Líbere Hospitality Group has officially opened its first aparthotel in Rome, marking a further expansion into the Italian market following the company’s debut in Milan. The new building is located in the San Lorenzo district and contains 18 units. It consists of one- and two-bedroom apartments designed for short- and medium-stay guests. The property at […]

Lloyds Banking Group’s Dave North and Jeavon Lolay have been confirmed as contributors for the Hotel Owner Conference 2026, as the event builds its programme around the economic, investment and operational trends shaping the future of UK hotel ownership. The Hotel Owner Conference 2026, hosted by Hotel Owner magazine, will take place on 3 November […]

Kensington Hideaway has officially opened this week (2 February) as part of the JMK Group portfolio.  The 59-room boutique hotel features guestrooms themed around writers including Agatha Christie, T.S. Eliot and P.L. Travers, who are associated with the local area.  London-based studio Tonik designed the interiors using references to the local neighbourhood. The property includes […]

Accor has appointed Leire Leoz as chief franchise officer for its Premium, Midscale, and Economy (PME) division, effective 2 February 2026.  The strategic hire is intended to centralise and optimise franchise operations across Accor’s most voluminous segments, following a period where the group has doubled down on an asset-light growth model. Reporting directly to group […]