Liam J Moran - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 9

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Rockcliffe Hall acquires Feversham Arms Hotel and Verbena Spa

🏨 Rockliffe Hall acquired the Feversham Arms Hotel and Verbena Spa, a 33-bedroom boutique hotel in Helmsley, North Yorkshire. The transaction was handled by administrators PKF Littlejohn, selling assets to The Feversham Arms (2025) Limited. Employees retain their roles under current terms. Legal work was managed by Womble Bond Dickinson in Newcastle and Colliers' UK hotels agency team. Oliver Collinge and Liz Sapsted facilitated the smooth transition for Rockliffe Hall, known for its five-star resort in County Durham.

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PE firm led by Guy Hands eyes Hotel du Vin and Malmaison deal

🏨 Terra Firma Capital Partners, founded by Guy Hands and now run by his son Richard, is eyeing a bid for Hotel Du Vin and Malmaison, as reported by Sky News. These two chains operate 37 hotels across 27 UK cities and are owned by Singapore-based Frasers Hospitality Group, which acquired them for over £360m in 2015. Cushman and Wakefield is managing the auction, with Fortress Investment Group as another potential bidder.

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Lincoln’s White Hart Hotel opens first phase of new spa facilities

🛌 White Hart Hotel in Lincoln has opened two luxury treatment rooms in its new Aquitaine Spa, part of a multi-million-pound refurbishment led by owner Andrew Long. By early 2027, the spa will include a swimming pool and wet spa. Treatments feature detox massages and Amethyst Trust options for medically frail clients. The new 11m Vitality Pool construction begins this autumn, with full spa facilities expected to be ready by early 2027.

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Dalata HY EBITDA falls 5% despite revenue rise

💰 Dalata Hotel Group's EBITDA fell 5% to €102.5m for the half-year ending June 30, 2025. Profit-after-tax dropped 45% to €19.6m. Despite a 2% dip in RevPAR and a slight decrease in occupancy, revenues rose 1% to €306.5m, aided by four new hotels in Berlin, Madrid, Edinburgh, and Dublin, adding over 1,000 rooms. On July 15, the board recommended a €6.45 per share offer from the Pandox Consortium, a 49.7% premium.

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Schloss Roxburghe secures AA five-star hotel rating

🏨 Schloss Roxburghe, Scottish Borders, received an AA five-star rating with a Quality Score of 91%. Its spa is now an AA Recommended Spa. Since 2018, after being sold by the Duke of Roxburghe, the estate has seen significant investment, including the opening of a state-of-the-art spa. The spa features an outdoor suite, infinity pool, Finnish sauna, and wellness treatments. General Manager Bruno De Schuyter acknowledges the team’s commitment to transforming the estate into a top luxury destination.

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Cameron House unveils £300k spa refurb alongside new spa director

🛌 Cameron House has completed a £300,000 redesign of its spa, introducing upgraded wellness facilities. The renovation includes a revamped indoor pool, hydro and hot tub areas, and enhanced changing facilities. Gillian McGraffin, with over 25 years of luxury spa experience, is appointed as the new spa director. Set within 400 acres on Loch Lomond, Cameron House features 208 rooms, 115 lodges, a golf course, cinema, and marina. Café Spa now offers extended hours and a new menu.

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IHG introduces The Manchester Deansgate Hotel

🏨 Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) is set to open The Manchester Deansgate Hotel in Beetham Tower, Manchester. Transitioning from Hilton, the hotel will become an InterContinental by 2027. Konstantin Grimm, with 18 years of luxury hotel experience, is appointed as general manager. IHG has 363 hotels in the UK and Ireland, with 33 in development, and plans to expand its luxury portfolio of 27 existing hotels. The hotel will remain operational during the refurbishment.

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7 Hospitality Management to oversee Islay Cottages

🏨 7 Hospitality Management (7H) to manage Islay Cottages, Isle of Islay. Kilchoman House part of the venture. 7H enhances operations, guest experiences, and marketing. Conner Hutchison emphasizes quality guest experiences. 7H's second Islay appointment, after the Islay Hotel's October sale to the Payne-Clark family. Hotel refurbishments include a Victorian kitchen, whisky bar, dining, and garden. Reopening as luxury hotel in spring 2026. 7H manages 22 UK hotels, celebrating seven years since its 2017 founding.

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Cairn Hotel Group launches unified dining strategy across 15 hotels

🍴 Cairn Hotel Group has launched a new menu strategy across 15 UK hotels to improve dining consistency and standards. The new menu, introduced this week, includes dishes with British and Mediterranean influences, such as fish and chips, rosemary and garlic chicken, and Tuscan-style ribollita soup. This change, driven by guest feedback and market analysis, is part of a broader effort to enhance the customer experience and support strategic growth. New commercial leadership appointments accompany this initiative.

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The Barn At Berryfields launches The Barn Hotel

🏨 The Barn At Berryfields has opened The Barn Hotel near Birmingham Airport in Warwickshire, featuring 33 bedrooms and creating 10 jobs. This venture, led by Tom, Joe, and Will Barber, incorporates solar panels and energy-saving systems. The family business began a farm shop in 2008 and has since expanded its offerings to include a restaurant, bar, pizzeria, and event spaces. The hotel's opening coincides with increased regional tourism and record-breaking passenger numbers at Birmingham Airport.

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