1 Hotel Mayfair opened Thursday 13th July 2023, making its debut as the first European property of the 1 Hotel's mission-driven portfolio. 1 Hotel Mayfair is setting a new benchmark for lower impact luxury in London, introducing a destination, community and platform for change for travellers and Londoners alike.
art'otel London Hoxton, the art'otel brand's highly anticipated second UK opening, has announced the appointment of Axel Krueger as General Manager.
Hotel transaction volumes totalled approximately £860 million for the first six months of 2023, some 60% below investment volumes for H1-2022, demonstrating the gulf between hotel trading performance and transactional activity has never been wider, according to the latest research from leading property adviser Knight Frank.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will open its third London hotel in the British capital in 2028. Situated on London's South Bank with dramatic views over St Paul's Cathedral, Mandarin Oriental Bankside, London is positioned ideally to access both the City of London and the West End theatre and shopping districts, offering a perfect base for leisure and business travellers. The hotel will be part of the larger Bankside Yards development, which serves to reconnect the space between the Tate Modern and Blackfriars Station and is centred around the historic railway arches that run through the heart of the site.
Nuno César de Sá is set to assume the position of general manager at Grantley Hall, stepping into the role following Andrew McPherson's departure. Nuno is transitioning from Rudding Park, where he dedicated the past 15 years in various roles, with his latest being hotel manager and resort operations.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning more than 95 countries and Roadchef, one of the UK's leading motorway service area operators welcoming 52 million visitors each year, today announced the upcoming opening of Super 8 by Wyndham Chester East, the brand's first entry in the UK.
Hospitality has been a driving force for the UK and European economies for years, employing 3.2 million people before the pandemic and generating £38 billion in tax revenue for the UK government. Providing job opportunities for young people and students and inspiring young entrepreneurs to launch enterprises of their own, hospitality was a dynamic and booming sector before the initial complications of COVID, and the many challenges that followed.
Further to the acquisition in December 2021 of Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa by Arora Group, one of the UK's leading hotel owner-operators, the signing of an agreement has been announced to redevelop the hotel under the globally renowned Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brand. The announcement demonstrates the growing partnership between Arora Group and world leading hospitality group Accor, whose expansive collection of brands includes Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
Royal Garden is a luxury hotel located in London in the iconic Kensington High Street. The hotel has 400 bedrooms with unparalleled views of the London skyline. The Royal Garden is proud of its awesome location in a borough with an array of shops and restaurants to suit every need and walking distance to three world class museums, Kensington Palace and adjoining Gardens. But hotel fame and success are not just about location, it is about being internationally recognised as London’s most flexible 5 Star Hotel offering excellent value where distinction in service comes naturally. The hotel staff of 300 employees works hard every day to make them feel at home taking care of each detail. Its green policy is constantly exploring new sustainable opportunities to reduce carbon print. All of this makes The Royal Garden Hotel the perfect choice for enjoying your business or pleasure stay.
The Magic City, so named because its soil contains the three elements needed to produce iron, was able to steel itself against long-term hospitality demand loss in 2020 better than many hotel markets across the U.S. The city’s proximity to outdoor demand generators, its rapidly growing sports entertainment industry, and the dedicated work of local municipal offices and aid organizations were all important factors that supported the swift recovery of Birmingham hotels.
Zeal Hotels has signed an Exclusivity Agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts for the hotel, which will be managed by Valor Hospitality.
Brian Gore has been appointed as Commercial Director of Birch Hotels Ltd which has two hotels, the award winning Birch (Cheshunt) which opened in 2020 and Birch (Selsdon) which is in soft launch until the end of this month. Gore will oversee the sales, marketing, branding and revenue & distribution of the lifestyle brand's business, particularly the commercial launch of its second property Birch (Selsdon) along with its further plans for growth. Birch (Selsdon) in South London, which amongst other facilities has London's newest major rewilding project across 200-acres of land, regenerating it back to its natural state for guests to (re)discover natural habitats, flora and fauna. Gore will also be responsible for championing the brand essence of sustainability, responsible business and a low carbon footprint. In addition, he will oversee development of the digital guest journey and online experience as well as collaborating with MARGARET on the effective and continual communication of the brand through PR and social channels. Brian is a commercial marketing, branding and digital pioneer who has amassed more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Most recently, he was Vice President of Brand, Marketing & Digital at The Set Collection. Previous to this, he has held key positions for brands including Mandarin Oriental, Bulgari Hotels & Residencies, The Langham, London and The Leading Hotels of the World.
The Peninsula, whose portfolio of impeccably luxurious worldwide properties has drawn discerning travelers for nearly a century, is thrilled to announce that its stunning new hotel, The Peninsula London, is now accepting reservations for stays from September 12, 2023.
London’s hotel industry reported its highest revenue per available room (RevPAR) since October 2022, according to preliminary May 2023 data from STR.
Over two fifths of the UK’s hospitality businesses are operating at a loss, with the vast majority eyeing price increases during the next year, new research by Peckwater Brands has found.
Real estate investor and developer Lamington Group is adding to its pioneering eco hometel brand with the exciting opening of room2 Belfast, the fourth outpost, and first property outside England, set to open later this summer.
The London hotel is the ninth Hyatt hotel opening in the city, signaling Hyatt's expanding brand footprint in the United Kingdom.
B&B HOTELS has [today] announced the appointment Patrick O'Connell as the new CEO of its UK operations as the European value-for-money hotel chain progresses its growth ambitions to open 100 new hotels in the UK by 2035.
The Landmark London is a 5-star, luxury hotel located in downtown London. It’s known for its beautiful glass-covered atrium and lush palm trees — which are well documented by both travelers and locals on Instagram and travel review sites. Guests of the hotel experience quintessential London charm in the sumptuous surroundings of this magnificent Grande Dame hotel. Guests find luxury, sophistication, and serenity within the walls of this enchanting hotel. It’s a true oasis from the hustle and bustle of London.
1 Hotels, the nature-inspired luxury lifestyle hotel brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces that its UK flagship and first European destination, located in the heart of London's historic Mayfair, is now accepting reservations with an anticipated opening date of July 13, 2023. The nine-story sustainable sanctuary overlooks the stately trees and verdant lawns of magnificent Green Park, just steps away from the world-class galleries, sophisticated boutiques, first-class restaurants and renowned emporia of Bond Street, Berkeley Square and Piccadilly.