's largest hostel groups, is pleased to announce that it has received planning approval to develop a new 170-bed hostel in the heart of Brighton. The planning approval follows the Group's acquisition in June 2024 of the freehold property on Pavilion Parade for a total consideration of £2.275 million.
Bringing a wealth of industry experience and a dynamic vision for growth, Durham will lead the hotel's renowned dining outlets, including the celebrated Chinese Cricket Club, NYnLON, Leaf & Cane bar and City Lounge, into an exciting new chapter.
The 8th annual Luxury Hospitality Symposium (LHS) successfully concluded on March 19th, 2025, at the Autograph Bankside Hotel, London, leaving a lasting impact on aspiring luxury hospitality professionals.
Global travel technology company OYO’s UK operations reported a 15% increase in revenue in 2024 compared to 2023. The company's Average Daily Rate (ADR) rose by 2%, while the broader market as reported by STR saw a decline of 2.8%. OYO's per room revenue (RevPAR) increased by 4% compared to the market's 4.5% decline.