The owners of the Watergate Bay Hotel Will Ashworth and Ben Harper have revealed that they have sold its self-catering brand Beach Retreats for an undisclosed sum. Watergate Bay started the company in 2006 and has sold it to the holiday lettings group behind holidaycottages.co.uk, Travel Chapter. The company has a managed portfolio of individual […]
IHG Hotels and Resorts has announced the opening of voco The Club, Dublin Gateway, alongside partners, Nhance. The converted hotel will be fully rebranded by the end of summer 2025 and will add to IHG’s growing portfolio in Ireland which now stands at 10 open and pipeline properties. The 50-key hotel features an award-winning brasserie-style […]
A prime redevelopment and investment site in central Newcastle, with planning permission for a 135-bedroom hotel and serviced apartment scheme, has gone on the market with price via application. Global property consultancy Knight Frank has been appointed sole selling agent for No. 2 Cathedral Square by owner Monument Real Estate. The building, located at the […]
South West hotel investments rose by 95% in the first half of 2025 compared with the whole of 2024, according to international real estate adviser Savills. The firm reported that transactions in the region totalled more than £147m between January and June, underlining what it called “growing investor interest” in hotels outside London and the […]
South America’s Hotel Surge: A 2025 Performance Overview – Image Credit Unsplash+ Hotel performance across the Americas in May 2025 showed significant growth, particularly in South America, driven by increased leisure and corporate demand, large concerts, and economic factors such as exchange rates and inflation. According to an analysis by STR, the hotel industry across […]
MMGY Survey Highlights Shifts in American Travel Trends Amid Economic Challenges – Image Credit MMGY MMGY’s latest report indicates a shift in American travel habits, with increased road trips and AI usage amid economic uncertainties. MMGY has released its 2025 “Summer Edition” of the Portrait of American Travelers report, providing insights into how U.S. travelers […]
Hilton Expands Florida Presence with 500th Hotel Opening – Image Credit Hilton Hilton has surpassed 500 hotels in Florida, with nearly 140 additional properties in development, focusing on lifestyle brands. Hilton has announced it has surpassed 500 operational hotels in Florida, marking a significant expansion in the state. This growth is supported by the company’s […]
Rendering of the Kimpton Bali Ubud Hotel – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement to open the first Kimpton hotel in Indonesia, located in Ubud, Bali, by early 2026. IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to introduce the Kimpton brand to Indonesia with the opening […]
Hotel SEO: How To Attract More Group Business With Your Online Presence – By Heather Apse – Image Credit Tripleseat In today’s digital-first world, a strong online presence isn’t optional—it’s essential. For hotels looking to grow more group business, mastering Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is no longer just a strategy—it’s a must. Here’s why it […]
U.S. Hotel Industry Sees Record July 4 Room Demand Despite Occupancy Challenges – Image Credit Unsplash The U.S. hotel industry experienced record room demand during the Fourth of July holiday, despite challenges in occupancy rates due to supply growth. The Fourth of July holiday serves as a critical barometer for leisure travel and lodging demand […]
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