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Mar Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort has been acquired by Dubai-based Dutco Group, supported by investment and asset management firm, Align Partners.
A £15m investment package has been committed to expand and upgrade the property, and the new owners want to have the hotel rival Gleneagles.
Early design plans centre on sympathetic restoration, capturing the essence of Mar
Hall’s rich Scottish heritage, while adding a modern twist.
Dutco Group and Align Partners are already in conversations with architects and interior designers, with appointments expected in January for commencement of the refurbishment in early 2024.
Plans include an expansion to the resort with new luxury woodland lodges, revitalised leisure and spa facilities, and a refurbishment of the guestrooms and public spaces.
Nelson Gibb, Group CEO at Dutco Group, said: “This is our first hotel acquisition in Scotland which is recognised as a world-class destination for hospitality. This deal is testament to our confidence in Mar Hall and what we believe we can achieve through targeted and creative investment. We are looking forward to working with the Mar Hall team and our partners over the coming years to bring our vision to life.”
Chris King, managing director at Align Partners, added: “Mar Hall has strong fundamentals which made this hotel a solid proposition for us. In addition to its physical assets, its striking setting, coupled with its previous reputation for excellence, position it well for redevelopment. Our vision is to ensure it reaches its full potential and can compete with Scotland’s best 5-star hotels, restoring its luxury country club reputation.”
