London’s only female Master of Havana Cigars, Paola Paollilo, has been appointed assistant F&B manager at Belgraves London. Paola will bring with her a passion for fine cigars and a wealth of knowledge including participating in the prestigious UK Cigar Sommelier Competition and achieving second place. Paola will curate the cigar offering on the intimate Belgrave’s Terrace … [Read more...]
Travelodge announces expansion in Greater Manchester
Travelodge, the UK’s biggest independent hotel chain with 522 hotels, has announced it has exchanged contracts for two new hotels in Greater Manchester, representing an investment of £9 million and the creation of 45 new jobs. The first hotel is located in Stockport on Heaton Lane. The new 86-room hotel will occupy part of Regent House, one of the most prominent office … [Read more...]
York’s Park Inn by Radisson on sale for £20+ million
Colliers International has been instructed to sell the Park Inn by Radisson in York on behalf of LR (York) Ltd. Currently let to Park Hotels Management Ltd for a term of 25 years, with nearly 16 years un-expired, the hotel is being marketed for offers over £20 million, representing a NIY of 7.75 per cent. Located on North Street on the Southern bank of the River Ouse, … [Read more...]
Topland Group, Marick and Mill Lane join for 203-bedroom Trafford Centre hotel
Topland Group has taken advantage of hotel development opportunities across the UK by launching a joint venture with Marick Real Estate and Mill Lane Estates. Topland, one of the largest privately owned international investment groups, led by Sol Zakay, is the majority equity partner in this new venture, continuing to increase its profile in the hotel sector. Trafford … [Read more...]
Four Seasons Hotels appoints Senior Director of UK Marketing
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has appointed Vicki Richards as Senior Director of Marketing for its UK Collection with immediate effect. In her new role, Ms Richards oversees all sales and marketing activity for the luxury brand’s UK properties: Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire; Four Seasons Hotel London at Canary Wharf; Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane and Four Seasons … [Read more...]