The Feathers Hotel in Ludlow is under new ownership, having been acquired by Crest Hotels for an undisclosed sum. Crest Hotels is a privately owned and managed hotel group and the 17th century, 40-bedroom hotel is the latest addition to the company’s portfolio. Jason Hiley, Group Operations Director at Crest Hotels said: “This is an exciting time for the group and we are … [Read more...]
Preferred Hotels & Resorts announces the most anticipated independent hotel openings of 2019
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand announces 23 new properties scheduled to launch across the globe in 2019. From what is set to be the hottest new resort in Indonesia and a bohemian gem in Costa Rica to a stately luxury hotel in the American South and a sustainable retreat in Georgia, these new independent hotels offer travellers … [Read more...]
Majority stake in Highland hotel sold to forty six employees
Forty-six staff at The Priory Hotel in Beauly have been given a stake in the business after it became the latest company in Scotland to become employee-owned. Founded in 1972 by Stuart Hutton, the hotel has become a local institution, growing from 12 bedrooms to 39 bedrooms and offering a busy restaurant, bar and coffee lounge which are frequented by guests and locals. Over … [Read more...]
General Manager appointed to oversee new developments at Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa
Legacy Hotels & Resorts has appointed Zach Hardman as general manager at Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa, to undertake the next stage of the hotel’s ongoing development and renovation project. Coming from previous roles within hotel management at various locations within the North West with Whitbread Hotels & Restaurants, Zach’s wealth of experience and knowledge … [Read more...]
Scottish Highlands report staffing shortage at crisis levels fuelled by Brexit fears
Brexit-related staff shortages, escalating rates and a half-hearted tourism strategy is set to see independent accommodation providers shutting their doors in the highlands. That is stark the warning of a major body of hoteliers which claims lack of central vision and support will see the region fail to cope with booming visitor numbers. The creation of the North Coast … [Read more...]