Many times named Scotland’s most romantic hotel, Ardanaiseig is to re-open in 2018 as an exclusive use venue for weddings and other events, its owner announced. The 16 bedroom Grade 2 listed mansion house on the banks of Loch Awe near Taynuilt in Argyll was acquired by London antiques dealer Bennie Gray in 1995. It has been voted the most romantic hotel in Scotland for … [Read more...]
Best Western GB appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Best Western Great Britain has appointed Rob Paterson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Paterson joins from Village Hotels where he is presently Commercial Director. Paterson will join the largest collection of independent hotels in Great Britain in mid-February after a 16-year career with brands such as Accor, De Vere, Malmaison and Hotel du Vin. Tim Rumney, chairman … [Read more...]
Three months at the Hilton Garden Inn, Emirates Old Trafford
Since opening its doors in late summer 2017, The Hilton Garden Inn at Emirates Old Trafford has been mastering the art of delivering high-quality hospitality, upon the foundations of a brand-new building and team. “We’ve changed more than 11,000 beds, served over 10,000 meals and laundered 1,000 plus shirts”, says General Manager, Michael Hewson. The hotel has now been … [Read more...]
De Vere Wokefield Estate’s historic Mansion House nears completion
The next chapter in De Vere Wokefield Estate’s history will be completed in January 2018 with the unveiling of the renovated Mansion House, following a £10 million refurbishment project. The historic country house, set in 250 acres of Berkshire parkland, will once again be placed at the heart of the estate. The investment is part of the wider £50million investment in De Vere’s … [Read more...]
An exciting new future for Windermere hotel
A much-loved Lake District hotel specialising in accommodation for people with sight loss, is celebrating after being bought by Starboard Hotels, a leading family run UK hotel property owner and operator. The 35 bedroom Windermere Manor Hotel, in the heart of the Lake District National Park, has today (Thursday, November 30th) been acquired by Starboard Hotels after it was … [Read more...]