Sopwell House has been awarded the EarthCheck Silver Benchmark, a certification recognising the hotel’s environmental management and operational practices.  The accreditation follows a benchmarking process by EarthCheck, a leading global group for sustainable tourism that monitors energy use, water consumption, and waste management. The country house hotel and spa has implemented a 0% landfill policy […]

PPHE Hotel Group has agreed to sell its development site in New York to a US real estate developer for $33.5m (£24.7m).  The international hospitality firm, which develops and operates hotels and resorts, confirmed its wholly-owned subsidiary entered the agreement to dispose of the Manhattan freehold. This New York City site was acquired in 2019 […]

Tokyu Hotels and Resorts has officially joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) this week, marking a shift toward international sustainability benchmarks for the Japanese hospitality sector. The Tokyo-based company is the first domestic hotel chain in Japan to enroll all of its properties in the non-profit organisation, which manages global standards for sustainable travel. […]

Lifestyle hotel brand The Webster has announced its official launch with properties scheduled to open in London and New York in 2026.  The first, The Webster Covent Garden, will open in London this July, with The Webster Times Square following in New York City later in the year. Both properties will be managed by Altus. […]

The Graduate by Hilton Cambridge hotel has been placed on the market with pricing expectations in excess of £60m-£65m. Property agent CBRE is managing the sale on behalf of the owner, real estate investment manager AJ Capital Partners. The 148-key hotel occupies a site on the banks of the River Cam. The property underwent a […]

UK Hospitality has pushed back against the government’s consultation on proposals to give mayors and possibly other local leaders the ability to introduce overnight visitor levies in England, raising concerns about the timing and impact of the plans. The trade organisation said the hospitality industry is already struggling against rising employment costs and business rates […]

The Woodcote in West Sussex has secured planning approval from the South Downs National Park Authority to restore and convert its historic pub and cottage into a contemporary country lodge featuring a village bistro and 16 guest suites.  Architects McLean Quinlan are leading the design of the expansion, which includes a new flagship fine dining […]

IHG has announced the launch of a new premium collection brand, Noted Collection, aimed at converting independent upscale hotels across the EMEAA region.  It comes as the group is in discussions with multiple owners regarding the addition of various portfolios to the brand. IHG expects to reach more than 150 Noted Collection hotels globally over […]

The Cranley Hotel in Kensington has been sold to private buyers for an undisclosed sum, “significantly” above the guide price.  The 39‑bedroom townhouse hotel is located on Bina Gardens, South Kensington. The sale includes the freehold interest in three period terraced buildings with a total gross internal area of approximately 1,398 sq m (15,047 sq […]

Authentic and hyper-local experiences are the “key battlegrounds” for hoteliers in 2026 rather than price, according to BWH Hotels GB conference attendees. The annual event concluded that high-value guest experiences and local contacts are the differentiators independent hotels need to combat a challenging economic reality. This strategic shift away from price-driven competition comes at a […]