Ardlui Resort on Loch Lomond brought to market for £8m
Ardlui Retreat, a three-acre luxury estate on the banks of Loch Lomond’s northern shore, has been placed on the market for offers in excess of £8m. The property includes a…
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Chedi Hospitality launches first branded residences in Saudi Arabia
🏠 Chedi Hospitality has launched 20 luxury villas in Wadi Safar, Saudi Arabia, as part of Diriyah Company's masterplan. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group, each villa offers 4-5 bedrooms and views of a Greg Norman-designed golf course. Owners gain access to exclusive amenities, including a residents' club and wellness facilities. An 85-room Chedi hotel is also planned. The project aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The location is 25 minutes from Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.
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OYO parent company officially rebrands as Prism
🏨 Oravel Stays, parent of OYO and Sunday Hotels, rebrands to Prism to enhance global presence and premium focus. Founded in 2012 by Ritesh Agarwal, OYO serves over 100 million customers in 35+ countries. Prism's portfolio includes OYO, Motel 6, Townhouse, and more. In the UK, Sunday Hotels plans to double its four- and five-star hotels from 20 to 50 by 2026 with a £50m investment. OYO operates 200+ hotels in 65 UK cities.
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Capella Hotel Group makes four senior appointments across Asia
🏨 Capella Hotel Group has appointed four new general managers in Asia to enhance leadership amid evolving luxury travel demand. Paul Jackson will oversee Capella Singapore, a 113-room resort on Sentosa Island. Christian Jaquier takes charge of Capella Ubud in Bali. Andy Lio is appointed to Capella at Galaxy Macau, celebrated for achieving a Forbes five-star rating in 2024. Roman Angulo will lead the 145-room Patina Tianjin, opening in the first half of 2026.
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Capilon Hotels officially opens the Edwin Hotel in Earl’s Court
🏨 Capilon Hotels opened the Edwin Hotel, a 60-room townhouse in Earl’s Court, London, near Earl’s Court Station. The property features modern and traditional design elements, including walk-in showers, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and coffee machines. Open-plan ground floor offers breakfast and co-working spaces. Capilon, founded in 2004, targets business and leisure travelers with boutique properties in central London.
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Event Hotels acquires 17-property Keystone portfolio in Germany
🏨 Event Hotels acquires the Keystone Portfolio of 17 hotels in Germany, marking a major investment in its 30-year history. The hotels, operating under Ibis and Mercure brands, include 2,021 rooms across cities like Bremen, Frankfurt, and Munich. The largest, Mercure Koblenz City, has 168 rooms. Legal support was provided by McDermott Will and Schulte. The acquisition focuses on guest experience and technical upgrades, promising risk diversification and steady cash flows. Event Hotels operates over 80 properties in Europe.
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Imperial London Hotels names new GM for Bloomsbury refurb
🏨 Remus Obertelli appointed as general manager of the Imperial Hotel, Bloomsbury, ahead of its 2026 reopening. Located on Russell Square, it will feature 357 rooms with mid-century modern interiors and a rooftop bar. The hotel, part of Imperial London Hotels' repositioning strategy, aims to enhance the guest experience. The group, operating since 1837, manages eight properties in Bloomsbury. Obertelli will oversee final preparations and lead the updated operational strategy.
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WSHA appoints new senior leader in the United Arab Emirates
📑 The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) appointed Radhika Arapally as senior strategic representative for the UAE. This expands WSHA's Middle East presence, promoting 'Net Positive Hospitality.' Arapally, founder of Sustainability Kiosk since 2022, has over 20 years of experience in hospitality and sustainability. She curated 70+ solutions for hotels, founded the Responsible Hoteliers Summit in the UAE, and worked with groups like Minor Hotels and Millennium Hotels. WSHA represents over 66,000 hotels and 8 million rooms globally.
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Cairn Hotel Group rolls out new unified menu across 15 sites
🍽 Cairn Hotel Group has launched a new menu strategy in 2025 across 15 hotels, focusing on quality and a diverse dining experience. The initiative builds on previous improvements, emphasizing seasonal ingredients and varied flavors. British classics like fish and chips will be offered alongside Mediterranean dishes such as Tuscan ribollita soup. Guest feedback and trends influenced the changes, with support from a newly strengthened commercial leadership team. Managing Director Sean Brookes highlights commitment to an exceptional dining experience.
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De Vere raises £100k for charity partners at first gala dinner
💸 De Vere raised over £100k for charity partners at its inaugural gala dinner in July at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London, attended by around 400 guests. Funds went to the British Heart Foundation, Hospitality Action, and the Willow Foundation through ticket sales and an auction. The top auction item, a sculpture by Ed Elliott, sold for £6k. Laurie Nicol and Alan Corlett, De Vere's co-chief executives, expressed pride in the event's success.
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