Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 20

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Staycity Group Signs 20-Year Lease for New 222-Apartment Wilde Aparthotel in Berlin's Friedrichshain District

🏨 Dublin-based Staycity Group signed a 20-year lease for a new Wilde aparthotel at Brooks on East in Berlin, opening in 2027. The Friedrichshain district site will feature 222 apartments in two towers, near Ostbahnhof station and East Side Gallery. The project resumed in September 2024 after previous insolvency. Arrow Global and Red Square led negotiations. Staycity's strategic expansion targets high-footfall European urban locations appealing to business and leisure travelers.

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Starhotels Collezione Appoints Alexandro Della Croce as Chief Commercial Officer to Lead 34 Properties Globally

🏨 Alexandro Della Croce has been appointed as chief commercial officer for Starhotels Collezione. Since joining in 2019, he managed pricing and commercial performance across its luxury portfolio. With 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Starwood Hotels and IHG, Della Croce will lead a team for 34 properties, integrating revenue management, distribution, and events. He will also oversee sales divisions led by Diego Rumazza and Davide Ballardini for the Florence-based group.

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UK Hospitality Workers Report 12% Rise in Pay Satisfaction, Yet Retention Drops 10% in 2026 Survey

📈 In 2026, 63% of UK hospitality workers feel fairly paid, up 12% from last year. Yet, retention dropped to 52% from 62% in 2024. Despite 93% recommending a hospitality career, 81% experience imposter syndrome, up from 38%. Only 54% are happy in their roles, down from 69% in 2024. Satisfaction with work-life balance decreased to 53%. 78% are now paid for overtime, up from 41% in 2025. Employers must focus on career growth to retain staff.

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Minor Hotels to Launch First Anantara Resorts in India with Openings in Coorg by 2028 and Kolkata by 2032

🏨 Minor Hotels plans its first Anantara hotels in India: the 69-key Anantara Zanti Coorg Resort, opening in 2028, and the 170-key Anantara Kolkata Hotel, opening in 2032. Coorg resort, designed by Channa Daswatte, will feature four dining venues, a spa, and a kids' club. The Kolkata hotel will include two restaurants and wellness facilities. The hospitality group aims to expand to 50 properties in India within 10 years, focusing on luxury and premium brands.

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Bellonias Villas on Santorini Completes Full Renovation of 26 Suites, Reopening in April 2026

🏨 Santorini's Bellonias Villas, located on Kamari beach, reopens in April 2026 after a complete renovation. The hotel, featuring 26 one-bedroom suites, blends traditional Cycladic architecture with modern minimalism. Renovations include pressed cement walls, stone-tiled floors, and updated amenities like ceiling fans, smart TVs, and Bluetooth speakers. Exterior designs were done by Athens-based K Studio. The hotel offers facilities like Elia Restaurant, a pool-side bar, a private beach, and a wellness area with a whirlpool tub, steam room, and sauna.

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Independent Hoteliers Face £1.4bn Cost Increase Due to Minimum Wage Rise, Warns BWH CEO Tim Rumney

🏨 BWH CEO Tim Rumney warns that independent hoteliers face a £1.4bn cost increase due to minimum wage hikes. A typical 60-room hotel might see annual costs rise by £30k-£40k. 64% of hospitality businesses plan job cuts, with 42% reducing trading hours. One in seven fear closure. Rumney urges the government to reduce VAT to sustain jobs. Rising costs threaten employment and could lead to higher consumer prices and lower tax revenues.

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AI Front Desk Platforms Boost Hotel Revenue by 30% as They Tackle Staffing Shortages and Enhance Booking Efficiency

🛌 Hotels are losing up to 30% of revenue due to 65% front desk staffing shortages, causing missed calls. AI front desk platforms resolve this by handling all inquiries 24/7, increasing booking conversion rates by 30%. These systems, integrated with PMS and CRS, handle tasks in multiple languages and offer real-time insights, reducing labor costs by 30-50% during off-peak hours. AI enhances guest focus and loyalty, automating repetitive tasks and enabling personalized services.

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Radisson Hotel Group Opens 281-Room Hotel at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hoofddorp in Beukenhorst Business Park

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group has opened a 281-room property, Radisson Hotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hoofddorp, in Beukenhorst Business Park. Located 7 km from Schiphol Airport and 1 km from the train station, it features a restaurant, bar, shop, fitness center, and six meeting rooms covering 300 square meters with flexible walls. The hotel offers airport shuttle and A4 motorway access. General Manager Herman Klok emphasizes its importance as a milestone for the destination.

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Northbank Hotel in Isle of Wight Listed for Sale at £4.2 Million After 64 Years of Family Ownership

🏨 In Seaview, Isle of Wight, the Northbank Hotel is for sale at £4.2m. Built in the 19th century, this 16-room hotel served various roles, including a WWII WRNS base. Owned by the Shaw-Yates family since 1959, it offers direct beach access. Operating seasonally from May to October, there's potential for extended business. Nick Earee of Fleurets emphasizes its unique history and prime location, highlighting it as a rare acquisition opportunity.

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Radisson Hotel Group Achieves Milestone of 100 Hotels in Africa, Expands into Congo and Zimbabwe

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group has reached 100 hotels in Africa, following rapid growth with over 15 new hotels and 2,500 rooms added in the past year. Key expansions include the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and Egypt. In Nigeria, 13 hotels are planned or operational, while South Africa targets cities like Cape Town. Major projects include a 110-room hotel in Kinshasa by 2026, a 147-key project in Harare by 2028, and 469 rooms in Egypt by 2029.

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