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Minor Hotels to Open The Wolseley Hotel in New York City in 2027, Featuring 76 Rooms and Suites

📍 Minor Hotels will open The Wolseley Hotel New York in early 2027, near Bryant Park, Midtown Manhattan. Located at 130 West 44th Street, the site was originally a 1905 clubhouse for The Lambs Club. The hotel will feature 76 rooms and suites with refined interiors. The Wolseley restaurant, a London staple, debuts in the U.S. here, emulating European grand cafés. Minor Hotels plans further expansion in Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East.

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Choice Hotels International Appoints Jeff Lobb as Senior VP and General Counsel Effective March 26

📑 Jeff Lobb will become senior VP and general counsel of Choice Hotels International on March 26. He succeeds Simone Wu, who will retire this spring after over 14 years. Lobb has 20 years of experience at Choice Hotels, most recently as deputy general counsel. He will oversee global legal and public policy. Lobb and Wu will collaborate closely for a smooth transition. Lobb is known for his legal expertise and strategic initiative guidance.

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Capella Hotel Group Appoints Roland Fasel as President to Double Portfolio by 2030 in New Markets

🏨 Roland Fasel will become Capella Hotel Group's president on April 6, leading their expansion to double by 2030. He will focus on Middle East and Europe markets and enhancing guest experiences. Fasel's 30+ year career includes roles at Maybourne Hotel Group and Aman Resorts. Notably, he managed an $80m repositioning at Badrutt’s Palace. Capella operates 12 hotels, with six Forbes Five-Star properties. Fasel is expected to drive strategic and operational growth.

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Corner Stone MCR Property Group Acquires Alma Lodge Hotel in Stockport to Expand UK Investment Portfolio

📍 Alma Lodge Hotel in Stockport, Greater Manchester, sold to Corner Stone MCR Property Group. The hotel, located on Buxton Road, features 52 bedrooms, a restaurant, and event facilities for up to 250 guests. The acquisition aligns with Corner Stone's expansion in the UK property market. Founder, Choudry Abdul Karim, and director, Faisal Karim, plan to enhance the guest experience while preserving the venue's traditional character. The sale was managed confidentially by Tom O’Malley of Christie and Co.

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Guest Experience as a Key Performance Indicator Could Enhance Profitability by Boosting Repeat Visits and Reducing Costs

📈 David Taylor, CEO of Kew Green Hotels, emphasizes the significance of guest experience as a commercial driver in hospitality. He suggests tracking repeat visits as a key performance indicator, alongside satisfaction scores. Improving guest scores from 7 to 8 out of 10 could increase repeat visits from 30% to 35%, reducing customer acquisition costs and enhancing margins. Strong guest relationships lead to increased ancillary spend, fostering loyalty and profitability. Taylor advocates empowering teams to build authentic guest relationships.

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Staverton Park Hotel, l'un des plus grands complexes hôteliers de golf du Royaume-Uni, vendu pour un développement stratégique

🏨 A UK-based family business has acquired the Staverton Park Hotel and Golf Club in Northamptonshire, spanning 150 acres. The property features 247 rooms, an 18-hole golf course, and a leisure center with a 15-meter pool. It was brought to market in September 2024. Managed by Christie and Co, the sale marks the largest full-service golf resort transaction this year. The new owners aim to boost operations through investment, enhancing its appeal to corporate and leisure guests.

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Six Senses Opens First UK Hotel with 109 Rooms, Wellness Facility, and Private Members Club in London

🏨 Six Senses made its UK debut in London at the former Whiteley’s department store. The hotel occupies a quarter of the building, featuring 109 rooms and suites, 14 branded residences, and offers modern British dining. It includes a 2,300 m² wellness facility with London’s first magnesium pool and cryotherapy spaces. The space is designed to attract pollinators with green roofs. The hotel joins Six Senses hotels in Rome and Kyoto, offering urban sanctuaries.

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LyvInn Hotels Plans 14 New Openings Across UK and Europe by 2029 Following

🏨 LyvInn hotels plans 14 new openings across the UK and Europe by 2029, following the success of its 164-room flagship in Frankfurt. The hotel, launched in May 2023, achieved a revenue generation index of 135 in 2025, 35% above competitors. Expansion targets include London, Dublin, Berlin, and Paris with mixed-use developments and conversions. CEO Navneet Bali highlights the brand's hybrid model catering to flexible work and mobile lifestyles, signaling a strong growth trajectory in the hospitality sector.

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Cardiff Travelodge and Toby Carvery brought to market for over £6.25m

🏨 Travelodge and Toby Carvery site in Whitchurch, Cardiff, is on the market for over £6.25m. The 1.8-acre property, located on Ty’n-y-Parc Road, features a 52-room hotel, a 200-capacity restaurant, staff accommodation, and a car park. Christie and Co, managing the sale, highlight its investment potential with stable rental income and future development opportunities, subject to planning permission. Ideal for institutional funds and high net worth buyers.

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Rockingham Partners to support Bournemouth’s Green House hotel

🏨 Rockingham Partners and the Green House hotel in Bournemouth are collaborating to enhance the hotel's revenue strategy and performance, reinforcing its eco-friendly brand. The hotel, known for its commitment to sustainability, houses the award-winning Arbor Restaurant, recognized for its seasonal, sustainable menus. This partnership aims to align performance across the business, marking a significant step forward for both parties motivated by purpose and personality.

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