Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 23

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UK Hotel Occupancy Rises to 63.5% in January, While London Rates Remain Flat at 66.7%

📈 UK hotels saw occupancy rise from 62.8% to 63.5% in January, with London steady at 66.7%. The UK’s average daily rate for rooms increased from £122.24 to £124.48, and London’s from £172.62 to £177.91. RevPAR nationally grew from £76.72 to £79.03. Gross operating profits held at 18.8% in the UK and 23.9% in London. Energy efficiency improved by a third since the pandemic, but rising utility costs and geopolitical tensions pose risks.

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Careys Manor Appoints Mandy Walker as Director of Sales and Promotes Frances Trowbridge-Moore to Spa Manager

📈 Mandy Walker joins Careys Manor in the New Forest as director of sales, bringing 18 years of experience from Rhinefield House and expertise in the MICE sector. Frances Trowbridge-Moore, with the company since May 2024, is promoted to spa manager at SenSpa, leading a team of 31, succeeding Lina Lotto, who retired in 2025. General Manager Steve Woodrow highlights their roles in enhancing guest experience and supporting growth.

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European Hotel Values Increased by Only 0.2% in 2025, with Copenhagen Leading at 5.9% Growth

🏨 European hotel values rose by 0.2% in 2025, the smallest increase since the pandemic, according to HVS. Copenhagen led with a 5.9% rise, while Athens saw a 5.5% increase due to strong demand and investment. Istanbul's values dropped 7.6% amid inflation. Amsterdam declined by 5.9% following tax hikes. London and Manchester fell 3.4% due to rising costs. Paris remains the most expensive market. Eastern Europe saw value growth, while the West showed mixed results.

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HotelREZ Appoints Hadley O'Dwyer as Vice President to Lead Customer Success and Digital Innovation Initiatives

📈 Hadley O'Dwyer joins HotelREZ as VP of customer success and engagement to manage digital innovation and international growth. Overseeing 2,500 hotels in 100+ countries, O'Dwyer, with 20 years' industry experience, aims to enhance customer retention and revenue, leveraging data-driven strategies. His appointment follows John Seaton's as chief growth officer in December 2025, focusing on global service improvements and operational efficiency.

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Ronan Group and Staycity Partner to Develop 288-Room Wilde Aparthotel at Dublin's North Docklands by 2026

🏢 Ronan Group and Staycity Group are partnering to develop a 288-room aparthotel at Waterfront South Central in Dublin's North Docklands under Staycity's Wilde brand. The eight-storey property will be part of a 4.6-acre mixed-use scheme. A planning application will be submitted soon, with a decision expected by Q2 2026. Staycity operates 6,500 apartments in 20 cities. The project supports business and leisure demand and is adjacent to Citi's development.

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Daish’s Holidays Promotes Maria Green to Head of Sales and Marketing, Carla Manners to Reservations Manager

💻 Maria Green and Carla Manners have been promoted at Daish’s Holidays' Bournemouth head office. Green, with the company for 10 years, now heads sales and marketing for 11 UK hotels. Manners, who joined in 2019, is the new reservations manager. Green aims to grow the business and welcome new guests. Daish’s Holidays, a family-owned coach holiday group, has operated for over 45 years in seaside locations.

Valamar's Flagship Pical Resort in Poreč to Open in March 2026, Marking Largest Investment to Date

🏨 Valamar Hotels and Resorts plans to open its flagship Pical Resort in Poreč, Croatia, in March 2026, marking its largest investment. Located in Parenzana Beachfront Park, the resort features a congress center to draw business travelers. The group is enhancing its dining offerings with Michelin-starred chefs and using 80% local ingredients across 11 restaurants. Renovations include 334 rooms at Sunny Poreč and upgrades at Lanterna, Krk, Valamar Meteor Hotel, and Places Dalmacija for the 2026 season.

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Dalata Hotel Group to Open 370-Room Maldron Hotel in Kensington by 2029, Expanding London Portfolio to Seven

🏨 Dalata Hotel Group will expand its London portfolio by leasing a new four-star Maldron hotel in Kensington, increasing its sites to seven. The 370-room hotel, adjacent to Olympia London, will open in 2029 pending planning approval. The all-electric building aims for BREEAM Excellent accreditation. Dalata plans to open additional hotels in Dublin, Berlin, and Edinburgh by December 31, 2026. The redeveloped Olympia area expects 12 million annual visitors, with strong transport links.

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The Francis Hotel in Bath Unveils £14M Renovation's Final Stage with New Spa Featuring Unique Thermal Suite

🏨 The Francis Hotel in Bath unveiled a new spa, completing a £14 million renovation of its Georgian property. Located on Queen Square, the spa features three treatment rooms, a relaxation area, and Bath's only private thermal experience suite. This includes a foam steam bath, shower circuit, and heated bench. Guests can enjoy holistic rituals, reflexology, and Reiki. The hotel, recently listed among the UK's top 50 places to stay, also refurbished 98 rooms and opened the Emberwood restaurant.

Africa's Hotel Development Reaches Record 123,846 Rooms; Egypt Leads with Over 45,000 Rooms in Pipeline

🏨 Africa's hotel development pipeline has reached 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels, marking an 18.6% growth. Egypt leads with 45,984 rooms in 185 properties, followed by Morocco with 10,606 rooms. Marriott International tops with 31,782 rooms, with Hilton and Accor trailing. North Africa leads in volume, but East Africa, especially Ethiopia and Kenya, shows strong construction momentum. Despite a forecast of 65,000 rooms by 2027, past trends indicate actual deliveries often fall short.

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