Africa’s hotel development pipeline has reached a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts, spelling year-on-year growth of 18.6% as the top 10 destinations account for 79% of total pipeline rooms, according to a report by W Hospitality Group.  Egypt leads the continent with 45,984 rooms across 185 properties, representing more than one third […]

Choice Hotels International has announced Jeff Lobb will serve as senior vice president and general counsel and secretary starting 26 March. In his new capacity, Lobb will be responsible for the lodging franchiser’s global legal and public policy strategy and operations. As a primary part of the company’s executive leadership team, he will report directly […]

The first Park Hyatt-branded residences in London will launch to the market later this year in the Nine Elms district. The development consists of 103 private apartments situated above the Park Hyatt London River Thames hotel. The project is being brought to market by property consultancy Knightcrest, backed by developer Valouran. The residences were designed […]

A new 235-key hotel in The Liberties, Dublin has secured a €54.2m (£46.79m) development facility from Maslow Capital. Singapore-based lodging operator The Ascott Limited has signed a long-term lease with Maslow to operate the new hotel under its Lyf brand.  The eight-storey, four-star property on Fumbally Lane is designed to serve both leisure and corporate […]

Bridgewood House in Stafford has been brought to market with a freehold asking price of £2.5m, with leasehold proposals also being considered.  Located on Earl Street, Bridgewood House is a Grade II listed town centre hotel, which features 72 en suite guest bedrooms with a mix of single, double and triple rooms.  In recent years, […]

The Bannister family has officially withdrawn the sale of the Coniston Hotel and Spa, following an internal restructure of the business that ensures the 1,400-acre Yorkshire estate remains in family ownership for a third generation since its acquisition in 1969.  Managing director Nick Bannister has also announced he will be stepping back from his role […]

The hotel industry is constantly evolving, requiring a focus on performance metrics to address future challenges. By understanding and implementing the right key performance indicators (KPIs), you can ensure your hotel’s sustained success and profitability. The evolving landscape of hotel management demands strategies that are both innovative and forward-thinking. Integrating modern technology into your operations […]

Pellicano Hotels has revealed it will reopen three of its coastal Italian properties in April, following suite refurbishments and beach club expansions. The 17th Century palazzo La Posta Vecchia will open on 1 April. This follows the final phase of a redesign project featuring four new suites. The property has also updated the lighting within […]

RealVantage has completed the off-market acquisition of the Heathcote Hotel in Manchester for £14m, marking the second collaboration between the investment platform and London-based asset manager Oberland. The new ownership structure grants RealVantage a majority 85% equity interest in the property. Oberland will hold the remaining 15% stake in the Grade II-listed heritage hospitality asset, […]

Capella Hotel Group has announced Roland Fasel will serve as its new president, starting 6 April. According to Capella, Fasel will ensure continued “operational excellence and brand integrity” across Capella and Patina Hotels and Resorts, leading efforts to expand the group’s portfolio twofold by 2030. He will additionally focus on building brand awareness in new […]