Cynera Rodricks - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

1 min

IHG appoints Nicholas Cadbury as non-executive director

📈 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) appoints Nicholas Cadbury as a non-executive director starting 1 March 2026. He will join the audit and responsible business committees. Cadbury is the current chief financial and sustainability officer at International Consolidated Airlines Group and was group finance director at Whitbread (2012-2022). He also served as a non-executive director at Land Securities Group (2017-2023), chairing the audit committee. IHG states this enhances the board’s financial and sector expertise.

1 min

Moddershall Oaks marks 25 years with £4m investment plans

🏨 Moddershall Oaks, celebrating its 25th anniversary, plans a £4 million investment in 2026 for expansion in Staffordshire. The spa and wellness retreat, located on a 72-acre site, has grown from a family-owned business to welcoming over 100,000 guests annually and employing over 140 people. In the past five years, £3 million has been invested in facilities. New Woodland Pods will be introduced, part of long-term plans for further retreat spaces and facility enhancements.

2 min

Premier Inn opens new hotel in Hastings town centre

🏨 Premier Inn opened an 84-bedroom hotel in Hastings on December 12, 2025, located on Cornwallis Street. Officially opened by MP Helena Dollimore, the development replaced a former car park, spanning 3,000 square meters and constructed in 15 months. This project created 25 jobs. Whitbread contributed £9,000 to local charities, and the hotel team engaged in community activities. Premier Inn plans further expansions in Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, and Rye.

2 min

Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley marks 20 years with bar and restaurant revamp

🏨 Dublin's Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley marked its 20th anniversary with a refurbishment of its Globe Restaurant and Bar, featuring new teal, blue interiors, wood finishes, and lighting. The celebration honored eight long-term employees and included a brunch for local partners. Clayton Hotels operates 26 four-star hotels across Ireland, the UK, Amsterdam, and Germany. General Manager Adrian Foy emphasized the hotel's commitment to contemporary design and Irish hospitality as they look forward to the next 20 years.

2 min

Windermere Hotel to undergo multi-million-pound restoration

📰 Windermere Hotel in the Lake District, built in 1847, is set for a multi-million-pound renovation by new owners, BH Group. Closed after autumn half-term 2025 for refurbishment by Marshall’s Building Contractors, the hotel plans to reopen in summer 2026. The upgrade will include new reception, bar, lounge, restaurant, and 75 refitted rooms, plus a new spa. This project will create up to 130 jobs and preserve the Lakeland slate exterior. BH Group previously refurbished the Swan Hotel for £7.5m.

2 min

Hotel Indigo opens new site in Torquay

🏨 Hotel Indigo opened a 153-room hotel in Torquay, managed by IHG and owned by Singapore-based Fragrance Group. Located near Torquay Museum and Torre Abbey Sands, it reflects local maritime heritage. Amenities include a ground-floor restaurant, Root and Reef Bistro, a wellness suite, and a fitness center. A rooftop bar, The Cast, will open in spring 2026. This opening supports Torquay's regeneration efforts. Koh Wee Meng, Fragrance Group CEO, and James Farley, the hotel's GM, expressed excitement about the project.

2 min

The Grand, York joins Accessible Hospitality Alliance

🏨 The Grand, York, joined the Accessible Hospitality Alliance in 2025, enhancing accessibility. Operating since 2010 in a Grade II listed building, it is York’s sole five-star property. Under GM Adam Dyke, it offers neurodiversity, deaf awareness training, and mental health support. Employing 265 staff from 27 nationalities, it boasts a 13.28% turnover rate, with 73% staying over a year. As York's exclusive Disability Confident Leader since 2022, it plans an accessible spa in 2026.

2 min

Hand Picked Hotels receives two AA wine list awards

🍷 Hand Picked Hotels received AA Notable Wine List Awards for Rookery Hall Hotel and Spa in Cheshire and Rhinefield House Hotel in New Forest in 2025. They operate 21 properties across the UK and Channel Islands. Rookery Hall’s restaurant holds three AA Rosettes. Over the past year, 180 new wines were added, emphasizing sustainable producers. An internal wine school was launched for staff training. The collection includes selections from Villa Saletta, owned by Julia and Guy Hands.

1 min

Aethos appoints new group director of people and culture

📖 Aethos appoints Katherine Godsmark as group director of people and culture with over 15 years of experience in hospitality and operations. She previously led global people strategy at the Gap Partnership. Her role comes as Aethos expands internationally, including a new site in Shoreditch, London. CEO Lily Wecker supports Godsmark’s strategic vision, emphasizing global growth and team development. The company is strengthening its leadership for further expansion.

2 min

UKH warns proposed holiday tax could raise domestic travel costs

🏨 UKHospitality warns a proposed 5% holiday tax in England could cost domestic travelers up to £518m, affecting over 89 million annual trips. This would raise the VAT on holiday accommodations to 27%, doubling rates compared to Paris and significantly more than Barcelona or Rome. The potential tax, aimed to address cost of living issues, is opposed by UKHospitality chair Kate Nicholls, who argues it will increase consumer costs and inflation. The government has paused for consultation.

Input your search keywords and press Enter.