Christmas
Christmas is a crucial period for the UK hotel industry, driving strong occupancy levels and increased demand for festive packages and events. At Hotel Owner, we report on how hotels prepare for the season, from curating Christmas dining and entertainment to managing staffing and cost pressures. Our coverage includes year-on-year performance data, standout seasonal offers from leading hotels, and strategies for maintaining profitability while delivering memorable guest experiences. For hoteliers and hospitality professionals, it provides practical insights into festive operations and commercial planning during one of the busiest times of year.
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May- 2025 -22 MayTrade Organisations
HMA unveils shortlist for 30th Hotel Marketing Awards
The Hotel Marketing Association (HMA) has officially unveiled the shortlist for its 30th annual Hotel Marketing Awards. This year’s finalists were announced during a session at the National Hotel Marketing Conference, which returned to Hilton St George’s Park in Staffordshire. Now celebrating its 30th year, the Hotel Marketing Awards have…
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Mar- 2025 -25 MarchTrade Organisations
Hospitality Action reports record-breaking year of support in 2024
As Hospitality Action marks the fifth anniversary of its first COVID grant, the charity reports that it has seen a “lasting rise in demand for support”, making 2024 its “most challenging year yet”. According to its latest Impact Report, a surge in grant applications last year was driven by mounting…
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Jan- 2025 -27 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 27/1/24
Rockliffe Hall has received planning permission to restore its Grade II listed Old Hall, aiming to preserve its historical charm while enhancing accommodations. Renovations include guestroom upgrades, a new staircase, and improved connections between the cocktail bar, drawing room, and terrace. Additionally, landscape work will enhance the north façade, while…
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27 JanuaryHotels
Daish’s Holidays sees record Xmas bookings for 2025
Family-owned coach holiday group, Daish’s Holidays, has reported getting a “record” number of bookings for its popular Christmas breaks for the 2025 season. It comes as nearly 60% of rooms across its portfolio of hotels have already been reserved for its five and six-day Christmas breaks. Daish’s Holidays has confirmed…
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16 JanuaryHotels
Former Virgin Hotels Glasgow site sold to new owner
The former Virgin Hotels Glasgow site has been sold to Martin Property Group following an “extensive” marketing process.The 17-storey hotel, which overlooks the River Clyde, features 240 guest bedrooms (165 of which are completed), as well as a ground floor restaurant and bar, mezzanine bar and lounge, terrace area, and…
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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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13 JanuaryFeatures
How can hotels attract guests after the busy Christmas season?
After the holiday season rush, many hoteliers face a quieter January and February. With guests recovering from their post-Christmas spending, combined with the unpredictable weather and a general dip in travel activity, hoteliers need to adapt quickly. To maintain momentum, hotels must focus on strategic marketing, dynamic pricing, and a…
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8 JanuaryHotels
UK hotel sector welcomes occupancy boost in November
UK hotel occupancy levels saw a year-on-year boost in November, driven by the start of the Christmas party season, occupancy of UK hotels was up from 76.6% to 79.1%. According to the RSM Hotels Tracker, London also saw an occupancy increase from 79.6% to 82.8% in the same period. The…
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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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18 DecemberEconomy
Hospitality insolvencies fall 24% YOY in October
Insolvencies in the accommodation and food services sector were down 24% to 253 in October 2024, down from 332 in October 2023. In addition, insolvencies in the sector saw another month-on-month decrease from 261 in September 2024 to 253 October 2024. Saxon Moseley, partner and head of leisure and hospitality…
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