Top-line performance in the UK hotel sector in Q2 2016 varied significantly across the country, according to the Q2 2016 Hotel Bulletin from AlixPartners, AM:PM and HVS. Birmingham and Bath were the top performers in the quarter, with 16% and 11% RevPAR growth, respectively. London, Newcastle and Aberdeen recorded RevPAR decline compared with Q2 2015. Performance in … [Read more...]
The Balmoral, Edinburgh – Home to 50,000 honey bees
The colony of Italian honey bees checked-in to their hive on the rooftop of The Balmoral in spring and started work ahead of the busy summer season to produce home-grown honey to be served to guests at The Balmoral. The Balmoral is the first five-star hotel in the city to welcome bees as permanent guests and has been working with bee keeper Brian Pool at Scottish Honey to … [Read more...]
Minsk Marriott Hotel Opening Expands Marriott International’s Footprint in Belarus
Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel, the capital's first 5-star internationally rated hotel, which is now open for business. The deluxe Minsk Marriott Hotel sits within a new compound located on the Svisloch riverside offering an exceptional range of services under one roof including a sports and entertainment … [Read more...]
The Talbot is Back and Better than Ever
Following substantial refurbishment works and a star-studded launch event, The Talbot has reopened its doors in the heart of Ripley in scenic Surrey, breathing new life into this historic coaching inn, which has played host to everyone from Audrey Hepburn to Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton during its 250-year history. Having benefited from a £1 million investment, … [Read more...]
Hard Days Night Hotel introduces afternoon ‘tea for two’
Hard Days Night Hotel has added to its ever-popular Afternoon Tea offering with the introduction of Tea for Two. The Beatles-inspired hotel located on North John Street will now provide a quintessential experience, ideal for couples and duos wanting to while away a warm summer’s afternoon. Served in the venue’s exclusive Lounge & Bar, the new menu addition will … [Read more...]