Outstanding New Hotel of the Year Award 2013 – vote by 16 August This new award expands the scope of recognition to all independent, luxury and boutique hotels that have been operating for three years or less, and represents an exciting opportunity for those independent, luxury and boutique hotels that have only been in business for a few years but have already made a real … [Read more...]
Corbin & King appoint Paul Brackley as GM of Beaumont Hotel
Paul Brackley has been appointed General Manager of Corbin & King’s Beaumont Hotel in Mayfair, scheduled to open in 2014. Paul has held a number of senior posts including General Manager with Taj Hotels, Palaces & Resorts and more latterly with InterContinental Hotels Group at their flagship Crowne Plaza London the City. During his tenure with IHG, Paul was … [Read more...]
BDL Redefine opens The Moorfield – Shetland’s newest hotel
Shetland’s newest hotel, The Moorfield Hotel, opened its doors for the first time on 6 August. The 100-bedroom property, located in the village of Brae, has been completed in just under a year and will create 43 jobs in the local area. The hotel will also source 95% of its supplies from local businesses, with its facilities open to members of the public. The property, … [Read more...]
Hotel du Vin forges literary and wine partnerships
Boutique hotel group, Hotel du Vin, with its portfolio of 14 characterful hotels has recently created two new partnerships to provide additional reasons to visit the hotels famed for their strong food and drink offering and stylish interiors. A partnership with the Random House Group will provide travellers with literary inclinations material for a foray into writing, while … [Read more...]
Elior secures new £1.35m contract with Fraser Suites, Edinburgh
Elior UK has signed a new five-year contract worth £1.35m with international boutique hotel and apartment chain, Fraser Suites, in Edinburgh. Situated on the Royal Mile in a prestigious area of the city, Fraser Suites is seeking to deliver a food and beverage offering through its restaurant Broadsheet Bistro, in keeping with its luxury core values. Elior will provide full … [Read more...]