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Locate in Kent has launched a new campaign looking to attract more hotel operators and investors to the county.
The campaign stated that this is to meet rising visitor demand for mid-range and luxury accommodation county-wide.
It comes alongside the emergence of strategic mixed-use development sites such as Otterpool Park, near Folkestone.
Key locations in this campaign include Whitstable and neighbouring Herne Bay as well as Canterbury.
Recent hotel investments in Kent include a high-quality hotel and spa with a connected surf lake at Betteshanger Park, near Deal.
Plans for this proposal were approved by Dover District Council in March 2024.
Nick Fenton, CEO Locate in Kent, said: “Kent and Medway is a dynamic, opportunity rich region of the UK with a strong tourism appeal and a welcoming business environment. Places like Canterbury, Gravesham and Medway are a key part of that story, rich in history and visitor appeal.
“Our focus is to drive interest in specific development opportunities county-wide. With a growing tourism sector, our location at the gateway to Europe with fast links to and from London – as well as the stunning coast and countryside that visitors can experience, this is a great time to invest in Kent and Medway.”
