Justine Noble - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 3

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Foxhills Club and Resort to Launch £1.5m Manor House Dining Experience with Lomri Restaurant on April 2

🍴 Foxhills Club and Resort in Surrey will launch its £1.5 million Manor House dining experience on April 2, featuring the Lomri restaurant and Manor Lounge and Bar. Chef Achal Aggarwal, appointed February last year, will lead Lomri, a space for 80 diners. Over 300 hospitality professionals will support the opening. The venue merges historical and modern design elements, continuing a multi-million-pound improvement program at the resort.

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BWH Hotels GB Launches Design Excellence Programme to Enhance Guest Experience at Over 230 Independent Properties

🏨 BWH Hotels GB has introduced the Design Excellence Programme in March 2026, targeting 230+ independent properties to improve guest experiences. This initiative offers strategic advice on enhancing hotel areas like front-of-house, guest rooms, and exteriors. Each property receives a personalized design report based on guest feedback, online reviews, and expert consultation. The program aims to elevate guest satisfaction with minimal investment, crucial for hoteliers facing rising costs and heightened guest expectations.

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Hand Picked Hotels Appoints Carl Lynch and Daniel Courtney as General Managers for Rhinefield House and Buxted Park Hotels

🏨 Hand Picked Hotels appoints Carl Lynch and Daniel Courtney as general managers for Rhinefield House and Buxted Park, respectively, in March 2026. Lynch, with over 15 years in hospitality, will lead operations in New Forest's Tudor-Gothic hotel, while Courtney, experienced in country house hospitality, takes charge of East Sussex's Grade II-listed mansion on 312 acres. Both aim to enhance long-term growth and operational excellence.

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Zedwell to Open Flagship Hotel in Historic London Building, Expanding UK Presence with Over 9,000 Rooms by 2028

🏨 Zedwell plans to open a flagship hotel at 1 Princes Street, City of London, in a Grade-II listed building from 1929. The hotel will feature self-check-ins, digital key access, and AI-powered assistance. The ground and first floors will be transformed into cultural spaces in collaboration with local groups. This follows recent expansions into Oxford, York, and Spitalfields, with Zedwell aiming for 9,000 rooms by 2028. Halima Aziz notes the project fills a market gap with accessible pricing.

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Hotel Gotham in Manchester to Reopen as The Rex on April 23, Introducing New Features and Design

🏨 Hotel Gotham in Manchester will reopen as The Rex on April 23, 2026, featuring 60 rooms over seven floors. The hotel retains its Art Deco heritage with a modern twist and will introduce 'The Reserve', a private club on the seventh floor. Guests can also access The Treasury, a secret events space. Refurbishments extend to the restaurant and bar. Initially designed by Edward Lutyens in 1928, Leonardo Limited Edition UK Hotels acquired the hotel in May 2024.

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Ammisha Bhardwaj Appointed as Director of Revenue and Distribution for Watergate Bay Hotel and Sister Brands

📈 Ammisha Bhardwaj, with over 25 years of experience in the boutique hotel industry, has been appointed as the director of revenue and distribution for Watergate Bay Hotel, Another Place, and SeaSpace. She takes over from Judi Blakeburn, who transitioned to an advisory role. Bhardwaj will focus on revenue strategy and maintaining a "people-first" culture. Ben Harper, the group CEO, highlighted her sharp commercial instinct and human approach to leadership.

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Two Midlands Hotels, Best Western Stoke and Quality Hotel Coventry, Listed for Sale with Offers Over £6.5 Million

🏨 Two Midlands hotels are for sale, individually or as a package for £6.5m. Best Western Stoke City Centre Hotel in Staffordshire is priced at £3.75m, with 135 rooms and extensive facilities. Quality Hotel Coventry is on sale for £2.75m, offering 80 rooms and event spaces. Both owned by Prince Hotels since 2000 and 1997, respectively, and managed by Enterprise Hotels and Hospitality. Located in prime areas with significant investment potential.

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Zedwell to Convert York's Historic 48 Coney Street into Automated Hotel, Expanding UK Presence with 9,000 Rooms by 2028

🏨 Zedwell will transform York’s 48 Coney Street into an automated hotel, preserving its Grade II-listed façade. The building, dating back to 1907, is near York Minster and the River Ouse. Zedwell hotels offer self check-in, digital key access, and 24/7 AI WhatsApp support. Following expansions in Oxford and London, Zedwell plans 9,000 rooms by 2028, targeting high-demand cities. Head of hotels, Halima Aziz, highlights York’s historic tourism appeal.

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Audleys Wood Hotel Partners with Basingstoke Golf Club to Offer 'Golf and Stay' Package and Discounts

🏌️ Hand Picked Hotels partners with Basingstoke Golf Club to offer a 'Golf and Stay' package, including golf, overnight stay, dinner, and breakfast. Basingstoke Golf Club members receive discounts at Audleys Wood Hotel, with 25% off afternoon tea and 15% off select food and drinks for up to 12 guests. The hotel, a Grade-II listed 1880s Victorian building, and the golf club, transformed in 2021 with a £20m investment, aim to enhance leisure experiences in Hampshire.

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Ocean Cove Group Acquires Gara Rock Hotel and Spa in Salcombe After Previous Owners Shift Focus to Holiday Parks

📍 Ocean Cove Group Limited purchased the Gara Rock Hotel and Spa in Salcombe, South Devon for an undisclosed sum. The luxury hotel features refurbished suites, apartments, cottages, a spa, and a restaurant. Originally a coastguard cottage, it has hosted celebrities like Sir Laurence Olivier and was owned by the Royal Air Force. Since 2017, the property underwent significant renovations. The sale was managed by Christie and Co, and the hotel went under offer within five weeks.

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