Lewis Catchpole - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 9

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Premier Inn secures approval for new hotel at Edinburgh Airport

🏨 Edinburgh City Council approved a new Premier Inn hotel near Edinburgh Airport, opening in 2028. The 218-bedroom hotel, located on Eastfield Road, is less than a 10-minute walk from the terminal, supporting the airport's 16 million annual passengers. The five-story hotel, fully powered by renewable electricity, includes 100 parking spaces. Whitbread expects its guests to add £32m annually in city spending. Premier Inn aims to expand from 85,000 rooms to 125,000 across the UK and Ireland.

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Ouse Bridge House guest house on market for £875,000

🏨 Ouse Bridge House, a 12-bedroom guest house located on the north shore of Bassenthwaite Lake near Keswick, is on sale for £875,000. Operated by the Richardson family since 2021, the Victorian property features period details like bay windows and high ceilings. Nine bedrooms serve guests, offering scenic lake views. Graham Wilkinson from Christie and Co highlights its appeal as a lifestyle business near Keswick with excellent reviews.

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Edinburgh Grand appoints Fiona Hendry as sales manager

📌 Edinburgh appoints Fiona Hendry as sales manager for The Edinburgh Grand and Old Town Chambers. Part of Marriott’s Luxury and Autograph Collection, she aims to enhance sales strategies for these Edinburgh properties. Hendry, previously with Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh and Conrad Dublin, is recognized for her expertise in luxury service. This move supports the growth of these properties, blending Edinburgh’s historic charm with modern luxury.

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East Devon holiday cottages and farmhouse brought to market for £1.9m

🏘️ Mazzard Farm, a holiday cottage complex in East Hill, Ottery St Mary, is listed for sale at £1,995,000. The estate, marketed by Savills, includes a 17th-century Devon longhouse, five holiday cottages, and a one-bedroom annex. Known for sustainability, it was awarded the Most Ethical Business at the 2023 South West Tourism Awards. Originally purchased in 2007, the business boasts strong profitability with a 90% direct booking rate. Potential for expansion is available, pending planning permission.

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AVLA reaches settlement with Britannia Hotels over copyright case

📺 The Audiovisual Licensing Alliance (AVLA) settled copyright infringement with Britannia Hotels in Edinburgh's Court of Session. Britannia will now license all its UK hotels. AVLA represents audiovisual creatives, distributing most fees to rightsholders. Hotels must hold an AVLA license for TV access. Max Rumney highlights the importance of copyright compliance for supporting creators and ethical business practices. Non-compliance leads to legal and financial risks. AVLA urges unlicensed businesses to regularize to avoid these issues.

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Aimbridge appoints Chris O’Donnell as select service division president

📈 Chris O'Donnell will become president of Aimbridge Hospitality's select service division on September 15. He'll focus on operational performance and aligning with Aimbridge's scorecard tracking market share, profitability, and guest satisfaction. O'Donnell's experience includes roles at Marriott, Magna Hospitality, and Atrium Hospitality. Craig S. Smith, CEO of Aimbridge, praises O'Donnell's leadership and expertise. O'Donnell expresses enthusiasm for enhancing the division's value and guest experiences.

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St. Pancras London undergoes eight-figure refurb

🏨 St Pancras London, part of Autograph Collection Hotels, completed a refurbishment of its 245 rooms and suites, including the 207-room Barlow House spanning seven floors, led by German designer Nora Witzigmann. The Chambers Wing, with 38 suites, is being redesigned by French designer Nicolas Daul. St Pancras rebranded on June 3, 2025, and is a landmark of High Victorian Gothic architecture, located above St Pancras International and King’s Cross Station, providing connections to London and Paris.

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Leading Hotels of the World adds 10 new properties to its portfolio

🏨 Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) expands with 10 new properties. In 2023, Mongolia's first LHW member, Ayan Zalaat Hotel and Spa near Ulaanbaatar, joins the list. Windjammer Landing Resort in Saint Lucia reopened in 2023 post-renovation. The UK addition is Beaverbrook in Surrey. U.S. entries include Hotel Chelsea in New York and El Encanto in Santa Barbara. European additions feature Ancora Cortina in Italy, reopening in 2025, and Asia gains Pearl Gallery Hotel in Guiyang, China.

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Global hotel construction pipeline hit record 15,871 projects in Q2

🏨 Global hotel construction pipeline achieved a record-high with 15,871 projects and 2,436,225 rooms as of Q2 2025, up 3% in projects and 2% in rooms YOY. The U.S. leads with 6,280 projects, followed by China with 3,733, contributing to 64% of global projects. Upscale projects set records with 3,852 projects. Dallas holds the top city position with 199 projects. 970 hotels opened in H1 2025; 1,884 more expected by year-end. LE forecasts 2,854 openings in 2025.

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Valamar to open €200m resort in Croatia in 2026

🏖 Croatian hospitality company Valamar plans to open a €200m (£172.5m) resort in Poreč, Istria, by spring 2026. The Pical Resort will feature 514 rooms, suites, and a private villa within Parenzana beachfront park. It includes Croatia's first ESPA-run spa, spanning 1,300 square meters, with six saunas and custom wellness programs. The resort will offer regional culinary experiences and allow guests to explore the 123 km Parenzana trail by bike or foot.

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