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Irish Hotels Federation names first Quality Employer Award winners

🏨 Cork International Hotel and Metropole Hotel won the top prize at the Irish Hotels Federation's inaugural Quality Employer Awards on 13 January in Athlone. They received the Exceptional People Management Award for excellence in human resources. The event, held at Radisson Blu Hotel, recognized over 70 hotels. The Irish hotel sector supports 67,000 direct jobs, contributing to 270,000 roles in the wider tourism industry. The awards highlighted significant achievements in employee welfare and engagement.

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Bob W signs lease for 143-room aparthotel in Copenhagen’s Ørestad

🏨 Bob W has secured a long-term lease with Urban Partners to open a 143-room aparthotel in Copenhagen's Ørestad district. 📍 The six-storey development will also feature 210 residential apartments, spanning 13,100 sq m, near the Bella Center. 🎯 Construction starts spring and finishes by summer 2028. 🏗️ With shared amenities like meeting rooms and a roof terrace, the project caters to the growing demand for flexible living. 🚆 Ørestad's location offers easy access to the metro, airport, and city center.

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Ennismore outlines 2026 pipeline as portfolio hits 200th hotel

🏨 Ennismore plans to open 35+ hotels and 20+ food venues in 2026, surpassing 200 hotels globally. Key openings include Delano London in late 2026 near Kensington Gardens with 67 rooms, Mama Shelter in Lake Como with 150 rooms, and Morgans Originals in Greece. In the Americas, Delano Miami Beach reopens, and Hyde debuts in Mexico City. Asia-Pacific sees Hyde in Bali, and Rixos Phu Quoc in Vietnam. Middle East expansions include projects in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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B&B Hotels completes refurbishment of seven UK properties

🏨 B&B Hotels completed refurbishments of seven UK hotels, including Birmingham and Cambridge, over 18 months. The investment program, finished with a showcase in Birmingham, updated guest rooms and communal spaces for simpler, modern designs. Sustainability was prioritized, with certifications from SOCOTEC. CEO Patrick O’Connell praised the team for providing affordable, environmentally mindful hospitality. Founded in 1990, B&B Hotels, owned by Goldman Sachs since 2019, operates over 900 hotels globally, and plans further UK expansion.

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UKH warns of over 2,000 closures without business rates relief

🏠 More than 2,000 UK hospitality venues could close in 2026, driven by a business rates hike in April, says UKHospitality. Forecasted closures include 963 restaurants, 574 hotels, and 540 pubs. Business rates for hotels may rise by £28,900 next year, totaling a 115% increase over three years. Pubs might see a 15% rise, adding £1,400, and a 76% increase over three years. UKH urges the government to increase the rates discount from 5p to 20p.

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Criterion Capital acquires St Giles London Hotel in West End deal

🏨 Criterion Capital has acquired the 732-room St Giles London Hotel, located at the junction of Oxford Street and Tottenham Court Road. This strategic purchase reunifies the site after over 30 years. St Giles was acquired from the YMCA, who ceased operations there in 2025. Criterion's portfolio now exceeds 3,700 rooms in the West End, with a planned expansion to over 9,000 rooms by 2029, focusing on redevelopment and reuse. Criterion was founded by property investor Asif Aziz.

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Elegant Hotel Collection to open The Shepherd Mayfair in 2026

🏨 Elegant Hotel Collection will open The Shepherd Mayfair in 2026 in London, featuring 82 rooms over 33,600 sq ft. Architect Timothy Shepherd leads the project, inspired by Mayfair's historic mansions. The hotel will offer three dining venues: Fayre, a 75-cover brasserie; The Lounge, a 58-cover café/bar; and Teddy's, a 72-cover cocktail bar. Interiors will have a timeless design with customized features and lighting by New York's Apparatus.

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How all-inclusive holidays are becoming premium and personalised

🏖️ Redefining all-inclusive hospitality: In 2026, guest expectations have evolved, prioritizing personalization over standardization. Post-pandemic travelers seek quality over quantity, with premium resorts focusing on meaningful experiences. The shift to experience-led hospitality emphasizes authentic cultural engagements. ⏰ December 2025 reports include Daish's Holidays' £1m investment across 10 hotels and Harrison Leisure's acquisition of Ardlui Resort. 📍 Technology enhances personalization, while maintaining human interaction, offering owners a resilient and emotionally rewarding model.

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Bovey Castle to host chef competition in February

🍽 Five-star Bovey Castle in Dartmoor will host the "Battle of Eden 2026: A Night at the Movies" competition on 28 February 2026. Five head chefs from the Eden Hotel Collection will compete, including Stu Deeley, a MasterChef winner. Guests will judge film-inspired dishes. The chefs have over 80 years of combined fine dining experience. The event is part of a two-night stay with themed activities, golf, and spa access starting 27 February. Mark Chambers praised the chefs' elite backgrounds.

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Northumberland pub with rooms brought to market for £425k

🍺 The Sun Inn in Acomb, Northumberland, is for sale at £425k. The pub, located two miles north of Hexham, offers a bar seating 34, a breakfast area for 12, a beer garden, and six letting rooms. Also included is a two-bedroom apartment. Situated near Hadrian’s Wall and Hexham Abbey, it attracts both locals and tourists. Marslie McGregor of Christie and Co anticipates strong interest due to its charming appeal and varied income streams.

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