McKeever Hotels has unveiled a new five-year strategy outlining plans for further growth, performance improvements and sustainability across its portfolio in Ireland and beyond. Managing director Eddie McKeever set out the group’s ambitions at the launch of its ‘Beyond Now’ strategy, which aims to build on the company’s strong performance over the past three years.  […]

The Ardencote Hotel in Warwickshire is to auction off its contents as part of preparations for a multi-million-pound redevelopment aimed at transforming its facilities and guest experience. Dating back to 1862, the four-star Ardencote is a Victorian manor house set in 83 acres of landscaped grounds near Claverdon.  The hotel features 110 bedrooms, three restaurants […]

The Tunbridge Wells Hotel, the boutique hotel, bar and restaurant in Royal Tunbridge Wells, has been put up for sale for £2.69m following 13 years under the same ownership. The hotel features a relaxed bar and restaurant with capacity for approximately 80 covers, a function room with capacity for 50 seated guests and 20 en […]

A new digitally-led hotel concept, The Drey, is to open its first site in Earl’s Court later this year. The 125-room property forms part of a digital model designed to combine operational efficiency with a focus on comfort and community engagement. The Drey’s approach centres on automation and a reduced staffing structure, using online check-in, […]

Accor has officially launched its luxury brand Emblems Collection in the UK with the opening of Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa In Wiltshire.  It comes as the group confirmed plans for six further Emblems Collection hotel openings over the next two years as part of a global expansion of the collection.  The Emblems Collection brand […]

Hotel management specialists Countrywide Hotels has been appointed to oversee all management and operations of The Selwyn, a 50-bedroom townhouse hotel in Richmond-upon-Thames. As part of the appointment, Richard Sidaway has been appointed as general manager for the hotel which will continue to operate under its existing name. The hotel’s public spaces, including The Paisley […]

Radisson Hotel Group has opened its first property in Florence, expanding its presence in Italy with a 304-room hotel located close to the city’s historic centre. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Florence, is described by the group as a “modern urban resort” combining contemporary design with views of the Tuscan hills. The property features a spa […]

Chef Lee Murdoch has been appointed executive chef at Seaton House, the five-star boutique hotel in St Andrews managed by Valor Hospitality. The appointment forms part of chef Roy Brett’s plans to establish Seaton House as the new home of Ondine Oyster and Grill, his award-winning Edinburgh restaurant, which relocated to the hotel earlier this […]

Barons Eden has acquired Orsett Hall Hotel, Restaurant and Spa in Essex for an undisclosed sum, marking the hospitality group’s second purchase since receiving investment from Alchemy Partners earlier this year. The Georgian-style country house hotel sits within 12 acres of landscaped grounds in Orsett, near Grays. It comprises 57 en-suite bedrooms, including four bridal […]

Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate’s executive chef, Robert Pearce, has been named Innovative Chef of the Year at the 2025 Meetings Industry Association (MIA) Awards, held on 6 November. The award recognises excellence in the UK’s meetings and events sector, highlighting Pearce’s achievements in innovation, sustainability and service delivery over the past year. During […]