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Lake Windermere hotel development brought to market for £2.5m

🏨 Pearsall House, a vacant laboratory built in 1973 on Lake Windermere's west shore, is for sale for £2.5m as a hotel development. The current owner, an experienced retiree, secured planning permission to convert it into a boutique hotel. Initial construction has started, marking the first new hotel project on Lake Windermere in the 21st century. Located in the Lake District National Park, this project is anticipated to attract significant interest due to high tourism demand.

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IHG Hotels to open Voco Lucknow in 2029

🏨 IHG Hotels and Resorts plans to open Voco Lucknow, a 135-key hotel in Ashiyana near Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, by late 2029. The hotel will be the third IHG property in Lucknow, India. Currently, IHG operates 51 hotels across six brands in India and aims to increase its presence to 400 hotels by 2031. The Voco brand offers a blend of individual hotel charm and global quality, targeting Lucknow's growing market.

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PoB Hotels appoints Kathryn Drysdale as seasonal ambassador

📚 Pride of Britain Hotels announced Bridgerton actress Kathryn Drysdale as their seasonal ambassador for the 2026 'Now and Then' campaign, focusing on heritage properties. Meet the Makers events at member hotels will feature British brands like Gusbourne winery. Featured properties include The Royal Crescent Hotel (Bath), The Painswick (Gloucestershire), Grantley Hall (Yorkshire), The Athenaeum (London), and Middlethorpe Hall (York). The campaign coincides with the release of The Handle, a 2026 coffee table book. PoB Hotels, established in 1982, represents Grade I and II-listed landmarks across the UK.

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Líbere Hospitality Group opens first aparthotel in Rome

📍 Líbere Hospitality Group has launched its first Rome aparthotel in San Lorenzo, offering 18 one- and two-bedroom units for short- and medium-term stays. Located at Via degli Ausoni 33, near Roma Termini station, it provides easy access to Fiumicino Airport and the city center. Líbere manages over 1,000 units globally, with a portfolio exceeding 2,300 across Europe. This expansion follows a previous opening in Milan's Dergano area, emphasizing urban connectivity and high-quality services.

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JMK Group officially opens Kensington Hideaway

🏨 Kensington Hideaway, part of the JMK Group, officially opened on 2 February 2026. The London-based boutique hotel offers 59 themed rooms celebrating local writers like Agatha Christie. Designed by studio Tonik, it features local neighborhood references throughout. Located near Kensington Palace, it has a 35-seat all-day restaurant. Head chef Sahil's seasonal menu focuses on small plates, complemented by cocktails from Auden Hospitality. General manager Rohit Bisht is excited about this new chapter.

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Dalata opens shared service centre in Cork

🏠 Dalata Hotel Group opened a renovated shared service center in Parnell Place, Cork. Originally established in 2017 with one employee, it now employs 20 staff, with room to expand to over 45. The center supports finance and administration for 56 hotels across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. This move aims to enhance efficiency and innovation. Dermot Crowley, CEO, highlighted this milestone in their growth journey, emphasizing the team's expertise and contribution.

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A&O appoints general manager of its first London hostel

📍 A&O Hostels appointed Carolin Paarmann as general manager for its first London site, A&O London Docklands Riverside, in Southwark. The hostel, situated in a 17th-century building, opened in late November, offering 500 rooms and 2,100 beds. A modernization investment of £17.3m (€20m) is planned for 2026. Paarmann, based in London since 2015, anticipates a 65% occupancy rate in early 2026 with 180,000 overnight stays expected. The site features a riverside bar and electric ferry service.

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Radisson opens resort and residences in Tenerife

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group opened the Radisson Resort and Residences Tenerife in Puerto de la Cruz, on Tenerife's northern coast. The property, near the historic town center, offers 241 rooms and residences with views of Mount Teide. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a wellness center, seven event spaces, Tremor Restaurant, and the Magma Pool Bar. Key attractions nearby are Lago Martiánez and the La Orotava Botanical Garden. This expansion emphasizes Radisson's focus on premium resort destinations.

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Hyatt Regency London Olympia appoints team ahead of 2026 opening

🏨 Hyatt Regency London Olympia, opening this spring, appoints a five-member leadership team led by Georges Moura, with 20 years at Hyatt. Located in London's Olympia regeneration district, the hotel features 204 rooms. Key appointments include Yanal Tarazi for sales, Roberto Alcaide for HR, Edyta Osiej for finance, and Mesrihel Dell’ovo for engineering. The team, boasting extensive hospitality experience, aims to position the hotel as a premier destination in West London.

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Onyx Hospitality Group to manage Shama Hub Ladprao in Thailand

🏠 Onyx Hospitality Group signed a management agreement for Shama Hub Ladprao, launching the brand's first presence in Thailand. Announced on January 22, 2026, the project follows five years of collaboration with property owner Somchai Ngamdamrongkiat. Located in Bangkok's Ladprao district, the residence caters to long-stay business travelers. Shama Hub Ladprao is part of a portfolio spanning 23 properties, enhancing its offerings across Thailand, Malaysia, and Greater China.

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