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The Rebirth of a London Landmark: The OWO and Raffles London to Open on 29th September 2023

On Friday 29th September, The OWO, a spectacular new destination, debuts in the heart of Whitehall with the opening of new restaurants and bars, the first hotel in the UK for Raffles Hotels & Resorts - Raffles London at The OWO, 85 Raffles Residences, The Guerlain Spa and Pillar Wellbeing. It will be a place to drink and dine, celebrate, be entertained, rest and recharge, stay or choose to call 'home'. Raffles London features 120 spacious guest rooms and suites, signature dining experiences by chef Mauro Colagreco, impressive entertainment spaces including a grand ballroom, and an extensive spa in partnership with Guerlain and Pillar. The OWO will also feature 85 Residences by Raffles and is set to be a new culinary district for London, with the debut of nine restaurants and three bars, including a spectacular rooftop with panoramic views across St James's Park, The Mall and onto Buckingham Palace.

Raffles
London, United Kingdom
Development Renovation

De Vere Latimer Estate unveils £1 million refurbishment

De Vere Latimer Estate, located in the Chess Valley in Buckinghamshire, part of De Vere's collection of country estate hotels, has today unveiled the results of a £1 million investment into its standalone event centres; The Waterhouse and The Mews. Both spaces sit in the historic estate and, as well as the estate's grand mansion, Latimer House, are available for exclusive use with their own self-contained event spaces, restaurant and bedrooms.

De Vere
Latimer, United Kingdom
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Development Opening

Virgin Hotels Glasgow Opens on the Banks of the River Clyde

Virgin Hotels, the luxury lifestyle hotel brand by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson, today announced the opening of Virgin Hotels Glasgow, the Group's second European destination. The hotel, set upon the banks of the iconic River Clyde and just a stone's throw away from Central Station, features a prime location ideal for exploring the city. Boasting Virgin Hotels' beloved Chamber design, an array of modern dining and drinking venues and influences from the local culture, the Glasgow hotel combines the brand's celebrated hospitality standards with distinctive experiences that reflect the soul of the city.

Virgin Hotels Collection
Scotland, United Kingdom
Development Opening

Broadwick Soho is Now Open

As seductive and characterful as its historic location, Broadwick Soho is an independent luxury hotel in the heart of London's West End that has opened its doors to guests and travellers alike. Broadwick Soho channels the grit, glamour and wild energy of London's most storied neighbourhood into an opulent contemporary 57 room retreat (including nine Suites and one Penthouse), with an offer of impeccable service and quality, under the watchful eye of General Manager, David Monson. Conceived by a group of friends, this glorious hotel perches on the corner of Broadwick Street and Berwick Street in a truly unbeatable and iconic location.

The Broadwick Soho
London, United Kingdom
Appointment

Konstantin Grimm has been appointed as General Manager at voco St. David's Cardiff

voco St. David's in Cardiff, is thrilled to welcome Konstantin Grimm as its new General Manager. Hailing from Berlin, Grimm boasts an impressive background in hospitality management throughout Europe. Before joining voco® St. David's, Cardiff, he served as Hotel Manager for the Kimpton Clocktower. In his new capacity, he will manage all operations and guide the renowned Welsh hotel, noted for its exceptional service, hospitality, and VIP guest list.

IHG
Cardiff, United Kingdom
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Appointment

Sophie Perret has been promoted to Managing Director, London Office at HVS

HVS has announced the appointment of Sophie Perret as managing director of its London office. Sophie joined HVS Madrid in 2003 and relocated to London three years later. Since joining HVS, she has advised on hotel investment projects and related assignments throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East and is responsible for the development of HVS services across Europe.

HVS
London, United Kingdom
Appointment

Stefan Soennichsen has been appointed as Managing Director and Regional VP Operations at The Langham London

Langham Hospitality Group has seen a flurry of senior appointments recently. Bob van den Oord's promotion to CEO, effective September 1st, and Lo Young's new role as Senior Vice President of Operations in China, overseeing the hotel collection in China, are notable shifts. Now, the Hong Kong-based hotel giant has announced the appointment of Stefan Soennichsen as the General Manager for Langham, London.

Langham
London, United Kingdom
Press Release Markets & Performance

IHG Hotels & Resorts unveils festival first at Wilderness with debut of The IHG Hotel in the Wild

Festival season continues to bring the heat following IHG Hotels & Resorts’ successful partnerships with some of this summer’s hottest music festivals, including The Governors Ball and Lollapalooza in the U.S., and most recently Wilderness in the U.K. IHG is making festival weekends unforgettable for IHG One Rewards members and festivalgoers alike, bringing exceptional care and unexpected memorable experiences.

IHG
United Kingdom
Development Pipeline

New London Hotel The BoTree Announces September 15th Opening and Reveals Guestrooms

One of London's most exciting hotel openings of 2023, The BoTree, has announced it will welcome guests from Friday, September 15th and has released the first images of its vibrant and elegant guestrooms. A Place III Hotel, The BoTree is in the heart of London's West End, standing at the point where Marylebone, Mayfair and Soho meet. The luxury hotel will capture the spirit of Marylebone's 'village' life and reflect the allure of central London.

The BoTree
London, United Kingdom
Development Opening

Slieve Donard Hotel To Open Under AJ Capital's Marine & Lawn Hotels Brand

Positioned adjacent to the world-renowned Royal County Down Golf Club, the 180-key Slieve Donard is the first Marine & Lawn property in Northern Ireland. Celebrating 125 years of service, 2023 welcomes a new chapter for the famed hotel, with updated guest rooms, renovated meeting and event, and restaurant spaces. Rich in history, the hotel, built by the Belfast and County Down Railway in 1898, has welcomed various icons over the years including Charlie Chaplin, Tiger Woods, Catherine Zeta Jones, King Leopold (of Belgium), Dame Judi Dench and many more. The famed Polar Express at Slieve Donard will also remain on property as a family-favourite activity.

Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts
Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Development Opening

Dornoch Station To Open Under AJ Capital's Marine & Lawn Hotels Brand

Dating back to 1902, The Dornoch Hotel will relaunch as 'Dornoch Station' on 28th August, now part of the Marine & Lawn brand. The new title honours the hotel's original name, the 'Station Hotel,' and sits on four picturesque acres within Dornoch, just a short walk from the first fairway of Royal Dornoch Golf Club, the crown jewel of golf in the Scottish Highlands.. Since the acquisition in 2022, the property has undergone extensive renovations, now featuring 89 spacious guest rooms and all new public spaces, with the grounds now home to a new putting green and fire pits for guests to enjoy.

Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts
Scotland, United Kingdom