Liam J Moran - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 5

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Focus Hotels unveils The Bedford commercial team

🏨 Focus Hotels appoints four key roles at The Bedford Hotel, opening in 2026 in Belfast’s Linen Quarter. The team includes Yvonne McIlree (sales and marketing), Sharon Dunne (revenue), Victoria Dunn (reservations), and Clodagh Flood (marketing). The hotel, a renovated 1904 Edwardian building, will offer 82 rooms and dining venues. Part of Belfast city center's regeneration, The Bedford aims to blend heritage with modern design for memorable events.

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Kew Green Hotels appoints David Taylor as CEO

🏨 David Taylor becomes CEO of Kew Green Hotels on 13 October 2025, succeeding interim CEO James Kim. Taylor will manage over 50 UK hotels, including brands like Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, Voco, and Courtyard by Marriott. Kew Green Hotels aims to expand, innovate, and enhance sustainability. Taylor's leadership is expected to drive growth and deliver exceptional guest experiences, leveraging his experience in both national and international markets.

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Hilton Q3 RevPAR falls 1.1%

🏨 Hilton's RevPAR fell 1.1% for the 13 weeks ending 30 September 2025 compared to last year. However, 2025 system-wide RevPAR is anticipated to range from flat to a 1% increase over 2024. In Q3 2025, net income was $421m (£316.4m) and adjusted EBITDA was $976m (£733.4m). Hilton approved 33,000 new rooms, setting a record 515,400-room pipeline, with a 6.5% net unit growth from 2024. A new brand, Outset Collection by Hilton, launched in October 2025.

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Sutton Hotel Collection appoints John Swift as director of sales

🏨 Sutton Hotel Collection appointed John Swift as director of sales. He will manage sales for The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences London, The Castle Hotel Windsor, and the Francis Hotel Bath. With over 20 years of experience, Swift previously led sales at Arora Group. Plans include enhancing MICE and corporate sectors and upgrading The Castle Hotel Windsor starting November 2025. The Francis Hotel Bath is nearing the end of its refurbishment.

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Ennismore to open Delano in Kensington next year

🏨 Ennismore plans to open a new 67-room Delano hotel in Kensington, London, by late 2026. Located near Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, this project is developed with Signature Developers and DCD Properties. The hotel will feature a restaurant and a 290-square-metre Rose Bar, with elements of Delano's signature minimalist design. Part of a global expansion, other planned locations include New York and a relaunch in Miami Beach. Ben Pundole was appointed as chief brand officer in 2024.

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Radisson Red opens Rugby-inspired Twickenham hotel

🏟 Radisson Red opened a 150-room hotel in Twickenham, designed by DLSM Studio with the Rugby Football Union. Located beside the stadium, it features co-working spaces, art, and social events. The lobby includes a coffee counter, a statue of a female rugby player, and sport-inspired murals. The Loft offers arcade games and a cocktail bar. The hotel's design respects local rugby culture and is aimed at serving both guests and locals.

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Operator sought for historic country house hotel in Vale of Belvoir

🏨 In 2023, The Manners Arms, an 18th-century Grade II listed country house hotel in the Vale of Belvoir, seeks a new operator. Located near Belvoir Castle, the refurbished property includes a bar, two dining areas, and 10 en suite bedrooms, surrounded by mature gardens. Agents Jonty Green and Matt Hill from Christie and Co are handling the sale. A new lease offers an opportunity to continue its legacy as a vibrant community hub.

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Adagio appoints new chief financial officer

💰 Marc Lemarchand joins Adagio as CFO and executive committee member. With a decade of experience at KFC France and former roles at Domino’s Pizza and Galileo Global Education France, Lemarchand will manage Adagio’s financial processes. Founded in 2007, Adagio is a joint venture between Accor and Pierre and Vacances Centre Parcs, operating 130 locations with 14,815 apartments across 15 countries. CEO Xavier Desaulles highlights Lemarchand’s expertise in network-based organizations during this growth phase.

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Travelodge opens first hotel in Harwich

📍 Travelodge has opened a 68-room hotel in Harwich, Essex, as part of a mixed-use development at Portside Retail Park, in partnership with The Burney Group. The development includes three drive-thrus (Starbucks, KFC, Burger King), two stores (Howdens, Screw Fix), an Air Rescue Centre, and eight EV charging points. This is Travelodge's 21st hotel in Essex, with plans for 18 more. Travelodge operates 630 hotels with over 47,000 rooms in the UK, Ireland, and Spain.

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Leadership reshuffle sees GM opening at flagship Lake District hotel

📈 Lake District Hotels announced a leadership reshuffle, opening the GM position at Lodore Falls Hotel and Spa. Marcell Cilliers, previously GM since autumn 2020, is now group operations manager. Over 100 staff work at Lodore Falls. Applications for the GM role close on 29 October 2025. Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant, within Lodore Falls, recently won Best Restaurant in England at the Golden Chopsticks Awards. The group owns six properties in the Lake District National Park.

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