Airbnb
Stay ahead of Airbnb’s influence on the UK hospitality sector. This section tracks listing trends—from urban flats to countryside escapes—alongside performance metrics such as occupancy rates and average nightly rates. You’ll also find coverage of regulatory developments impacting short-let platforms, partnership announcements with hotel groups, neighbourhood impact analyses and case studies of hybrid accommodation models. Whether you’re a hotel operator adapting to home-share competition or an investor exploring alternative stays, this hub delivers the news and intel you need to navigate the evolving market.
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May- 2025 -21 MayFeatures
Why digital detox breaks are the next big thing in hospitality
In a world where rest is increasingly elusive and waking hours are relentlessly pinged by alerts, emails and newsfeeds, a “quiet” revolution is taking place across the hospitality sector. As guests grow more digitally fatigued, the desire to disconnect in order to reconnect with themselves has sparked a shift in…
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15 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 15/5/25
Airbnb is expanding its platform to include a wide range of services and experiences, aiming to rival traditional hotels by offering more than just accommodation. In response to guest demand, the company is launching services like private chefs, massages, spa treatments, personal trainers, and more in 260 cities. CEO Brian…
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15 MayTechnology
AirBnB launches in-app experience feature
AirBnB is adding extra features on its platform to face the increased demand guests have for experiences, in a move that is set to challenge the hotel sector. The group said it believes that people often choose hotels because of the services they offer, like room service, access to a…
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Mar- 2025 -11 MarchColumns
How cross-sector partnerships can transform hospitality operations
In an industry as dynamic as hospitality, staying ahead requires more than just internal innovation. As a CEO who’s navigated through numerous industry shifts, I’ve discovered that some of the most impactful changes come from looking outside our own sector. By forming strategic partnerships, we can revolutionise our operations, enhancing…
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Feb- 2025 -3 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 3/2/25
Property management company GuestReady has opened The Fitzroy by GuestReady, a 15-unit luxury boutique accommodation in London. Housed in a Georgian building, the property previously operated as a traditional hotel but has been redesigned for short-term rental use. The Fitzroy offers tech-driven services, including remote check-ins and interactions, reducing on-site…
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3 FebruaryServiced Apartments
GuestReady opens new serviced accommodation at The Fitzroy
Property management specialist GuestReady has launched The Fitzroy by GuestReady, a luxury boutique accommodation in London. This 15-unit property marks the company’s first dedicated multi-unit serviced accommodation in the UK, leveraging GuestReady’s hospitality management model. Housed in a historic Georgian building, the property was previously a traditional hotel but has…
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Jan- 2025 -15 JanuaryLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 15/1/25
The hospitality sector is bracing for financial challenges as the Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA) warns about the impact of decisions from the previous October’s budget. Rising energy costs, increased employer National Insurance contributions, higher minimum wages, and property rates are set to hit the sector in April. BHA chair Raphael…
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15 JanuaryLatest News
Bristol hoteliers fear financial challenges in 2025
The hospitality sector is facing further financial challenges as decisions made in last October’s budget begin to be implemented, the Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA) has warned. With the post-Christmas period being traditionally a quiet time for the sector, energy costs rising and increases in employer National Insurance contributions as well…
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Nov- 2024 -26 NovemberFeatures
Hotels vs STRs: Is it a level playing field?
Over the last decade STR businesses have grown 16 times faster, reflecting the changing priorities of travellers seeking “experience-led” accommodations, according to the latest ONS figures analysed by RMS Cloud. Out of the 382 UK local authorities, 260 saw an increase in short-term rental (STR) businesses, averaging 13.2 new businesses…
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1 NovemberFeatures
Blending tradition with technology: HotelPartner’s MD on the future of hotel revenue management
Robert Holland’s lifelong commitment to the hospitality industry is as much a product of legacy as it is of passion. The son of two hoteliers, who met at the renowned Hotel School Lausanne, Holland’s journey began with a childhood fascination for the world of hotels, a path that would ultimately…
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