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M by Montcalm rebrands under Autograph Collection
UK: The 288-room hotel in Shoreditch, London from The Montcalm Luxury Hotels has rebranded as Montcalm East, now part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection brand.
Royal Park Hotels opens Kobe property this week
Japan: The Royal Park Canvas - Kobe Sannomiya, a 170-room lifestyle hotel, will open on Thursday 21st January and marks the first hotel in the Hyogo Prefecture area from Royal Park Hotels and Resorts.
Palisociety acquires ARRIVE Hotels
US: Palisociety, which owns and operates 11 hotels nationally, has acquired ARRIVE Hotels & Restaurants which has five hotels and two currently under development.
Preferred renews partnership with Sabre
Worldwide: Sabre Corporation, a software and technology provider, has renewed its strategic partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts through a long-term and expanded technology agreement.
INNSiDE Manchester to launch hybrid event studio
UK: INNSiDE Manchester, part of Melia Hotels International, has joined forces with Sterling Event Group to launch the city’s first virtual event production studio in a hotel.
Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa on market for £3m
Wales: Located close to Pembrokeshire National Park in Wales, the Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa has been brought to the market by Christie & Co for a guide price of £2,950,000 for the freehold.
Former Macdonald Hotels execs form Trinity Hospitality Group
UK: Ruaridh Macdonald and Simon Jackson have today announced the launch of Trinity Hospitality Group to support hotels and resorts struggling from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Remington Hotels appoints CCO
US: Raul Moronta has been appointed as chief commercial officer at Remington Hotels, an entirely new position for the brand.
JV partners acquire Japanese boutique hotel
Japan: The 114-room Kyoto Boutique Hotel has been acquired by a joint venture between Singapore-based Park Hotel Group and Apricot Capital.
JOI-Design and SV Hotels unveil three projects
Europe: Hospitality interior architect JOI-Design, in partnership with Swiss developer SV Hotels, have unveiled three projects in Germany and Switzerland including the world debut of the Stay KooooK brand.
OYO’s first new hotel in the UK opens
UK: Located on New George Street, OYO Plymouth Central has been converted from offices by Red Lions Estate, which will operate the property in partnership with OYO.
Boston's Hotel Commonwealth sold for $113 million
US: Florida-based Xenia Hotels & Resorts has sold the Hotel Commonwealth to luxury hotel operator Ohana Real Estate Investors for $113 million, $23 million less than it paid for the asset four years ago.
Meliá INNSiDE Newcastle appoints senior team
UK: Ahead of the new opening from Meliá Hotels International, a cluster general manager, cluster director of sales, cluster revenue manager and sales manager has been appointed at the Newcastle hotel.
Bulgari set for US debut in 2024
US: Italian luxury brand Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has announced plans for a property in Miami Beach, marking the 11th in the collection and the first in the States.
Preferred Hotels announces 2021 openings
Worldwide: Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced 15 openings within its global portfolio throughout next year, with 11 based in the Americas and four located across Europe.
The Londoner set for April 2021 opening
UK: Edwardian Hotels London has announced The Londoner, the group’s ambitious project to date in excess of £300 million, will open from April next year.
Pebblebrook launches Curator Hotel & Resort Collection
Worldwide: Along with six other founding members, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust has launched a collection of soft brands and independent lifestyle hotels called Curator Hotel & Resort Collection.
Naumi Hotels open three properties in New Zealand
New Zealand: Singapore-based private hospitality label Naumi Hotels has announced the opening of three new boutique hotels in New Zealand.
Paradero Hotels launches in January 2021
Mexico: Paradero Todos Santos, a 35-suite property, will open on 15 January 2021 and marks the beginning of Paradero Hotel’s plan to expand throughout destinations in Mexico.
Exclusive Collection collaborates with Home House Collection
UK: The partnership offers members access to respective properties, with Exclusive Collection spread across the British countryside and Home House Collection located in London.
The Mayfair Townhouse opening December 3
UK: Part of Iconic Luxury Hotels, The Mayfair Townhouse is the fifth in the UK portfolio and is planning to open its doors on December 3, 2020.
Hyatt announces Hyatt Loves Local initiative
Worldwide: Hyatt Hotels has launched its Hyatt Loves Local initiative to collaborate with and support small businesses that have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Campbell Gray Hotels signs new property in Cairo
Egypt: Developer Campbell Gray Hotels has announced it is adding a property in Cairo, Egypt.
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts launches franchise brand
Worldwide: Boutique hotel group The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has launched a franchise model for hotel owners and operators, and is waiving the initial joining fee for all new properties until January 2021.
Eden Roc resort joins Davidson Hotels & Resorts
US: Davidson Hotels & Resorts has been appointed to manage Eden Roc Miami Beach and Nobu Hotel at Eden Roc, operated through its lifestyle and luxury division Pivot Hotels & Resorts.
