The Great Southern Killarney has unveiled a new brand identity following a series of significant renovations and its recent achievement of a five-star rating.  Originally opened in 1854 as Ireland’s first purpose-built railway hotel, the property has rebranded under the theme ‘Splendour, Untamed’.  The repositioning follows extensive investment across the property, including upgrades to guestrooms, […]

The cost-efficiency burnout is what every member of a hotel is experiencing, from the housekeepers to the general managers. It’s the process of them feeling the burden of having to save every penny at every corner but still maintain excellent, fast and reliable service to guests and the company. Hotel owners are feeling the pinch […]

Occupancy of London hotels fell from 78.9% to 77.4% in April year-on-year, but rose from 75.7% to 76.2% across the UK, as ongoing geopolitical tensions saw overseas tourists delaying or cancelling trips.  Average daily rates of occupied rooms in London rose from £199.95 to £202.29 in April year-on-year, and increased from £137.77 to £140.24 across […]

Yotel has appointed Paul Harnedy as chief operating officer to oversee its global hotel operations and commercial strategy.  The appointment coincides with two senior internal promotions as the London-headquartered company seeks to expand its presence across Europe, North America and Asia – Pacific. The hotel group, which currently operates 23 properties, has launched a five-year […]

Castle Hotel Windsor is set to reopen this summer following a £9.5m refurbishment of its 108 bedrooms and communal areas. The project, overseen by interior design firm 3DReid, will update the building with features inspired by its Georgian heritage.  The relaunch follows a separate £14m renovation of the Francis Hotel in Bath by the parent […]

The long leasehold of the Crab Manor Hotel and Crab and Lobster Restaurant in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, has been brought to market for offers over £4m. The boutique hotel provides 20 individually designed en-suite rooms within the 18th century Georgian manor house. The rooms are inspired by destinations around the world, and many feature private […]

The Mercure-branded Norton Grange Hotel and Spa in Manchester has been brought to market for £9.25m.  The four-star hotel, which sits on six acres of grounds eight miles from Manchester city centre, features 81 en-suite bedrooms, a restaurant, a bar, and event spaces. The site also includes a spa and a fitness centre with more […]

Atelier Ace has appointed Ilana Edelman as vice president of development for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In the newly created role, Edelman will lead the brand’s strategic growth, mergers and acquisitions, and investment efforts across the region. Based in London, she will report directly to chief executive Chris Penn. Edelman joins the firm […]

Hilton has launched Undergraduate by Hilton, a new hotel brand aimed at college and university towns as it looks to accelerate growth across its lifestyle portfolio. The new upper-midscale brand will build on the success of Graduate by Hilton while targeting a broader range of campus markets through a more flexible and scalable development model. […]