Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch, London’s most highly anticipated luxury opening, today announces Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud as its official chef partners. The two renowned chefs, who together hold seven Michelin stars, will each oversee one of the hotel’s signature restaurants when it opens its doors in 2026.
The iconic Glasgow Marriott Hotel, a leading destination in the city, has completed the extensive multi-million-pound refurbishment with the reopening of its Leisure Club, Fitness Centre, and luxurious spa facilities. Marking the final phase of the hotel's comprehensive transformation, which was announced last year, the upgraded leisure amenities are now open to guests and members, further reinforcing the hotel's position as a premier leisure destination in the heart of Glasgow. Located in the city's bustling financial district, just steps from the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) and the vibrant West End, the Glasgow Marriott - renowned for Delivering Wonderful Hospitality. Always - now offers newly revamped leisure spaces that provide a serene escape within the city. These facilities complement the hotel's upgraded accommodation, dining, and event spaces, creating a holistic experience for both leisure and business travellers. Guests and visitors can now enjoy the state-of-the-art Fitness Centre, featuring top-of-the-range cardio and strength-training machines, free weights, and a dedicated studio space for personalised workouts and mat routines as well as personal training. Whether maintaining a fitness routine or exploring new ways to exercise, the modern equipment and spacious design caters to every fitness level. For those seeking relaxation, there's a suite of sauna and steam rooms, and the Spa in the City, which offers a range of luxurious treatments from advanced facials to stress busting massage therapies, all designed to rejuvenate both mind and body. The 12-metre indoor heated swimming pool is surrounded by comfortable loungers providing the perfect space to unwind after a busy day exploring the city. Memberships to Glasgow Marriott's leisure facilities start from £15 for a junior membership (5-12 years up to £55 pm for a full membership. Benefits include four hours parking as well as access to Starbucks and casual dining options in the Brew Bar, which is open from 7am. This refurbishment is part of a broader transformation of the 303-room Glasgow Marriott Hotel, which included upgrades to guest rooms, the creation of six new Junior Suites, and the introduction of 75 Executive Rooms with exclusive access to the hotel's Executive Lounge. The hotel's interiors now reflect the vibrant spirit of Glasgow, with design elements inspired by the city's iconic bridges, street murals, and artisan heritage.
The Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood is delighted to announce the strategic appointment of Ronald Little as General Manager, coinciding with the first anniversary of the hotel's relaunch following a £10 million refurbishment.
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London is delighted to announce the appointment of Alexander Henskens as Hotel Manager for the 496-room and first hotel on Park Lane, renowned for its Great Room.
BWH Hotels is enabling its 230 independent UK hotels to take control of their carbon footprint with the launch of a new carbon calculator.
Treehouse Hotel Manchester is set to welcome guests to its 224 guest rooms for fun and free-spirited stays - a one-of-a-kind addition to the city's hospitality scene The ground-floor destination restaurant Pip by Mary-Ellen McTague is also set to welcome guests alongside the hotel's opening Newly announced: the 14th-floor is set to welcome a further destination restaurant Sister Moon by Sam Grainger, sharing the top floor with Treehouse Hotel's signature bar The Nest in Treehouse - both offering unparalleled views of Manchester Booking for Treehouse Hotel Manchester is now open: www.treehousehotels.com/manchester The much-anticipated Treehouse Hotel Manchester, part of SH Hotels & Resorts (soon to be Starwood Hotels), has confirmed its opening date, Wednesday 19th March 2025. This marks Treehouse Hotels' second UK property following the successful launch of Treehouse Hotel London in 2019. Offering a playful and free-spirited experience, the hotel features 224 guest rooms, including nine suites and three accessible rooms. Treehouse Hotel Manchester provides a unique retreat for visitors seeking both comfort and an element of adventure. Guests can expect whimsical interiors, evoking the enchanting charm of a forest, blended with Treehouse's signature 'perfectly imperfect' design ethos. Alongside its cosy accommodations, Treehouse Hotel Manchester will offer an array of destination dining and drinking options celebrating some of the North West's most celebrated culinary talents.
