Gatwick
Gatwick is a critical node in the UK’s airport hotel ecosystem, with a hospitality market shaped by passenger traffic, infrastructure investment, and evolving traveller expectations. Our editorial coverage focuses on new hotel openings, refurbishments, executive appointments, planning activity, and investment transactions in the area. We also analyse how developments such as the proposed Northern Runway expansion and changes in passenger volumes impact hotel performance and strategy. For UK hoteliers, Gatwick offers insights into managing high-demand environments, adapting to rapid market changes, and leveraging location advantages in a competitive sector. 
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Jul- 2025 -16 JulyHotel Brands
Arora Group acquires Bloc Hotels
Arora Group has announced that it has acquired short stay specialist Bloc Hotels for an undisclosed fee. The purchase includes the 245-bedroom Bloc Gatwick and the 105-bedroom Bloc Birmingham, along with two further sites in the UK that are yet to be developed. The group believes that the purchase of…
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Nov- 2024 -8 NovemberHotels
Kew Green Hotels to manage Best Western’s The Ship in Weybridge
Kew Green Hotels has been appointed as the hotel management partner for The Ship hotel, a historic property in Weybridge near the Thames. The hotel, which offers 76 “uniquely-designed” rooms, benefits from close access to Central London in under 30 minutes, as well as the M25 and M3 motorways. It…
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7 NovemberHotels
Sofitel Dublin Airport to open in late 2026
Accor and The Arora Group have announced that Sofitel Dublin Airport will open its doors in late 2026. The hotel will feature 412 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a tea salon, and a sky bar located on the 11th floor, offering views of the airport and beyond. The…
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Oct- 2024 -4 OctoberLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 4/10/24
The Milestone Hotel, located opposite Kensington Palace, has reopened its Stables Bar after a refurbishment and expansion. The new bar, which honours the building’s 19th-century origins as a mansion’s stables, features dark wood panelling, leather banquettes, and equestrian-themed décor. The revamped space includes a horseshoe-shaped bar and the new Hideaway,…
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4 OctoberHotels
Splendid Hospitality appoints new chief commercial officer
Splendid Hospitality has appointed Rachel Bulford as its new chief commercial officer. She joins the leadership team and board of directors. Bulford brings a “wealth of experience” from her previous role as director of Retail at Gatwick Airport, where she led on strategies for retail and enhancing the passenger experience.…
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Sep- 2024 -11 SeptemberHotels
London hotels ADR down 1% in July, CoStar finds
London hotels have experienced softer trading this year, with pricing being a challenge across the market as average rates are down around 1% year to July, according to new data from CoStar. It stated that hotels in London struggled to drive prices in 2024, as average daily rates rose in…
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5 SeptemberHotels
Stanhill Court Hotel brought to market for £8m
Stanhill Court Hotel, a 59-bedroom Victorian Country Manor House, has been brought to market off a guide price of £7,975,000. The hotel is one of the most sought-after wedding reception venues in Surrey, featuring 59 ensuite bedrooms and extensive function and meeting facilities that cater for up to 360 guests. The…
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Jul- 2024 -19 JulyHotel Brands
Dalata officially opens Brighton’s first Maldron Hotel
Dalata Hotel Group has officially opened its property in Brighton – Maldron Hotel Brighton – which boasts 226 guestrooms with a waterfront view and has created 65 new jobs. The four-star hotel is located just a three-minute walk from Brighton Centre, a 13-minute walk from the train station and 25…
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10 JulyLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 10/7/24
The Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport Hotel has unveiled the second phase of its multi-million-pound refurbishment, featuring the return of the Sampans Pan-Asian restaurant and a new club lounge. Earlier in the year, the hotel introduced an open lobby and 299 upgraded bedrooms. Now, the refurbished Sampans restaurant offers a variety…
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10 JulyHotels
Crowne Plaza hotel in Gatwick comes to market
The Crowne Plaza Felbridge in Gatwick, London has been put up for sale, with Christie and Co marketing the property. The hotel features 116 ensuite bedrooms and extensive function and meeting facilities, catering for a range of corporate guests. There are also leisure facilities for guests with a spa which…
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