Olivia Watts

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group opened the Radisson Blu Medlock Hotel on 7 September 2026 at Manchester’s Etihad Campus, part of a £300m development. The hotel features 401 rooms, including “pitch view” rooms and a penthouse, with dining options like Three Rivers Brasserie and Bar. It offers access to over 30 event spaces, a fitness suite, and partners with Manchester City FC. Positioned by the Etihad Stadium, it's a hub for leisure and business.

🏨 Larasian's Salisbury Cathedral Hotel project has entered the construction phase, focusing on restoring a Grade II building near Salisbury Cathedral. The development will feature a 13-guestroom luxury boutique hotel, a fine dining restaurant, a rooftop bar, and an al fresco patio, generating 28 new jobs. A Spitfire-themed bar will offer panoramic city views. Significant restoration aims to preserve the building's historic elements, including its 18th-century staircase, with investment partners being sought.

🏨 Boutique hotel Palm Court on the Isle of Wight reported a successful first summer with over 200 suite nights booked, averaging stays of more than four nights. Reservations extend into 2027, indicating a year-round demand. The hotel earned third place in the Travel Chapter Showcase Awards for best renovation. Director Ben Williams aims to enhance tourism by blending luxury design and supporting local businesses. The hotel exemplifies successful long-term investment and strategic planning in hospitality.

🏨 In 2023, Ansty Hall in Warwickshire, a 17th-century property under Exclusive Collection, unveiled seven renovated bedrooms in phase one of a broader refurbishment. Two signature rooms, Leofric and Whittle, were created in partnership with Russell Sage Studio, while five others were redesigned with Trevillion Interiors. The total number of guestrooms is now 63. The refurbishment continues through 2027, celebrating local history and craftsmanship, and aims to offer a luxurious and meaningful guest experience.

🛌 The Beaumont Mayfair has reopened its spa after a comprehensive refurbishment aimed at wellness. The spa features a Hammam, steam room, sauna, ice bar, and plunge pool, alongside tailored treatments like massages and IV infusions. New partners include Oskia, Salvaterra, La Sultane de Saba, and Solice Health for specialized therapies. Fitness amenities include Technogym equipment and app access. Stuart Procter, CEO, emphasizes a restorative experience through thoughtful collaborations and services.

🦖 Park Plaza London Riverbank, in partnership with the Natural History Museum, unveiled a Dinosaur Family Suite to enhance family offerings. This suite, designed with Jon Powell's creative input, merges education and creativity, featuring prehistoric themes. It includes a Tyrannosaurus rex-inspired bunk bed, floor-to-ceiling murals, and educational resources. The hotel aims to accommodate families of up to five, emphasizing immersive experiences from check-in. This collaboration highlights both institutions' commitment to providing authentic, child-friendly hospitality.