A contemporary 107-bedroom hotel with a connecting bar and restaurant is set to open in Leeds this summer, following a multi-million-pound investment. Located on Lower Briggate with easy access from both Leeds train station and the hustle and bustle of the city’s main shopping streets and Leeds Trinity, Hotel Indigo Leeds will be opening its doors alongside a brand-new … [Read more...]
Hostile messaging generates worst US tourism numbers since the pandemic
By @GraceWeaverAI: Hostile messaging generates worst US tourism numbers since the pandemic. Recent messaging from Donald Trump intended to reinforce the American economy is backfiring big time on US tourism. The US National Travel and Tourism Office released preliminary figures earlier this month showing visits from overseas fell 12% in March 25 compared with … [Read more...]
UK’s largest independent hotel group celebrates a quarter-century of partnership and growth
The UK's largest independent hotel group is celebrating its 25th anniversary, a landmark moment that reflects both its enduring legacy and an ambitious vision for the future. Founded in 2000 by Haydn Fenton and Robin Sheppard, Bespoke Hotels has grown from a hands-on, two-man operation into a nationally recognised name in UK hospitality, boasting more than 60 hotels in its … [Read more...]
Watergate Bay hotel announces appointment of new GM
Sara Alexander joins the Watergate Bay team as General Manager, bringing 10 years’ experience of working within the Rick Stein group as Head of Operations. Alexander’s appointment is part of a trio of recent appointments for the hotel, including Simon Mahon as COO and Chris Eden as Executive Head Chef. She arrives at an exciting time for Watergate Bay Hotel … [Read more...]
London Chiswick Travelodge opens continuing expansion in the Capital
Travelodge has announced opening a new 113-room hotel in Chiswick, West London, the new hotel has created 20 new jobs for the local community. London Chiswick Travelodge is ideally located for both business and leisure travellers. Situated just a short distance from Gunnersbury Park, Chiswick High Road, the Royal Botanic Kew Gardens, and Brentford FC’s Gtech Community … [Read more...]
Manchester hotel welcomes new era of R&B at Lavelle
M&T Hotel Management has launched ‘Lavelle’, a new restaurant concept at its DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport property. It is the first launch under the direction of M&T’s latest senior hire, Steven Burgess, who has joined M&T’s team to drive a new era of restaurants and bars in hotels, or ‘R&B’. Burgess said of the change: “We’re creating … [Read more...]
Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Programme unveil 2025 placements
Eighteen talented hotel professionals have been provided a place on the hospitality industry’s leading educational programme for aspiring hotel managers, the Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma. Now in its 13th year and three-time winner of the prestigious Princess Royal Training Award, the Aspiring Leaders Diploma will see the eighteen students receive specialised … [Read more...]
New hotel plans submitted for City of London Custom House
Custom House City Limited has submitted plans for the redevelopment of Custom House on Lower Thames Street, City of London, into a hotel. Under the proposed plans the building would be brought back into use as a new 179-bed hotel with dedicated spa and health facilities. A diverse food and beverage offer would be featured in the King’s Warehouse and the Long Room … [Read more...]
Ylenia Ficalora joins HotelPartner Revenue Management
Ylenia Ficalora has been appointed Senior Performance Manager at HotelPartner Revenue Management, joining the team as it continues its expansion in the UK and Ireland. With a wealth of experience at prestigious hotels, Ylenia previously served as Reservations and Revenue Manager at The NoMad Hotel London, and before that, as Revenue and Systems Manager at The … [Read more...]
Westerwood welcomes new GM home to Glasgow
Glasgow Westerwood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has announced the appointment of John Abercrombie as its new General Manager, marking a return to the hotel in which his hospitality career began. Set against the backdrop of the Campsie Hills, Glasgow Westerwood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is a destination for leisure, events and premium golfing. With a vision to strengthen … [Read more...]
The Hox opening in Edinburgh
This June, The Hoxton will open its doors in Edinburgh’s vibrant and historic Haymarket. The community-focused Hox will comprise 11 stitched-together townhouses set across both sides of the street, with original Georgian features celebrated and elevated by Ennismore’s in-house design team, AIME Studios. The hotel will feature 214 rooms including three self-contained homes … [Read more...]
Serena Lightner appointed GM NoMad London
NoMad London has announced the appointment of Serena Lightner as General Manager. With over 30 years of experience in the global hospitality industry, Lightner brings a distinguished history of success to the Grade II-listed, 91-room luxury property in London’s Covent Garden. Lightner’s extensive hospitality career began in 1997 at the renowned Mercer Hotel in New York … [Read more...]
Bespoke Hotels celebrates 25 years with £50K in prize giveaways
The UK’s largest independent hotel group is marking its silver anniversary by rewarding guests with a special prize draw, offering a range of luxury extras worth over £2,000 to 25 winners, from an additional night’s stay to complimentary meals, spa treatments, and in-room champagne. With more than 60 hotels within its collection, Bespoke Hotels is looking to give back to … [Read more...]
Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars appoints new F&B Director
Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars has announced the appointment of Nicholas Durham as Director of Food & Beverage. Bringing a wealth of industry experience and a dynamic vision for growth, Durham will lead the hotel’s renowned dining outlets, including the celebrated Chinese Cricket Club, NYnLON, Leaf & Cane bar and City Lounge, into an exciting new chapter. In … [Read more...]
Turas confirm acquisition of Cairngorm Hotel
Highland hospitality group Turas Hotels has confirmed the acquisition of the Cairngorm Hotel, which had been under the same family ownership for three decades. Turas Hotels have concluded the private purchase of the popular Cairngorm Hotel for an undisclosed sum, cementing the group’s footprint within the Cairngorms National Park. The new owners say they now want to build … [Read more...]
