French luxury hotel group, Airelles, has officially opened its ninth property and first international location in Venice, following the restoration of three 16th Century buildings .  The development – named Airellles Palladio – on Giudecca island features 45 rooms, including 28 suites, and includes the restored Santa Maria della Presentazione Church and one hectare of […]

The Newman hotel in Fitzrovia has launched the Neighbourhood Club, a community-led membership scheme that donates all subscription profits to local charities.  The initiative aims to support the central London district through a rotating selection of charitable partners. Membership is priced from £15 per month and offers benefits across the hotel’s 81 guest rooms, suites, […]

IHG Hotels and Resorts has reported that global room revenues increased by 4.4% during the first quarter of 2026, bolstered by strong demand in China and the US.  It comes as the hotel chain surpassed 7,000 open hotels during the first three months. IHG’s development continued with 82 hotel openings, representing 14,900 rooms or a […]

UKHospitality has urged the government to implement targeted measures to support the sector as energy costs continue to rise.  In a letter to the chancellor, the trade body outlined six proposals designed to provide stability for hospitality businesses facing increased financial pressure.  The group requested an obligation for energy suppliers to offer new contracts and […]