Some of the findings of the new ‘Sleeping in London’ report on the hotel, serviced apartment and private flat-rental markets undertaken by leading West End and Mayfair estate agent Wetherell include: London is now the world's most expensive city to rent a 5-star hotel room, luxury serviced flat or rental apartment according to the findings of a new accommodation … [Read more...]
Hogarths’ investments deliver 30% uplift
Conference bookings have risen by nearly 30 per cent this year at Hogarths Hotel in Solihull. Investment by co-owners Helena and Andy Hogarth at Hogarths Hotel & Restaurant has led to the opening of a marquee which can cater for up to 180 delegates, refurbishing the summer house on the island (above) in the venue’s 32-acre grounds and introducing new conference … [Read more...]
Millennium & Copthorne: disappointing first half 2014
M & C Group performance was disappointing in the first half of 2014, ascribed to a range of factors including geopolitical events unsettling the hospitality sector - especially in Asia - and the rapid appreciation of the pound sterling. Outlook Whilst it is too early to be certain about trading results for the full year, management is determined to meet expectations. … [Read more...]
H&C News July Top 20 Articles
Each month we enjoy looking at the page statistics and learning what pages have proved most popular with our readers. Each month we are seeing a greater effect on what makes the cut for our Top 20 from readers using social media to share content with colleagues, take a look at the bottom of each page as shares are visible on each page. Top 10 UK burger … [Read more...]
IHG reports on winning strategy at half year
IHG has reported on its strong performance with its Half Year Results to 30 June 2014, including particularly strong trading in the UK, up 8.7%, with high single digit growth in both London and the provinces. Richard Solomons, Chief Executive of InterContinental Hotels Group PLC, commented: "We have achieved a strong first half performance, with our preferred brands … [Read more...]