The Ayrlington is on one of Bath’s main tourist thoroughfares and has been sold by sector experts at Colliers International at a figure well above the £2.5m asking price. Hotels director Simon Wells said the well-known 16-bedroom B&B hotel had attracted considerable interest and triggered brisk bidding, before selling to an Italian investor who already owns one hotel in … [Read more...]
4-Star Queen’s Gate Hotel, South Kensington sold
Acting on behalf of Spanish clients Mazabi Gestión de Patrimonios, Christie + Co and HVS Hodges Ward Elliott have sold the boutique 4-Star Queen’s Gate Hotel to a private investor off an asking price of £40 million. Located in South Kensington, one of London’s most desirable areas, and close to the Royal Albert Hall, the Natural History and Science museums and the Kensington … [Read more...]
Jupiter Hotels unveils new event spaces at three properties
Jupiter Hotels has completed the renovation of signature event spaces at three of its hotels in Brighton, Maidstone and Manchester. The iconic Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel has unveiled the refurbished ‘Ballroom’ event space ahead of the property’s 150-year anniversary in 2014. The new room, which will be able to host 180-seated guests, embraces original Victorian features, … [Read more...]
Fosse Way favourite on market
Outstanding Cotswolds landmark the Inn at Fossebridge is on the market with sector specialists Colliers International at a cool £1.85 million freehold. Potential buyers can also secure a separate four bedroom house for £450,000 freehold. The elegant and highly successful business occupies a fabulous riverside spot on the A429 Fosse Way between Cirencester and Northleach in … [Read more...]
Gold Service star is James Fleming from Le Manoir
Following a nationwide search to find a rising star in the hospitality industry, James Fleming (24), Chef de Rang at Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saison, has been crowned the winner of the Gold Service Scholarship 2014. Claridge’s hosted a glittering ceremony where James was recognised for his enthusiasm in providing the ultimate front of house restaurant experience. He … [Read more...]