Kronen Collection
The Kronen Collection is an independent UK hotel group focused on distinctive, design-led properties in regional locations. Its growing portfolio includes Jesmond Dene House in Newcastle, The Crown Hotel in Wetheral, The Kilbirnie in Newquay, and Borrowdale Gates Hotel in the Lake District. Each property retains its individual character while aligning with the group’s emphasis on refined comfort and personalised service. Our coverage includes acquisitions, brand strategy, and guest experience initiatives, offering insights for hoteliers and professionals tracking developments in the UK’s boutique and luxury hotel space.
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Feb- 2025 -17 FebruaryPeople
Jesmond Dene House appoints new executive chef
Jesmond Dene House has announced the appointment of Gareth Rayner as its new executive chef, who will be responsible for elevating the dining experience at the Newcastle boutique hotel. Rayner has previously worked at establishments such as The Gin Trap in Norfolk, where he earned three AA Rosettes as chef…
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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 FebruaryHotels
The Kronen Collection expands portfolio with Borrowdale Gates Hotel
The owners of Jesmond Dene House, part of The Kronen Collection, have acquired Borrowdale Gates Hotel, a historic country hotel nestled in Lake District, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition strengthens The Kronen Collection’s position as an emerging boutique hotel group, uniting an expanding portfolio that includes Jesmond Dene House…
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