Lewis Catchpole - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 3

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Millennium Hotels and Resorts Appoints Cinn Tan as Chief Commercial Officer to Oversee Global Strategy for 145 Hotels

📈 Millennium Hotels and Resorts appointed Cinn Tan as chief commercial officer in January 2026. Tan oversees 145 hotels globally, focusing on branding, marketing, loyalty, and sales. With over 30 years of experience across Asia Pacific, China, Europe, and the US, she has held senior roles at Jin Jiang International and The Ascott Limited. Millennium, a subsidiary of City Developments in Singapore, operates brands like The Biltmore and Grand Millennium. Tan aims to strengthen brand positioning and drive growth.

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BWH Hotels GB Boosts Success for Clarence Gardens, Inverness Palace, and Hotel de Havelet Through Strategic Partnerships

📍 Clarence Gardens Hotel joined BWH Hotels in March 2025, improving brand visibility and increasing guest inquiries. Highlights include a 35% YTD brand share increase, 31% of bookings from BW Rewards customers, and a peak-season occupancy rise from 72% to 85%. Operational improvements include a 30% reduction in booking errors and 15% cost savings. Inverness Palace Hotel rebranded under WorldHotels, benefiting from a multi-million-pound refurbishment. Best Western Hotel de Havelet achieved SILVER REST accreditation, enhancing sustainability and boosting commercial impact.

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Cycas Hospitality Merges With Vertiq Capital to Form Vertiq Hospitality Partners, Adding 400 UK and France Rooms

🏨 Cycas Hospitality merged with Vertiq Capital on 31 March 2026, forming Vertiq Hospitality Partners. The company, based in Amsterdam and London, is expanding its European operations by adding 400 rooms in the UK and France in 2026. Managing over 35 hotels with 6,000 rooms across eight countries, including the 161-room Bankside Hotel in London and 237-room 25Hours Hotel Paris Terminus Nord, the merger combines investment and asset management expertise for accelerated growth.

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The Boars Head and Birchwood House in North Yorkshire Listed for Sale at £1.95 Million

🏨 The Boars Head and Birchwood House in North Yorkshire are for sale at £1.95 million. This 23-bedroom hotel, part of the Ripley Castle Estate, includes two Grade II listed buildings, a 54-cover restaurant, a bar, and a beer garden. The estate, owned by the Ingilby family since the 14th Century, is being sold as they retire. Located off the A61, it offers access to Harrogate and Ripon, presenting a unique investment opportunity.

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Forest Hills Hotel in Cheshire Sold Out of Administration, Safeguarding 60 Jobs and Ensuring Continued Operation

🏨 Forest Hills Hotel in Frodsham, Cheshire, a 58-bedroom venue, was sold out of administration, preserving 60 jobs. The sale by Landwood Group, supporting DSW Business Recovery, ensures the 120-year-old hotel remains operational. Set in seven acres, it includes a restaurant, conference facilities, and leisure club. The site, historically hosting bands like The Beatles, offers investment potential. Interest from buyers highlighted confidence in its redevelopment opportunities.

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Radisson Hotel Group Achieves 272 Hotel Signings and Openings in 2025, Expands in China and India Markets

🛑 Radisson Hotel Group completed 272 hotel signings and openings in 2025, expanding in China and India's mid-scale segments. Radisson Blu remained Europe's largest upper-upscale brand with properties in 154 cities. Strategic moves included a partnership with Manchester City and opening of Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside. In China, 170 hotels were signed and opened, with nearly 300 in the pipeline. Two net zero properties were opened in Manchester and Oslo, promoting sustainability. Growth in India reached 200 hotels.

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Elevate Hotels Acquires New Continental Hotel in Plymouth, Plans Rebranding to Hilton Tapestry Collection

🏨 New Continental Hotel in Plymouth acquired by Elevate Hotels from Napangelos Limited. Established in the 1870s, it features 99 en suite bedrooms, a leisure complex, and conference facilities. Located 0.25 miles from Plymouth city center, plans are to rebrand under Hilton's Tapestry Collection, managed alongside Legacy Hotels and Resorts. Napangelos had owned it for over 40 years. Sale managed by Savills' James Greenslade, highlighting interest in high-quality regional hotel assets.

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Zedwell to Convert 39 Bell Lane in Spitalfields into 143-Room Flagship Hotel with Workspace by 2028

🏨 Zedwell plans to convert a vacant office building at 39 Bell Lane, Spitalfields, into a flagship hotel with 143 rooms and 7,500 sq ft of affordable workspace. The six-storey, 40,000 sq ft building will be transformed with a vertical extension and enhanced façade. Construction will reuse existing structures to reduce carbon. Located near Liverpool Street Station, the project is part of a pipeline aiming for 9,000 rooms by 2028, with recent expansions in Oxford and York.

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Hilton to Open First Hotels in Plymouth and Cork, Creating 100 Jobs by 2027

🏨 Hilton plans to open its first hotels in Plymouth, UK, and Cork, Ireland, by 2027. In Plymouth, a historic 1865 hotel will be renovated with 120 rooms, opening in spring 2027. Cork's new 103-room hotel will open in autumn 2027. These projects, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, aim to create around 100 jobs. The Plymouth site will feature meeting facilities, a fitness center, and dining options, while the Cork hotel will offer extended-stay accommodations.

The Kithmore Boutique Hotel in St Andrews Opens Bookings After £7.5m Redevelopment of Historic Townhouses

🏨 Bookings are open for The Kithmore, a 44-bed boutique hotel in St Andrews, set to open in June. The £7.5 million redevelopment involved restoring three 19th Century townhouses originally designed by architect George Rae in 1847. Located on Playfair Terrace, a new extension and renovations include a standalone bar and restaurant. Recruitment for senior management is underway. The hotel aims to provide a luxurious yet welcoming retreat inspired by the Scots word ‘kith’.

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