Cynera Rodricks

🏨 The Imperial Bloomsbury in London will reopen this summer after a significant renovation. The 357-room hotel, managed by Remus Obertelli, features a new 327.1m² rooftop bar and restaurant. The redesign incorporates mid-century design elements and preserved Victorian features. Rooms include unique amenities and rates start at £319 per night. The hotel will host cultural and wellness events, with reservations now open. Events and dining options include listening sessions, breath rituals, and an all-day dining space.

🏨 St Ermin’s Hotel reopens its redesigned outdoor terrace on 28 April 2026, in partnership with Louis Pommery English sparkling wine. Located in the courtyard, it coincides with the Chelsea Flower Show. The terrace offers a new sushi menu with English sparkling wines and cocktails featuring honey from the hotel’s bee terrace. The 331-room, Grade II-listed hotel, part of the Marriott Autograph Collection, will host a weekly wine hour with artisan cheese and charcuterie tastings.

🏢 Property developer submits revised plans for a 122-bedroom project aimed at revitalizing a historic city center location.

🏨 Down Hall Hotel in Essex launched The Charles Garden outdoor venue to boost event capacity. Designed by Hicks and Hart, the half-acre site hosts up to 180 guests. Located 15 minutes from Stansted Airport, venue packages start at £195 per person. Enhancements follow a £1m renovation completed in June 2025, part of a £2.8m investment since March 2022. The hotel reports a 75% rise in conference inquiries from 2022 to 2024, indicating a shift towards experiential events.