Marriott
Stay informed on Marriott’s presence in the UK hotel sector. From new brand debuts and property openings to loyalty programme enhancements and strategic partnerships, this section delivers in-depth news and intel on Marriott’s operations and market performance. You’ll also find analysis of competitive positioning, franchise opportunities and sustainability initiatives across its portfolio. Whether you’re benchmarking against industry leaders or exploring collaboration, this hub equips you with the latest insights on one of the world’s foremost hotel groups.
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Jul- 2025 -7 JulyHotels
Fairfield by Marriott secures approval for first UK hotel
Fairfield by Marriott is set to launch its first UK hotel following Reserved Matters approval for a 142-bedroom site next to the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The 142-bedroom midscale hotel will be built adjacent to the museum and Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) global headquarters, just off junction 12…
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3 JulyHotel Brands
CitizenM opens its first Irish hotel in Dublin
Dutch hotel group CitizenM has opened its first Irish site in Dublin, bringing 245 rooms to the Liberties neighbourhood. The new site, CitizenM Dublin St Patrick’s, is located opposite St Patrick’s Cathedral and housed in a Brutalist building designed by Irish architect Sam Stephenson. The structure has been refurbished by…
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2 JulyHotels
The Edinburgh Grand reopens as Scotland’s first Luxury Collection Hotel
The Edinburgh Grand has reopened as Scotland’s first Luxury Collection Hotel, becoming part of its portfolio of over 130 global properties. The opening marks The Luxury Collection’s Scottish debut and its fourth outpost in the UK, alongside its sites in London, Buckinghamshire and Manchester. Owned and operated by Chris Stewart…
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1 JulyHotels
Billesley Manor Hotel and Spa appoints new head chef
Billesley Manor Hotel and Spa has appointed Adam Cherrington as its new head chef as it looks to expand its culinary offering. Cherrington joins the Warwickshire hotel near Stratford-upon-Avon, bringing more than 20 years’ experience across events catering, hotel kitchens and private dining. He previously spent 12 years catering for…
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Jun- 2025 -17 JuneHotel Brands
Marriott International signs three hotels in Edinburgh
Marriott International has announced a major expansion in Edinburgh through a three-hotel signing with the Chris Stewart Group, an Edinburgh-based property developer and hotel operator. The agreement will see two existing properties rebranded under two of Marriott’s Collection Brands, while a third hotel is currently under development. The Edinburgh Grand…
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16 JuneProperty
Clermont appoints Red to lead Tower Hotel refurbishment
Specialist contractor Red Construction Group has been appointed by Clermont Hotel Group to oversee the refurbishment of the Tower Hotel by Thistle in London. The project will be carried out by Red’s Special Projects division and adds to the group’s growing portfolio of hotel developments, which includes about £110m of…
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4 JuneHotel Brands
Preferred Travel Group appoints new chief development officer
Preferred Travel Group has announced the appointment of Philipp Weghmann to the newly created role of chief development officer. In his new role, Weghmann will lead company-wide development initiatives to accelerate strategic growth and innovation. He will also serve as president of Beyond Green, reflecting Preferred’s commitment to expanding the…
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3 JuneHotels
St Pancras London joins Autograph Collection Hotels
The St Pancras Renaissance Hotel in King’s Cross has rebranded as part of Autograph Collection Hotels today (3 June 2025), joining a global portfolio of over 300 independent hotels. Now known as St Pancras London, the rebrand introduces a new guest experience shaped by the hotel’s 150-year history. It will…
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3 JuneHotels
London Marriott Grosvenor Square unveils refurb ahead of 40th anniversary
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square has unveiled a significant renovation ahead of its 40th anniversary this month. The renovation includes a redesigned lobby with a new all-day food and drinks offering, an upgraded M Club Lounge, and enhancements to its meeting and event spaces. This builds on the hotel’s most…
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May- 2025 -30 MayPeople
Aimbridge EMEA unveils key commercial leadership team appointment
Hotel management company, Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, has announced the appointment of Kym Kapadia as its new senior vice president commercial. Aimbridge said Kapadia brings “substantial commercial experience” to the role, having worked across a variety of hospitality operator types spanning owner-managed, asset and third-party management. Previously, she spent 10 years…
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