10 February 2026 - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 4

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Brandshatch Place Hotel and Spa appoints Matthew Selch as GM

🏨 Hand Picked Hotels appointed Matthew Selch as general manager of Brandshatch Place Hotel and Spa in Kent. With 10+ years of leadership experience, including roles at Village Hotels and De Vere Hotels, Selch will enhance the hotel’s bespoke events and private hire offerings. The hotel collaborates with local venues like Mount Vineyard and London Golf Club. Hand Picked Hotels runs 21 hotels across the UK and Channel Islands, aiming to strengthen their presence in the Kent event market.

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The Bedford in Belfast to open following multi-million-pound investment

🏨 Belfast's Scottish Mutual Building transforms into the 82-bedroom Bedford Hotel, opening in May 2026 after an 18-month redevelopment. The project, resulting from a multi-million-pound investment, created over 100 jobs and will be led by Executive Chef Noel McMeel. Ciaran O’Neill and Mike Gatt emphasize the hotel’s role in boosting Belfast's economy and promoting local employment. Belfast is recognized by TripAdvisor as a trending city for 2026, further enhancing its tourism and hospitality appeal.

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Radisson and Manchester City unveil Medlock branding

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group and Manchester City are launching The Medlock, a 401-room hotel located on the Etihad Campus, Manchester, opening bookings from October 2026. This site will feature a penthouse, brasserie, wine bar, fitness studio, and Pitch View meeting rooms. Operated by Valor Hospitality, it will serve visitors to nearby stadiums and arenas. Inspired by Manchester's industrial heritage, it aims to be a flagship property for business, leisure, and events.

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Horwood House launches apprenticeships with MK College Group

🏨 Horwood House Hotel partners with Milton Keynes College Group during National Apprenticeship Week (9-15 February) to offer vocational roles in Little Horwood, recruiting a maintenance assistant and commis chef. The estate, spanning 38 acres, recently underwent a £6.5m refurbishment. MK College supports over 670 apprentices among 8,000 students. Caroline Morrone, Julie Jeffery, and Karim Kassam emphasize the importance of on-the-job training and mentoring to prepare local youth for the hospitality industry.

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Markos Chaidemenos of Canaves Collection on Family Leadership, Nature, and Sustainability

🏖 Canaves Collection, founded by CEO Markos Chaidemenos in 1983, is a luxury hospitality group in Santorini emphasizing personal warmth and sustainability. Santorini's unique landscape requires careful design, using materials like volcanic stone. The boutique scale enhances guest experiences and accountability. Sustainability is both visible, with “optical silence” architecture, and hidden in efficient technologies. The focus is on restraint, aligning visible luxury with behind-the-scenes operations for lasting comfort and reliability.

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Canary Technologies named headline sponsor of Hotel Owner Conference 2026

📍 Canary Technologies sponsors the Hotel Owner Conference 2026, showcasing in guest management tech. With over 20,000 hotel clients in 100 countries, including Marriott and Four Seasons, Canary enhances revenue and digital guest experiences. The conference, curated by the Hotel Owner team, gathers UK hotel leaders to discuss industry challenges. Michael Northcott, Hotel Owner editor, commends Canary's credible solutions for operational and commercial issues. For more details, visit www.hotelownerconference.co.uk.

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At ITB Berlin 2026, LodgIQ Will Show How AI Can Turn Revenue Managers into Commercial Strategists

💻 LodgIQ debuts its AI Wizard at ITB Berlin 2026, March 3–5, in Hall 10.1, Stand 205. This tool aids revenue teams by converting complex data into actionable strategies, enhancing decision-making amidst volatile markets. CEO Vincent Ramelli emphasizes its ability to simplify insights for hoteliers globally. Attendees can see live demos and book appointments for insights on revenue management transformation. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, LodgIQ aims to revolutionize revenue management with AI-driven solutions.

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The Dean Berlin Now Open

🏨 The Dean Berlin, debuting in February 2026, marks The Dean's first hotel outside Ireland. The 81-room hotel in Charlottenburg, Berlin, blends rawness and refinement, with design by Rachael Gowdridge. Rooms feature bespoke furniture, and guests enjoy exclusive bath amenities by DS & Durga. Rates start at €135/night. Benedict, the hotel’s bakery-bar, serves international dishes. The Dean's art curation, *Wanderers*, showcases German-based artists, integrating the hotel into Berlin's creative scene.

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Villa D’este La Collezione Announces Opening Of Miralago Luxury Apartments

🏠 Scheduled for June 2026, Miralago Luxury Apartments open in Cernobbio, Italy, featuring eight exclusive lakefront residences. Located along the Lake Como waterfront, the project, led by Studio Droulers, involves the complete renovation of the former Miralago Hotel. The four-floor property offers tailored services, including a bespoke breakfast experience. Guests gain access to Villa d'Este amenities, such as the Sporting Club and floating pool, blending privacy with exceptional hospitality.

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Luxury hospitality reimagined: Cairns 5-star hotel elevates guest experience with Shiji’s Infrasys POS

🏖️ Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns, a five-star luxury hotel in Tropical North Queensland, Australia, upgraded its guest service by implementing Shiji's Infrasys POS, enhancing operational efficiency and guest experience. The hotel, with 255 rooms, now features faster ordering and real-time updates, improving service across dining venues. Shiji, a leading hospitality tech company, supports over 91,000 hotels globally, offering cloud-based solutions with over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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