By Angela Green: Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline The North East Hotelier’s Association (NEHA), established over three decades ago, has announced their annual ball is to be held at the Federation Brewery this year. The event is expected to be bigger and better than ever as membership numbers have increased considerably in the last 12 months. NEHA serves as a vital … [Read more...]
Accor appoints Chief Commercial Officer for Europe & North Africa
By Angela Green: Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Accor has today announced the appointment of Julie White to the position of Chief Commercial Officer Europe & North Africa for its Premium, Economy and Midscale division. In her new role, White will be responsible for leading Accor’s regional commercial team and driving the business revenue strategy … [Read more...]
Bristol hoteliers encourage people to have a go at hospitality
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline A practical event has taken a significant step towards dispelling the myth that the hospitality sector only offers ‘stop gap’ jobs for people to earn money while considering their long-term careers. Around 70 people attended a ‘Have a Go at Hospitality’ event organised by Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA), and got to … [Read more...]
Bespoke sell White Horse to fuel acquisition pipeline
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Bespoke Hotels have announced the sale of their White Horse Hotel in Dorking. Bespoke acquired the historic coaching inn in 2017 and completed a £4 million refurbishment to launch the White Horse Hotel and Dozen Restaurant in 2018. The property was sold earlier this month for an undisclosed sum to the Heartwood … [Read more...]
Accor sign two new economy brands in the UK
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Accor has announced the signing of two new hotels in the UK under ibis and ibis Styles brands. A new ibis Styles hotel is under construction in Burton-Upon-Trent, owned by FirstInn Ventures Ltd, and will consist of 81 rooms and suites. The hotel will be situated less than two miles from Burton-Upon-Trent … [Read more...]
Master Innholders cyclists raise £36,000 for Hospitality Action
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline A total of 27 cyclists from within the Master Innholders community have helped to raise over £36,000 for Hospitality Action, taking part in a three-day cycle ride through the Burgundy wine region of France. Taking place between 1-3 September and in collaboration with Cycle Tours UK, Hatch Mansfield and Procurement … [Read more...]
Dunston Hall appoints new GM
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Dean Saunders has joined Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort as the new General Manager. With an impressive 33 years of experience in hospitality and leisure, Saunders started his career as a teenage lifeguard at Gunton Hall. He then worked for two years at a summer camp in Texas, USA, before returning to the … [Read more...]
Leamington hotel appoints beekeeper to manage flourishing hives
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline A Leamington hotel has appointed its first ever beekeeper as part of a project which aims to boost the local bee population and produce honey for its menus. Mallory Court Hotel and Spa has welcomed Lottie Buckland to the role, who will take care of the hotel’s four new beehives. The bees originally arrived … [Read more...]
The Machrie announce new GM
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline The Machrie has announced the appointment of Ian Ferguson as General Manager, an industry professional with over 30 years of experience as a leader in the hotel, golf and sports industries in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Most recently Ferguson held the position of General Manager at Dundonald Links where he managed the … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels donate a million points to Ireland’s National Breast Cancer Research Institute
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline In celebration of the 2023 KPMG Women’s Irish Open, Preferred Hotels & Resorts has donated one million I Prefer Hotel Rewards points to, the event’s charity partner. As the official hole-in-one sponsor for this year’s KPMG Women’s Irish Open, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, announced that it would gift two … [Read more...]
Going for gold: Rutland hotel waves off inspiring Invictus Games athlete
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline The team at Rutland Hall Hotel will be rooting for a local athlete at the Invictus Games following months of using the venue’s swimming pool as a training base. Amanda Sands, from Oakham, has been using Rutland Hall Hotel’s leisure facilities to prepare for the Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, showcasing her … [Read more...]
New GM at The Devonshire Hotel, Torquay
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Daish’s Holidays is strengthening its commitment to delivering the highest standards of customer service with the appointment of Steve Cowie as the new general manager. Cowie brings a fresh approach to the role, with 12 years’ experience in various hospitality and retail establishments, and seven months’ … [Read more...]
Head Porter celebrates 30 years looking after guests
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Les Patterson recently marked thirty years of outstanding service looking after guests during their stay with the Rutland Hall Hotel. Les’ journey at Rutland Hall began in 1992 when he was 28 years old, joining as part of an outsourced security team. He wanted a role that would keep him active, so in 1993 he started … [Read more...]
Adagio appoint Senior VP of Customers and Marketing
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Adagio has announced the appointment of Virginie Barboux as Senior Vice-President of Customers and Marketing, a position that also sees Barboux become member of the management committee. As VP of Customers and Marketing she takes responsibility for management of the Communication, Marketing, Customer Experience, CSR … [Read more...]
Starboard announces acquisition of The Bridge Hotel
By Angela Green Hotel News is sponsored by Guestline Starboard Hotels is set for growth following a seven-year refinancing deal and the acquisition of another London hotel, The Bridge Hotel, Greenford. Starboard’s existing portfolio comprises 21 hotels from Hilton, IHG, Accor, Best Western and Wyndham. The hospitality group also owns and operates unbranded hotels … [Read more...]
