The property featuring 91 rooms is scheduled to open in Q1 2013. It is Rezidor's 31st Park Inn by Radisson in the UK, bringing the group's total portfolio in the country to 5,400 rooms in operation and under development. "The United Kingdom is a key development region for our young and dynamic mid-market brand Park Inn by Radisson. We aim to grow the brand in the core market … [Read more...]
New 4* hotel approved at Plymouth FC
BDP’s design proposals for the £83m Pavilions Arena redevelopment have been approved by Plymouth City Council, paving the way for a planning application to be made by Akkeron Leisure, the appointed preferred developer. BDP’s scheme for the Pavilions site provides an extended and refurbished arena and also re-structures the site to provide a gateway from the city centre into … [Read more...]
Orient-Express Hotels First Quarter 2012 Revenue Up 10%
First quarter total revenue, excluding real estate, up 10% to $107.0 million from $97.7 million - First quarter revenue from owned hotels up 8% to $93.9 million from $86.9 million. Highlights First quarter total revenue, excluding real estate, up 10% to $107.0 million from $97.7 million First quarter revenue from owned hotels up 8% to $93.9 million from $86.9 … [Read more...]
Birmingham’s Grand Hotel £30M development scheme approved
HERITAGE watchdogs have given approval on the £30 million development scheme to bring Birmingham’s most iconic hotel back to its former glory. Plans have been submitted to re-open a fully refurbished Grand Hotel in Colmore Row with 166 bedrooms and 8 rooftop suites. Great news for all suppliers. Members of the city council’s Conservation and Heritage Panel gave the ambitious … [Read more...]
James Martin’s Talbot Hotel opens doors
Following a major £4 million refurbishment by the Fitzwilliam Estate the Talbot Hotel opened its doors on 1 May 2012 with new partner, celebrity chef James Martin. The Talbot Hotel has been restored to its former 17th Century glory as a beautiful country hotel with a focus on creating a stellar reputation for first-rate cuisine. The collaboration with James Martin is a … [Read more...]