In the anticipated lead-up to its opening on 18th May 2019, award-winning, boutique hotel brand Dakota Hotels has announced its General Manager and senior team at Dakota Manchester. Located on Ducie Street, close to Piccadilly Station, Dakota Manchester boasts 137 luxury bedrooms, including 27 suites. The penthouse suite, named the Grand Deluxe, is set to be the largest and … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2019
Interstate announces Nicholas Northam in new role
Nicholas Northam, the current Managing Director for the UK at Interstate Hotels & Resorts, has been moved into an expanded role overseeing the company’s activity across all of its International division. The leading global third-party hotel management firm has appointed Northam as Executive Vice President – International. He now takes responsibility for all of Europe and … [Read more...]
Hotel owner’s water speed records spark nostalgia for new venue
Family members of a Lake District hotel group are recalling the daring water borne deeds of their great uncle and founding owner. With the opening of Windermere Jetty on 23 March, English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues are celebrating the world water speed records of Norman Buckley MBE. The great uncle of the group’s managing director Simon Berry, Mr Buckley purchased … [Read more...]
Multiple operator embarks on third refurbishment with Star Pubs & Bars
Warrington based multiple operator Mark Condliffe has taken on his third site with Star Pubs & Bars, The Red Lion in Moore. Star Pubs & Bars is investing £240,000 with Mark and his partner in the project, Neil Roughshedge, in a major upgrade of the pub to create the best outdoor space in the area. Originally a free-trade operator with The 101 Wine Bar in Stockton … [Read more...]
Hotels looking and feeling like McDonald’s, a pattern that can only accelerate
Hotels looking and feeling like McDonald's, a pattern that can only accelerate Not so long ago diners at McDonald's walked up to the counter and ordered, seems like a long time ago now, although of course it’s still possible. The point is that diners visiting McDonald's don’t do this anymore, they order through self-service kiosks. It’s the norm. The advent of … [Read more...]
Motel One releases 2018 financial results
The budget design hotel group Motel One continues to report positive figures, increasing its footing in the European hospitality market with 71 hotels and 20,160 rooms in operation. With nine new hotels opened in 2018 and a secured growth of 98 hotels, Motel One is looking to expand its portfolio further. Key highlights for 2018: Revenue soars 22%: Sales rose by 22% to … [Read more...]
Radisson Residences, Vadistanbul to open in Istanbul, Turkey
Radisson Hospitality AB, part of Radisson Hotel Group, is proud to announce the signing of the Radisson Residences, Vadistanbul Istanbul in Turkey. The 169-apartment residence is expected to open in the coming weeks, next to the newly opened Radisson Blu Hotel, Vadistanbul. Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group, … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing now open
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has introduced its legendary hospitality to China’s capital with the opening of Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing. The hotel is located on the upper floors of WF CENTRAL, one of the city’s premium lifestyle retail centres. It features 73 rooms and suites which are amongst the largest in city. The rooms are designed with a contemporary … [Read more...]
New café and event space at Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich
CH&CO introduces new café and stunning event space at Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, as the Painted Hall re-opens after two-year conservation project. CH&CO, in partnership with the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, has launched a new café at the popular venue and visitor attraction. The Painted Hall Café is part of a two-year conservation project, part … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell Chef of the Year 2019 announced
Bartlett Mitchell Chef of the Year 2019 announced The Bartlett Mitchell Chef of the Year 2019 has been named as Vincent Smith. Based at a leading law firm, Vincent took the coveted title after wowing the judges throughout the competition. Bartlett Mitchell chefs from across the UK entered by submitting a seasonal menu for a fine dining, including vegetarian option, … [Read more...]
Hospitality Ulster CEO urges all members to stringently review all risks
Hospitality Ulster CEO urges all members to stringently review all risks Hospitality Ulster CEO, Colin Neill has written to all members urging them to revisit their risk assessment procedures following on from the recent Greenvale Hotel tragedy. The tragedy saw three local teenagers lose their lives following a crush at the door of the hotel as people queued to get in at … [Read more...]
Hospitality Action presents an evening with Michel Roux OBE and Brian Turner CBE at Roux at Skindles
Hospitality Action presents an evening with Michel Roux OBE and Brian Turner CBE at Roux at Skindles Join us for a very special Q&A plus great food and live music with legendary chef Michel Roux OBE in conversation with Brian Turner CBE. Taking place in the Cocktail Bar at Michel’s new brasserie, Roux at Skindles, Taplow Riverside, on Wednesday 22nd May, the evening … [Read more...]
Ei Group proudly signs Diversity in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure Charter
Ei Group proudly signs Diversity in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure Charter Ei Group, the UK’s largest pub company, is proud to have signed the Diversity in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure (HTL) Charter, part of the WiH2020 campaign, which aims to improve diversity and inclusion across these sectors. Women in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure 2020 has been set up to … [Read more...]
ceda Conference 2019 confirms Hospitality Action as Chair’s nominated charity
Hospitality Action has also been confirmed as the Chair-nominated charity for this year’s ceda Conference. Behind the smiles and slick service, hospitality workers can fall upon hard times just like anybody else. Ours is a stressful industry, with long hours, high pressure environments and physically demanding work. Injuries, mental health problems and addiction are sadly a … [Read more...]
First FEHE sector contract announced by Gather & Gather, and it’s a big one
First FEHE sector contract announced by Gather & Gather Gather & Gather has announced winning its first FEHE sector contract. The contract with Edinburgh College for student and staff catering and hospitality across its four campuses with a value of £10 million. Edinburgh College, which has 24,000 students, has benefited from an investment of £300,000 by … [Read more...]