Providence Hotels acquires lease of four Mercure sites

Providence Hotels, a UK-based hotel management company, has signed a lease agreement for four Mercure-branded hotels, strengthening its UK portfolio.  

The group has acquired the leases for Mercure Exeter Southgate, Mercure Daventry Court, Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh, and Mercure Haydock. 

The leases have been secured alongside a franchise agreement with Accor, allowing Providence Hotels to continue operating under the Mercure brand.

Providence Hotels said that through the partnership, it is “committed to building upon the strong reputations already established at these sites, working collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions and continued delivery of exceptional guest service”.

Joe Bester, CEO of Providence Hotels, said: “Welcoming these four Mercure hotels into our portfolio is both an honour and a responsibility we take to heart. At Providence Hotels, we are deeply grateful for the trust placed in us to steward these properties, and our approach has always been rooted in building genuine relationships and executing in excellence, with diligence and care. 

“By respecting each hotel’s unique identity while introducing thoughtful management practices, we aim to enhance performance without compromising character. Our commitment remains to empower teams, delight guests, and deliver meaningful, sustainable results for all our partners.”