Dalata Hotel Group Plc ("Dalata" or "the Group"), the largest hotel operator in Ireland, with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, has created 75 new jobs with the opening of a 268-guestroom hotel in the heart of Liverpool city centre.
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield, situated in the heart of the city center. With stunning views overlooking the Town Hall and The Peace Gardens, this hotel features a sympathetically restored Victorian façade and timeless design, making it a stylish addition to the uniquely vibrant Yorkshire city of Sheffield.
RMS Cloud, global provider of property management software, has announced Cameron Gough's appointment as Chief Product Officer. This pivotal role underscores RMS Cloud's commitment to innovation and its strategic vision to lead the industry into a new era of technological advancements and customer-centric solutions.
Blackstone Real Estate (“Blackstone”) announced on June 26th that funds managed by Blackstone have completed the acquisition of Village Hotels, a hotel owner, operator and developer, from affiliates of KSL Capital Partners, a leading investor in travel and leisure businesses.
The return of portfolio transactions has bolstered UK hotel investment during the first six months of 2024 with investment totalling £3 billion, up from £990 million over the same period in 2023 and far beyond last year’s full year total (£2 billion), according to Knight Frank.
The UK’s largest independent hotel group has announced its transformative rebranding – reflecting its dedication to exceeding guest expectations and delivering exceptional experiences across its growing portfolio of hotels.
London's most spectacular, new luxury hotel The Peninsula London was the setting for a magical Grand Opening Celebration on Tuesday, 18 June. Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh joined luminaries from the fields of art, film and entertainment including Sophie Turner, Sabrina Elba, Billie Piper, Lady Helen Taylor, Pixie Geldof and many more. Over 2,500 guests from across the globe took over the hotel for an unforgettable night of entertainment and exceptional hospitality, accompanied by energetic Chinese Lion Dancing, music from the London Philharmonic Orchestra, a roster of nine live bands and renowned DJs, and a courtyard filled with gourmet food trucks and priceless vintage cars.
According to an IPSOS report commissioned by Hyatt[1], two thirds (65%) of European and Middle Eastern travellers plan to maintain or increase their travel budgets this year.
Foxhills Club & Resort is proud to announce the installation of Crave Interactive’s state-of-the-art tablets in all guest rooms, further enhancing the luxurious guest experience the resort is known for. These tablets feature one-touch dialling to contact hotel departments and mobile ordering capabilities for outdoor spaces, including the pool area.
Cheval Collection has appointed Tom Gibson as GM to oversee its portfolio of properties in Edinburgh. The group is currently expanding around the world, most recently announcing a second property in Dubai, alongside a growing estate in Scotland. Gibson will be joining the group from Virgin Hotels, where he was GM of the group's Glasgow property. He has extensive experience across the luxury sector, including as GM of The Glasshouse, Edinburgh, part of the Autograph Collection and as director of operations at the Dalmahoy, Marriott Hotel & Country Club.
The QHotels Collection is a long standing customer of Xn Global Systems using xn dotPOS, the predecessor product to xnPOS, for over twenty years before taking the decision to upgrade their point of sale system to xnPOS in 2022.
New Park Manor, part of the Luxury Family Hotels collection, has reopened its doors following a significant renovation. The New Forest property, located just outside Brockenhurst, has undergone a full refurbishment of all 25 rooms and public areas including The Vinery and Stag restaurant spaces, the expansive family-friendly spa and multitude of children's facilities such as the Ofsted-registered Four Bears Den children's club.
Steve Coulam has been with the company since 2014. He served as a Cluster General Manager for IHG branded hotels before returning to Aimbridge in 2022 as Director of Operations & Quality. As Vice President of Operations, Steve will manage 18 properties in locations such as Belfast, Dublin, the Lake District, and Durham.
Douglas Winfield, who joined Aimbridge in 2018 as a general manager, has led teams at Holiday Inn Stevenage and Hotel Indigo Glasgow. He became Director of Operations & Quality in 2021. In his new role as Vice President of Operations, Douglas will oversee more than 20 hotels across the UK, including locations in Leeds, Edinburgh, London Heathrow, and Aberdeen.
The Caledonian Edinburgh has today announced the appointment of Ross Clark as Director of Operations to lead on hotel operations and projects. He comes to the role with a wealth of hospitality knowledge and over 20 years of industry experience.
Inspired by Art Nouveau and the rich history of the city, Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton marks the brand's second hotel in the UK
Virgin Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hospitality brand by Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group, has announced its first London hotel to open on 1st August 2024 in the heart of Shoreditch.
Barnaby Kean has been appointed as general manager overseeing the opening of the voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.
Barnaby Kean has been appointed as general manager overseeing the opening of the voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.
Planning permission has been granted by the City of London to Mactaggart Family & Partners for The Resident Farringdon.