Liam J Moran - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers

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Hilton partners with Explora Journeys

🛰️ Hilton partners with Explora Journeys, part of MSC Group, to expand its loyalty program to cruises by summer 2026. Members can earn and redeem points on 16 itineraries until June 7, 2026, in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Caribbean, and Red Sea. The partnership emphasizes slower, immersive travel experiences. It aligns with Hilton's global strategy, integrating over 9,000 properties worldwide. Hilton Honors Adventures will soon offer details on new on-board benefits and redemption options.

The Grand, York reopens spa after £2.8m refurbishment

🌴 The Grand, York, unveils SubRosa spa after a £2.8 million refurbishment of its basement vaults. The spa introduces SeaBody’s marine-based products and offers Moroccan-inspired marocMaroc rituals. Facilities include two saunas, a hydrotherapy pool, and various therapy rooms. Three treatment packages are offered: Rosa, Alba, and Radix. Alongside, a new SubRosa restaurant features Asian cuisine. Spa director Emma Sorby and general manager Adam Dyke highlight the wellness and culinary experiences. SubRosa is open to both guests and day visitors.

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Hotel Crillon le Brave to reopen in April 2026 after major refurb

🏨 Hotel Crillon le Brave will reopen in April 2026 near Mont Ventoux after a refurbishment. The updates include 10 new guest rooms, expanded wellness facilities, and year-round activities in Maison Tilleul. The Spa des Écuries adds a hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, and cold baths, with new products from SeeMyCosmetics. A second heated pool is introduced as adults-only. The owners aim to broaden guest offerings while maintaining the site’s architectural integrity.

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Rosewood London put up for sale

🏨 Rosewood London, owned by the Cheng family's CTF Development, is up for sale as New World Development Co. faces liquidity issues. Previously valued at £450m in 2016, the hotel was bought for £135m in 2006. An £85m renovation in 2013 turned the former Chancery Court into a luxury hotel with 264 rooms, 44 suites, and 11 event spaces. Built in 1914, the property was formerly the Pearl Assurance Company headquarters until 1989.

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Travelodge records biggest development year in more than a decade

🏨 Travelodge expanded significantly in 2025, opening 21 hotels and adding over 1,800 rooms in the UK. New builds were in Skegness, Harwich, London Beckenham, and Chiswick, while 17 hotels were acquired and rebranded. Nine hotels were upgraded, with more to follow in 2026. Projects include a 182-room hotel in Cardiff and developments in Douglas and Watford. Internationally, new acquisitions in Madrid and Bilbao are planned for 2026-2027. Sustainability features were emphasized in new builds.

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Ayrshire coast hotel to create 30 jobs ahead of spa opening

🏞 The Waterside Hotel, owned by SimpsInns, is expanding with a new £3m spa, creating 30 jobs in West Kilbride, Ayrshire. Opening in early 2026, the spa will feature six treatment rooms, a Rasul experience, thermal area, and outdoor facilities. The hotel, 40 minutes from Glasgow, will increase its room count from 23 to 40. SimpsInns emphasizes career development and staff benefits, including discounts at their facilities across Ayrshire.

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Lancaster hotel completes bar refurb to highlight port partnership

🍷 Lancaster House Hotel completed a refurbishment of its Sandeman Bar, inspired by its 30-year connection with the House of Sandeman and its 1790 origins. Managed by Tammy Barwell, the update features new furnishings, artwork, and a Sandeman timeline. The design was influenced by a research trip to Porto and includes details like upholstered seating and a branded barrel. The bar continues to host port and cheese events, celebrating its history with Sandeman wines from Portugal's Douro Valley.

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Hilton London Bankside adds 76 rooms in major hotel expansion

📍 Hilton London Bankside expands with 76 new rooms, increasing capacity to 368. Available from 1 February 2026, the expansion introduces 12 new room categories, enhanced amenities, and a ninth floor with skyline views. The project, by Splendid Hospitality and SpaceInvader, emphasizes sustainability with recycled materials. Hilton London Bankside, awarded Best Luxury Sustainable Hotel in Northern Europe in 2025, aims to enhance guest experiences and expand team opportunities.

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Manchester Deansgate Hotel appoints director of sales

🏨 Laura Benefer is appointed director of sales at Manchester Deansgate Hotel in December 2025. She returns to the hotel to lead its sales strategy, now operating under IHG, with a focus on client relationships and new business. Previously, she worked with Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott. The hotel, a Manchester landmark in Beetham Tower, aims to enhance its presence in the local market. Benefer's role will guide the sales team and shape the hotel's commercial direction.

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Ellenborough Park appoints Gareth Davies as general manager

🏨 Gareth Davies will become the general manager of Ellenborough Park in the Cotswolds starting 6 January 2026. With over 15 years in luxury hospitality, having led at Rhinefield House, Davies will oversee operations just in time for the hotel's 15th anniversary in 2026. Ellenborough Park, a member of PoB Hotels, recently underwent refurbishments, with significant updates in 2023. The hotel offers accommodation, dining, and spa facilities.

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