Minor Hotels has announced the upcoming opening of Avani Lanexang Vientiane, a premium lifestyle hotel scheduled to begin operations in the second quarter of 2026. The property will be the second Laos hotel for the group, and follows the opening of Avani Luang Prabang in the north of the country. Located on Fa Ngum Road, […]

Hyatt Hotels Manchester has appointed Harry Fitton as director of operations and Rachael Askem as director of sales to lead its dual-branded property on Oxford Road. Fitton returns to the Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House Manchester hotels having previously served on the pre-opening team in 2019.  His career includes roles as head of hotel operations […]

LyvInn hotels is accelerating its expansion across the UK and Europe, following the success of its 164-room flagship hotel in Frankfurt. The budget lifestyle hotel brand has its sights on 14 new openings by 2029, with a mix of freeholders and leases. The group is involved in property negotiations across the region, including in London, […]

The Four Points Flex by Sheraton Brighton has launched on the East Sussex seafront following an extensive refurbishment and integration into the Marriott International portfolio. The 95-room property, formerly known as the Kings Hotel, comprises three Regency mansions. The renovation included a full upgrade of guest rooms, public spaces, and digital infrastructure. The hotel is […]