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Hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced plans to acquire the Douglas Hotel on the Isle of Arran in mid-July for an undisclosed sum.
The venue, located on the Brodick seafront, has operated for more than 170 years. It will remain open to guests during the summer before a planned closure in the autumn for a refurbishment.
The group aims to reopen the hotel in spring 2027 as part of the Buzzworks House Collection portfolio. The project will convert the site into a pub, restaurant and 21-bedroom venue.
Acclaimed designer Jim Hamilton will lead the refurbishment, which will feature an open-plan bar and upgraded outdoor areas.
The acquisition expands the presence of Buzzworks along the Ayrshire coast, where the company already operates venues including Scotts and Lido in Troon, alongside Vic’s and the Vine in Prestwick.
The existing employees at the hotel will join Buzzworks as part of the acquisition. The company currently operates 23 venues across Scotland.
Kenny Blair, chief executive of Buzzworks, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to be welcoming The Douglas into Buzzworks. This is an iconic hotel with a fantastic reputation, and we are proud to be taking this special place forward and building on its legacy.”
Kate Russell, general manager of The Douglas, added: “As we look to the future, we believe Buzzworks is the right fit to take The Douglas into its next chapter. The business’ passion for hospitality, respect for the heritage of their venues and commitment to the communities they serve gives us great confidence that the hotel has an exciting future ahead.”
Hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced plans to acquire the Douglas Hotel on the Isle of Arran in mid-July for an undisclosed sum.
The venue, located on the Brodick seafront, has operated for more than 170 years. It will remain open to guests during the summer before a planned closure in the autumn for a refurbishment.
The group aims to reopen the hotel in spring 2027 as part of the Buzzworks House Collection portfolio. The project will convert the site into a pub, restaurant and 21-bedroom venue.
Acclaimed designer Jim Hamilton will lead the refurbishment, which will feature an open-plan bar and upgraded outdoor areas.
The acquisition expands the presence of Buzzworks along the Ayrshire coast, where the company already operates venues including Scotts and Lido in Troon, alongside Vic’s and the Vine in Prestwick.
The existing employees at the hotel will join Buzzworks as part of the acquisition. The company currently operates 23 venues across Scotland.
Kenny Blair, chief executive of Buzzworks, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to be welcoming The Douglas into Buzzworks. This is an iconic hotel with a fantastic reputation, and we are proud to be taking this special place forward and building on its legacy.”
Kate Russell, general manager of The Douglas, added: “As we look to the future, we believe Buzzworks is the right fit to take The Douglas into its next chapter. The business’ passion for hospitality, respect for the heritage of their venues and commitment to the communities they serve gives us great confidence that the hotel has an exciting future ahead.”
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