Real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield has added to its growing Hospitality Capital Markets team in London by hiring Andrew Horder as a Partner and Anastasia Cooper as a Consultant.Horder has more than 25 years’ experience in the hospitality investment space across brokerage, investor, and development roles in London, the UK and EMEA. Previously Director of EMEA Development for Frasers Hospitality, the global investor and operator of serviced apartments, hotels and premium rental apartments, Horder has also held positions with AccorHotels, EQ Group and Savills.Cooper is an Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne graduate who joins from a specialist hotel brokerage and consultancy, advising on acquisitions and disposals across the UK. Both she and Horder will work closely with Ed Fitch, Head of Hospitality UK, as well as supporting the wider growth of Cushman & Wakefield’s EMEA Hospitality platform, headed by Jon Hubbard. Ed Fitch, Head of Hospitality UK & Ireland at Cushman & Wakefield, said: “Andrew is a proven deal-doer who brings a rare combination of experience across the spectrum of hospitality investment stakeholders. He has a deep understanding of the perspectives of brands, operators, and investors, and I am delighted to be welcoming him back to brokerage and working with him once again. Anastasia has already gained valuable experience in UK hospitality investment, and we are pleased she has chosen to take the next step in her career with us. We expect the increased liquidity momentum in the market to continue and hiring Andrew and Anastasia reinforces our commitment to supporting our clients in navigating these truly exciting times for the hospitality capital markets.”UK hospitality investment volumes hit a five-year high in 2024 on the back of a surge of private equity-led portfolio transactions. The outlook is also promising, with deal-making momentum expected to carry through into 2025. Contributing factors include an anticipated influx of high-quality assets hitting the market, declining interest rates acting as a catalyst, and enhanced clarity in property pricing — further reinforcing the market’s robust investment trajectory.
Cheval Collection has appointed Ian James as GM at two of its London properties; Cheval Gloucester Park and Lexham Gardens by Cheval Maison.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) is proud to announce that The Lowry Hotel, the iconic five-star luxury hotel in Manchester, has officially joined MHR's portfolio as part of the Leng's Collection. Known for its independence and commitment to providing personalised guest experiences, The Lowry Hotel marks an exciting addition to MHR's growing portfolio of unique properties.
Mikco brings 13 years of experience garnered across the hospitality, travel & tourism, fashion and gaming sectors. He began his marketing career at the F1 Hotel Manilla before joining Hotel Jen Manila by Shangri La, before moving across to Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark & Mimosa Golf Course, as Assistant Director for PR & Marketing Communications. Whilst completing his MBA in the UK, he took on roles at Christian Dior Couture and Giorgio Armani, before joining the Hyatt family as Marketing Manager for the Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford in 2023.
An accomplished director spanning 20 years in the luxury hotel industry, Monika began her career in the Front Office at Swissotel Chicago and over the years, transitioned from Reservations & Revenue to her true passion in Sales & Marketing. Monika's career path was largely shaped within Starwood Hotels & Resorts, where she held key roles at multiple London properties and was part of the pre-opening teams for hotels in Prague and Bratislava. Previously, as Co-Founder and CMO of TIPHospitality, Monika co-launched a hospitality lifestyle mobile platform, building its brand identity and executing a targeted marketing strategy. Her earlier roles as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Westbury Mayfair, Luxury Collection and Sheraton Hotels further honed her ability to deliver revenue growth through bespoke sales and marketing initiatives, high-impact partnerships and creative brand activations. As Commercial Director at The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences in London, Monika was part of the transition to new management, developing a fresh commercial strategy and repositioning the hotel in the luxury leisure market. Her innovative marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships helped drive brand visibility, culminating in the hotel being recognised as Best Urban Hotel in the UK 2023 by CN Johansens.
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) is delighted to announce the 30th annual HMA Hotel Marketing Awards – marking three decades of recognising and celebrating marketing excellence within the UK's hotel industry. This milestone event will take place in June 2025, honouring outstanding marketing campaigns and exceptional talent that have significantly contributed to the sector’s success.
Slated to open in April of 2025, Templeton Garden is located in a rare oasis of the cosmopolitan capital. The 156-room property is situated in leafy, historic Earl's Court. Once a rural idyll, this neighborhood evolved into one of the capital's most well-connected hubs, which Beatrix Potter, Alfred Hitchcock, and Agatha Christie all called home.
mci group, an independent global marketing & communications group with a human-first approach, announces strategic leadership appointments within its Global Sales Organisation, effective January 2025. These changes are part of the company's transformation to meet market opportunities and support clients in achieving growth.
The Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train, U.K. announces the appointment of Hendrik Huebner as General Manager, effective immediately. Hendrik's experience spanning almost two decades, innovative vision, and deep passion for luxury travel make him ideally suited to lead the launch of England and Wales's first luxury sleeper train, set to debut on 5th July 2025.
PPHE Hotel Group, the international hospitality real estate group which develops, owns and operates hotels and resorts, announces a trading update in advance of the Group’s results for the year ended 31 December 2024 (“2024”), which are due to be announced on 27 February 2025.
The quintessentially British hotel introduces new rooms and suites, offering guests an unforgettable stay with bigger and better views of London's most iconic landmarks, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye.
LGH Management have announced the appointment of Joanne White as the new General Manager at the Holiday Inn Milton Keynes Central in line with their wider strategy to reinvigorate the hotel as a central hub of the local community.
Transaction volumes in the UK hotel real estate market reached c. £1.8 billion in the last quarter of 2024, a remarkable 176% increase against the same period in 2023. The rise in Q4 was driven largely by the reported £900 million sale of ADIA’s Marriott hotel portfolio to KKR’s Amante Capital and Baupost, single-asset transactions in London as well as Edinburgh, and smaller sales across the UK regions.