Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

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Lake District guest house brought to market for £2.75m

🏠 Woodlands Guest House and Glenburn Hotel, located in the Lake District, are for sale at £2.75 million. The properties, combined into a 30-bedroom guest house four years ago, include two self-contained cottages. They're a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and five minutes from the railway station. Managed by Christie and Co, the sale represents a rare opportunity due to the property's size, attracting both domestic and international guests year-round.

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Sehgal family acquires Crowne Plaza London Ealing

📍 The Sehgal family acquired Crowne Plaza London Ealing, a 139-room hotel, through their investment vehicle, Rivalminster. Situated at Hanger Lane Gyratory, it offers a restaurant, bar, gym, and conference facilities. Saachi Sehgal led the purchase from Westmont Hospitality. Rivalminster plans to modernize the property while maintaining its IHG franchise. This acquisition strengthens their London portfolio, which includes The Leonard Hotel, owned for 22 years.

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Watkin Jones agrees partnership for 294-unit Wimbledon hotel

🏨 Watkin Jones partners with Latium Enterprises to develop a 294-unit hotel in Wimbledon, announced on December 23, 2025. Located on Worple Road, the 11-storey hotel will include amenities such as a lounge, gym, co-working space, and café. The project aims for BREEAM Excellent certification and is set to complete by summer 2028. This is their second collaboration, following a 2025 project on New Kent Road, London.

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Over a third of Britons plan UK holiday in 2026, Travelodge finds

🗺️ More than a third of Britons plan to holiday in the UK in 2026, citing cost and convenience. Travelodge's survey of 2,000 British adults reveals that 35% expect domestic holidays, with 52% combining UK and abroad trips. Coastal destinations top the list at 35%, with August being the favorite month. Social media influences younger travelers, with 42% of 18-24-year-olds using TikTok for ideas. Cost-effectiveness and location are key factors, with most traveling by car to destinations like Cornwall and the Lake District.

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CityHub and the business case for adaptive reuse hotels

🏨 CityHub's innovative model transforms underused urban buildings into high-density hotels, avoiding demolition and reducing environmental impact. Prefabricated modular "Hubs" double room capacity, cutting typical hotel timelines to 6-12 months. Revenue per square metre is 130% above midscale averages. CityHub's sustainable approach cuts emissions per guest by up to 89% below European hotel norms. The latest site is CityHub Hamburg, housed in a historic building, aiming for sustainable, community-focused expansion in Europe.

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The Udny Arms Hotel in Aberdeenshire enters administration

🏨 The Udny Arms Hotel, in Newburgh, Aberdeenshire, entered administration on 18 December 2025. Kevin Mapstone from Begbies Traynor was appointed by Aberdeen Sheriff Court following the Kinloch family's decision. The historic hotel, dating back to 1865, employs 40 staff and features 12 bedrooms, a two AA Rosette restaurant, and a 60-cover coffee shop. It was refurbished in 2023 and continues operating normally while seeking a new owner.

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UKH welcomes rise in inheritance tax relief threshold

🏨 UKHospitality welcomes the UK government's decision to raise the Business Property Relief threshold from £1M to £2.5M, effective April 2026. 47% of hospitality businesses, especially in rural and coastal areas, have been affected. Oak Taverns halted growth and plans to sell pubs, while The Empire Hotel may close due to tax bills. Despite the positive change, UKH urges further government collaboration on tax solutions.

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Courtyard by Marriott Sheffield opens under RBH Hospitality

🏨 Courtyard by Marriott opened a 150-bedroom hotel in Sheffield at the Advanced Manufacturing Park, owned by Stapleford Ventures and operated by RBH Hospitality Management. It’s RBH’s first Sheffield property, featuring a restaurant, bar, meeting spaces, and a fitness center. David Hart, RBH CEO, emphasized strengthening ties with Marriott. Notable facilities are managed by Filipe Chaby-Rodrigues. Recent Marriott news includes property sales and openings in London and Cape Town, with dates in December 2025.

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Pitlochry hotel to provide 100 Christmas meals for foodbank

🎄 McKays Hotel in Pitlochry will provide 100 free Christmas meals for the local foodbank after the closure of its former venue. Meals will be served at a venue behind Pitlochry Baptist Church or delivered to homes. The hotel will donate £600 worth of food in January and plans further support. Demand for foodbanks in Scotland has doubled over 10 years due to living costs. Around 70 people have booked for the lunch so far.

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Buzzworks officially acquires first hotel amid expansion plan

🏨 Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks will acquire the Nether Abbey Hotel in North Berwick in mid-January, marking its first venture into accommodation. The hotel, a family-run establishment for over 60 years, will undergo a seven-figure refurbishment, transforming it into a venue with 12 rooms, a pub, and a restaurant. Construction is set for spring 2026, with reopening in late 2026. The redevelopment will create 25-45 jobs, retaining current staff during refurbishment. Buzzworks aims to expand its presence in East Lothian.

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