Apex Hotels
Covers business developments and strategic activity at Apex Hotels, one of the UK’s leading independent hotel groups. Reporting includes acquisitions of properties such as The Vineyard in Berkshire, Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry, and Meldrum House in Aberdeenshire, as well as the sale of Apex London Wall Hotel to fund growth . Also features coverage of refurbishment investments, financial performance, leadership commentary, and Apex’s expansion into rural and spa destinations alongside its established city-centre portfolio.
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Mar- 2025 -17 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 17/3/25
Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry hosted Scottish First Minister John Swinney on 14 March after a significant refurbishment. Swinney, joined by Apex Hotels chairman Norman Springford and hotel manager David Lapsley, toured the property and discussed its positive impact on the local economy, including job creation and partnerships with local…
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17 MarchHotels
Pine Trees Hotel welcomes Scottish First Minister following multi-million pound refurb
Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry welcomed Scottish First Minister John Swinney on 14th March following a multi-million pound refurbishment of the property. Swinney was hosted by chairman of Apex Hotels, Norman Springford and Pine Trees Hotel Manager David Lapsley, who guided him through the hotel history. The visit highlighted…
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13 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 13/3/25
Apex Hotels has achieved Gold Green Tourism Accreditation for six city-centre properties in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Temple Court. This recognition reflects the hotel group’s commitment to sustainability, with a focus on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and community engagement. Apex Hotels already had two accredited properties in Bath and Dundee,…
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13 MarchHotel Brands
Six Apex Hotels receives Gold Green Tourism Accreditation
Apex Hotels has announced that six of its city centre properties have been awarded Gold Green Tourism Accreditation. The properties are Apex City of London, Apex Temple Court, Apex City of Edinburgh, Apex Waterloo Place, Apex Grassmarket, and Apex City of Glasgow. These hotels join Apex City of Bath and…
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3 MarchHotel Brands
Apex Hotels picks up six accolades at Scottish awards
Apex Hotels has been recognised with six accolades at the National Hotels of the Year Awards Scotland 2025 at Crowne Plaza Glasgow SEC last week (Wednesday 26 February). The awards, which aim to acknowledge excellence in guest experience, hospitality innovation, and strategic growth across the sector, were handed out to…
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Jan- 2025 -23 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 23/1/25
Apex Hotels announced a pre-tax profit of £28.4m for the fiscal year ending April 2024, bolstered by an £18.9m gain from the sale of Apex London Wall Hotel in July 2023. Operating profit rose by 9% to £13m, and revenue increased 6.2% year-on-year to £79.4m. The company expanded its portfolio,…
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23 JanuaryHotel Brands
Apex Hotels profit hits £28.4m
Apex Hotels has announced that its profit-before-tax was £28.4m for the year ended 30 April 2024. The company stated that this was boosted by a gain on disposal of £18.9m following the sale of Apex London Wall Hotel in July 2023. Alongside this, its operating profit was up 9% year-on-year…
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Dec- 2024 -24 DecemberHotel Brands
Apex Hotels makes £10k donation to Crisis UK this Xmas
Apex Hotels has donated £10k to Crisis UK, the national charity dedicated to ending homelessness, this Christmas. It comes as the hotel group chose to redirect its corporate gift budget to make this contribution after a successful year of growth. The donation will help Crisis deliver essential support and services…
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16 DecemberHotel Brands
Apex Hotels unveils two senior appointments
Apex Hotels has announced the appointment of Matthew Young as technology director and Stephen MacPherson as general manager of Hospitality Linen Services (HLS). Young was formerly director of information technology positions at Gleneagles Hotel, Gleneagles Townhouse, Estelle Manor and Maison Estelle. MacPherson held senior operations and managerial positions at Elis…
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6 DecemberHotels
Pine Trees opens following £5m refurb
Pine Trees Hotel, located in the Perthshire town of Pitlochry in Scotland, has relaunched following a £5m refurbishment. Pine Trees has 32 rooms, including The Coach House, Heatherbank House and a Cottage. Pine Trees offers a range of room types – from Snug, and Comfy Luxe to Luxury Suites and…
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