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Archer Hotel Capital Completes Sale Of The Dilly Hotel in London
The Dilly is a 283-room hotel situated at 21 Piccadilly which was constructed in 1908 as one of London’s most luxurious hotels. Known then as The Piccadilly Hotel, it is centrally located in an enviable position between Piccadilly and Regent Street, two of London’s most famous streets, and has been patronised by royalty and celebrity guests ever since.
Beach Retreats expands aparthotel concept
Watergate Bay Hotel has acquired a 72-room hotel, the Sands Resort, one mile from its award-winning hotel in Cornwall.
De Vere Cranage Estate unveils plans for refurbishment
De Vere Cranage Estate, located in Cheshire and part of De Vere's portfolio of country estate hotels, has today announced the start of a refurbishment which is due to be completed in March 2023.
Paul Hart has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel
With local seasonal produce at its heart, The Balmoral is entering a new culinary era with Paul Hart at the helm
Whittlebury Park to make up to 2,000 Christmas meals for those in need across Northamptonshire
Whittlebury Park Hotel and Spa Resort will make up to 2,000 meals for those in need across Northamptonshire this Christmas. The four-star countryside hotel is working in partnership with Carlsberg Marston Brewing Company Ltd and Food4Heroes CIO to provide delicious Christmas meals to local people including food banks.
Renowned Lake District hotel signs with Aimbridge EMEA
Aimbridge EMEA has been selected to operate The Belsfield, a prestigious hotel located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, the Lake District’s most popular visitor destination.
Hotel Indigo Exeter officially opens to the neighbourhood
Hotel Indigo Exeter has opened its doors to guests after a multi-million-pound major restoration project.
Virgin Hotels to Open 2nd UK Hotel Glasgow
Virgin Hotels Glasgow, Virgin Hotels' second UK hotel, sits by the River Clyde with waterfront views with 242 Chambers and Grand Chamber suites. Each accommodation is beautifully curated with Virgin's signature design elements, like bright red accents, sliding doors to separate living and sleeping areas, standalone vanity desk, and more. There will also be multiple dining venues to enjoy bites and drinks, including Virgin Hotels' flagship restaurant Commons Club, offering a contemporary and imaginative takes on Scottish cuisine. Guests and locals alike can also visit Rocks, a laid-back but elegant bar offering local whiskies and creative cocktails; Highyard, a versatile space for coworking, entertainment and dining; and Funny Library Coffee Shop for winding down and socializing. The hotel has also launched a Grand Opening Offer for guests who book a stay prior to January 31, who'll receive a complimentary bottle of Champagne.
The Hoxton opens its doors in Shepherd’s Bush, London
Back where it all began.
Radisson RED brings its buzz to Liverpool in iconic heritage building
The first Radisson RED hotel in the North of England has arrived in Liverpool. Located in a thoughtfully renovated Grade II-listed property that first opened as one of the original British railway hotels in the 1800s, Radisson RED Liverpool blends history, legacy, and eclectic design as it arrives in this lively city. The hotel is also a culinary destination thanks to its modern barbecue and robata grill restaurant, Stoke. It offers classic dishes with a grilled twist paired with unrivalled views of the neoclassical architecture and acclaimed concert venue of St George's Hall, as well as overlooking the city's cultural district.
Cycas Hospitality Expands Into Scotland’s Major Cities
Located in a prime riverside location, Cycas will operate Motto by Hilton Glasgow, bringing Hilton’s newest urban lifestyle brand to the UK. Set to open in autumn 2024, the hotel follows Cycas’ debut of the Motto by Hilton brand in Rotterdam in late 2022, consolidating the company’s position as the leading operator of the locally inspired brand in Europe.
Kai Winkler has been appointed as General Manager at Fairmont St Andrews
In his new role, Winkler will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operational functions at the luxury hotel, including providing strategic guidance to achieve Fairmont's vision and implementing organizational processes for all divisions. Winkler joins the St Andrews team with a vision and ambition to solidify the hotel's position as one of the finest golf resorts in Europe.
Reuben Brothers Accelerates Plans to Bring Waldorf Astoria to Admiralty Arch
Enhanced development will set new standard for luxury hospitality in London and launches a deepening relationship between Reuben Brothers and Hilton.
UK Hotel trading performance in 2022 exceeds expectations but the pace of recovery is set to slow in light of the economic downturn
The UK hotel market has continued in its recovery, delivering a strong trading performance. Domestic leisure demand fuelled the early recovery, but this has been supported by robust demand for business travel as well as flexible working trends generating new sources of demand. This comes despite continued challenging market conditions including accelerating costs causing profit margins to decline, according to the latest UK Hotel Trading Performance Review 2022 by leading global property adviser Knight Frank, in partnership with HotStats.
London hotel room rates set to weather high inflation
In our latest report, Can Hotel ADRs Overcome High Inflation, we tracked the link between ADR growth and inflation over the past 50 years, focusing on hotels in London. This period included times of economic prosperity as well as downturns to help predict what hotel room rates are likely to look like going forward.
UK’s biggest hotel brand, Whitbread, builds on its commitment to sustainability by joining the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
Whitbread, which owns leading hospitality brand Premier Inn as well as a range of pub and restaurant brands, has become the latest company to join the global responsible hospitality network, the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.
Dakota Hotels selects Shiji to power PMS and POS for all UK properties
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, has announced that Dakota Hotels have selected its products Infrasys (POS) and Shiji Enterprise Platform (PMS) for all their hotels across the UK.
Cadogan Acquires The Draycott Hotel
Monday 28th November saw the acquisition by Cadogan of The Draycott Hotel. Built in 1890, the striking Victorian property comprises three red-brick town houses on Cadogan Gardens in the heart of Chelsea. It will undergo a sensitive restoration before reopening as The Chelsea Townhouse, operated for Cadogan by Iconic Luxury Hotels.
Consumers ‘not willing to pay more’ for sustainable holidays
Travel firms will need to take the lead on sustainability as consumers are not willing to pay extra for more environmentally friendly holidays, according to sustainability experts.