Today’s news in brief – 8/11/24
In October 2024, KE Hotels expanded its UK portfolio by adding three Hampton by Hilton hotels—Newcastle, Birmingham Broad Street, and Sheffield—under new Hotel Management Agreements (HMA). This marks KE Hotels’ initial entry into managing Hampton by Hilton properties in the UK, overseeing operations to enhance service standards and profitability alongside the hotels’ owners. KE Hotels’ chief operating officer, Josh Watts, expressed enthusiasm about working with the hotels’ general managers to ensure excellent guest experiences and strong returns for owners. The company, which has grown in recent years, now operates seven UK hotels, including Moxy Manchester and Linton Lodge Oxford.
In a joint project, Grosvenor and EIH London Investments Ltd announced that Mayfair’s South Molton will host the UK’s first Oberoi Hotel, part of the Indian luxury hospitality group. This 33,000 sq. ft. boutique hotel on Brook Street will be part of a larger, mixed-use development aimed at revitalising Mayfair’s West End. The development will include office spaces, housing, and community facilities, generating £6.5m in annual revenue and creating 1,000 permanent jobs. The Oberoi Hotel is expected to offer luxury accommodations with a distinctly personalised approach, marking a significant step in Oberoi’s international expansion.
Kew Green Hotels has become the management partner for The Ship, a historic hotel in Weybridge near the Thames. Known for its 76 uniquely designed rooms, The Ship offers easy access to Central London, major airports, and popular tourist sites. A favourite among business and leisure travellers, it provides flexible dining and event spaces, making it ideal for meetings and social events. Kew Green’s managing director, Graham Norris, highlighted the opportunity to enhance guest experiences through their management expertise.
