The 52 bedroom hotel has opened in Dublin, introducing a new concept in accommodation to Ireland. Fresh, vibrant, youthful and creative, The Dean is a reflection of Dublin now - a dynamic, contemporary European capital. Located at 33 Harcourt Street, smack bang in the heart of the city, the hotel is a luxury residence that sets the scene with strong contemporary design and a … [Read more...]
150% rise in Brits dining out at Christmas in 2014
Bookatable.co.uk has revealed that there has been a significant rise in the number of Brits eating out at Christmas, as people look to avoid the stresses of cooking large family meals on 25 December. Booking data from Bookatable’s database of over 800,000 diners was collated to create their Quarterly Dining Trends Report, the findings of which show that there has been a 150% … [Read more...]
Focus Hotels adds Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall to portfolio
Specialist property adviser Christie + Co has successfully sold the 87 bedroom Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall hotel and spa, near Shrewsbury in Shropshire. Focus Hotels has taken over the management and ownership of the four-star hotel. Founded in 2007, Focus Hotels also manages 17 other three and four star hotels across the UK, operating under the brands Mercure, Ibis, … [Read more...]
Timberyard is Best Independent Coffee shop in Europe
Timberyard recently won the award for Best Independent Coffee Shop in Europe at the Allegra European Coffee Awards 2014 held on 25 November at the InterContinental in Istanbul. The winners were chosen through a targeted voting campaign by Allegra, where over 1000 senior industry executives were able to have their say. Since opening their first shop in Old Street in December … [Read more...]
Autumn Statement: the impact on hospitality
The major points affecting hospitality include: A full review of the business rates system, with results due at the 2016 Budget Two per cent cap on the inflation-linked increase in business rates has been extended for another year to April 2016 High street shops, pubs and cafes with a rateable value of up to £50,000 will get a £1,500 discount on business rates – up 50 … [Read more...]