A hotelier with more than 20 years’ experience in the hospitality industry has checked into the DoubleTree by Hilton York as its new general manager. Martin Bradnam – who cut his teeth at the 790-bedroom Metropole Hotel in Birmingham overseeing major international conferences and trade shows – is already a familiar figure in the city’s hospitality scene having served as manager … [Read more...]
Luxury boutique hotel, Dakota Manchester announces senior team
In the anticipated lead-up to its opening on 18th May 2019, award-winning, boutique hotel brand Dakota Hotels has announced its General Manager and senior team at Dakota Manchester. Located on Ducie Street, close to Piccadilly Station, Dakota Manchester boasts 137 luxury bedrooms, including 27 suites. The penthouse suite, named the Grand Deluxe, is set to be the largest and … [Read more...]
Interstate announces Nicholas Northam in new role
Nicholas Northam, the current Managing Director for the UK at Interstate Hotels & Resorts, has been moved into an expanded role overseeing the company’s activity across all of its International division. The leading global third-party hotel management firm has appointed Northam as Executive Vice President – International. He now takes responsibility for all of Europe and … [Read more...]
Hotel owner’s water speed records spark nostalgia for new venue
Family members of a Lake District hotel group are recalling the daring water borne deeds of their great uncle and founding owner. With the opening of Windermere Jetty on 23 March, English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues are celebrating the world water speed records of Norman Buckley MBE. The great uncle of the group’s managing director Simon Berry, Mr Buckley purchased … [Read more...]
Motel One releases 2018 financial results
The budget design hotel group Motel One continues to report positive figures, increasing its footing in the European hospitality market with 71 hotels and 20,160 rooms in operation. With nine new hotels opened in 2018 and a secured growth of 98 hotels, Motel One is looking to expand its portfolio further. Key highlights for 2018: Revenue soars 22%: Sales rose by 22% to … [Read more...]