Meliá Hotels announces opening of INNSiDE Newcastle
UK: Spain’s largest hotel group, Meliá Hotels International, will open the 161-room INNSiDE Newcastle hotel on 14 December 2020.
The Lowry joins Preferred Hotels’ L.V.X. Collection
UK: The five-star hotel in Manchester, The Lowry, has been accepted into membership of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ L.V.X. Collection, which represents renowned properties with exceptional dining, entertainment and spas.
Mr & Mrs Smith now available under IHG
Worldwide: Mr & Mrs Smith properties are now available to book under IHG as the first phase of the joint loyalty programme is rolled out.
Rocco Forte launches experiential loyalty programme
UK: Rocco Forte Hotels has announced the launch of its Rocco Forte Friends rewards scheme, with guests able to take part in bespoke itineraries and exclusive events.
Hyatt announces plans for debut in Sweden
Sweden: Hyatt Hotels Corporation has entered into a franchise agreement with First Hotel Reisen AB to open the first Hyatt property in the country.
Graduate Hotels debuts in Europe 2021
UK: Graduate Hotels, a collection of hotels anchored in university towns and cities across the US, will debut its first European properties in Cambridge and Oxford in spring 2021.
STAA signs partnership deal with STR
UK: The UK Short Term Accommodation Association [STAA] has announced a new partnership with global research house STR to launch a unique tracking study that will measure the performance of serviced apartments, short-term rental accommodations and hotels, starting with a pilot in London this month.
Second Point A hotel announced in Dublin
Ireland: Raag Hotels have secured planning permission for a 95-room Point A hotel in the Liberties area of Dublin.
Andaz to debut in Lisbon
Portugal: Hyatt Hotels Corporate has entered into a management agreement with Feuring Hotel Lissabon GmbH & Co. KG to open the first Andaz hotel in Lisbon, expected in 2024.
Preferred promotes Caroline Klein to CCO
US: Global independent hotels brand Preferred Hotels has announced it is promoting Caroline Klein to the role of chief communications officer (CCO).
Clydesdale Bank and Leumi UK partner for hotel refinancing
UK: Clydesdale Bank and Leumi UK, the London branch of a major Israeli bank, have announced their cooperation on refinancing for 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel.
Conde Nast Traveller releases Readers’ Choice Awards
Worldwide: Condé Nast Traveller has released the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, featuring multiple boutique hotels.
Les Hôtels d’en Haut acquires three properties from chef Édouard Loubet
France: Operator of luxury boutique hotels, Les Hôtels d’en Haut, has acquired three properties in Luberon, Provence, from Loubet for an undisclosed amount.
Generator and Freehand Hotels partner with Duetto
US: Generator and Freehand Hotels have announced their partnership with cloud hospitality solutions company Duetto.
Preferred Hotels appoints SVP of Europe
Europe: Brenda Collin has been promoted to senior vice president of Europe at Preferred Hotels & Resorts, effective immediately.
Limestone Capital launches European hospitality fund
Switzerland: Limestone Capital has launched a fund to capitalise on opportunities in the European real estate and hospitality sectors.
Over half of luxury hoteliers believe “worst of crisis is over”
Worldwide: According to a new survey by Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), 54 per cent of luxury hoteliers believe the worst of the crisis is over, though expect the road to recovery to be long.
Top five hotel chains lose $25.2 billion
Worldwide: According to data by StockApps, the combined market capitalisation of Marriott, IHG, Hilton, Wyndham and Choice Hotels hit $79.2 billion in September - a $25.2 billion drop since the beginning of 2020.
Fairmont San Francisco appoints general manager
US: Markus Treppenhaeur has been named as the general manager of Fairmont’s flagship property in San Francisco.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts adds 13 members
Worldwide: Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the addition of 13 members to its global portfolio, marking 39 total additions since the start of 2020.
OLS Hotels & Resorts rebrands to Springboard Hospitality
US: Hospitality management company OLS Hotels & Resorts has rebranded as Springboard Hospitality, and has launched its Hospitality Intelligence platform across its entire portfolio.
Inhabit Hotel joins Design Hotels
UK: London’s first wellness hotel Inhabit, located in Paddington, has joined the handpicked and global portfolio of independent properties at Design Hotels and has been awarded Green Key certification.
Author David Walliams opens library at Fowey Hall Hotel
UK: Bestselling author David Walliams has officially opened the library at Fowey Hall Hotel, thought to be the largest children’s library housed within a hotel in the UK.
OYO supports remote workforce through UK-wide initiative
UK: OYO has announced a ‘Work from Anywhere’ initiative for its UK team members, allowing its OYOpreneurs to work from home, from OYO’s hub office, or from a public space such as a cafe.
