Hospitality sector warns tourist tax risks economic growth
Data analysed by UHY Hacker Young show 692 hotel businesses have entered insolvency over the past five years
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Sopwell House completes refurbishment of Hertfordshire suites
The work is part of an ongoing capital investment scheme across the estate
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Elysium Collection to open first hotel in St Mawes
Architecture firm 3DReid is leading the restoration of a 1904 building originally built by St Austell Brewery
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UKH: Budget must reduce hospitality tax burden to create jobs
Trade body outlines four core demands to lower operational overheads including 10% VAT
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The Chester Grosvenor to undergo two-year redevelopment project
The upcoming work represents the Grade II-listed building’s first extensive refurbishment in more than 40 years
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Rising utility costs hit UK hotel margins in July
Average daily rates rose 4% to £182.47 but increased air conditioning use drove up utility expenses
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Inception Group to Open The Admiral’s Mess Bar at Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch in 2026
🍺 London hospitality operator Inception Group plans to open a 2,400 sq ft bar, The Admiral’s Mess, at Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, a 114-room hotel with a ballroom for 500 guests. The opening is part of a £2026 redevelopment by Reuben Brothers and Hilton. Set to launch in autumn 2026, the venue will include partnerships with chefs Clare Smyth and Daniel Boulud. Inception Group currently operates 10 locations across London.
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Hotel Port Dinorwic in North Wales for Sale at £4m, Offering Redevelopment Opportunities
🏨 Hotel Port Dinorwic in Felinheli, North Wales is for sale at £4 million. The coastal hotel includes a main building with reception, bar, lounge, conservatory, restaurant, swimming pool, eight en-suite rooms, and three apartments. Additional accommodations feature 17 apartments/studios, three cottages, and a Round Tower with two apartments. The hotel, owned by the same family for over 40 years, offers development opportunities, including new homes, subject to planning permissions. Christie and Co oversees the sale.
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Former Ramada Hotel in Loughborough Listed for Sale at Over £3 Million with Redevelopment Plans
🏠 The former Ramada hotel in Loughborough, featuring 85 bedrooms on a 0.8-acre site, is up for sale for over £3 million. Located centrally, it offers a courtyard, bar, restaurant, and parking for 58 vehicles. It has strong transport links to Nottingham, Leicester, and Birmingham. Plans exist to convert it into a 150-bedroom student apartment, pending planning approval. Matt Hill from Christie and Co is overseeing the sale, highlighting the location's appeal for hoteliers.
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Amante Capital Invests £3.7m in Energy Efficiency Upgrades for 29 UK Hotels to Cut Carbon Emissions
📈 Amante Capital initiated a £3.7m investment in 29 UK hotels managed by Kingfisher Hospitality Group to cut carbon emissions. Over £850,000 is dedicated to solar panels in locations like London Heathrow and Glasgow. The Glasgow Marriott aims to reduce grid demand by 11% annually, saving 36 tonnes of carbon emissions. Other upgrades include £250,000 for LED lighting in 20 hotels, £1.5m for smart thermostats in 15 sites, and water-saving systems in 23 properties, aligning with Marriott's sustainability goals.
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