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North East

Stay informed on the North East’s hotel sector, where industrial heritage and vibrant city cultures drive diverse demand. This section tracks new property openings—from boutique city-centre hotels in Newcastle and Durham to coastal retreats on the Northumberland coast—alongside detailed performance metrics such as occupancy rates, average daily rates and RevPAR. You’ll also find analysis of event-driven spikes around football fixtures, cultural festivals and business conferences, updates on planning consents and refurbishment projects, plus insight into regional investment deals and tourism initiatives. Whether you manage a city-centre flagship or a seaside guesthouse, this hub delivers the comprehensive news and intel you need to thrive in the North East’s hospitality landscape.

  • Jun- 2025 -
    24 June
    HotelsHotel Gotham Newcastle to open in September

    Hotel Gotham Newcastle to open in September

    Hotel Gotham has announced that its newest site in Newcastle is set to open in September across two phases. The first phase will see the launch of the former fire station with 57 bedrooms, including six suites. Guests can expect exclusive access to Club Brass, emperor beds with Egyptian cotton…

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  • Apr- 2025 -
    30 April
    News-In-BriefToday’s news in brief – 30/4/25

    Today’s news in brief – 30/4/25

    Hotel Indigo Cardiff has been put up for sale with an asking price of £5m. The 122-bedroom boutique hotel, part of the IHG brand, is located in a central Cardiff site and features themed rooms reflecting Welsh culture. Housed in the historic Dominions House, the hotel includes a rooftop bar,…

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  • 30 April
    HotelsRockliffe Hall officially begins major renovation plan

    Rockliffe Hall officially begins major renovation plan

    Five-star resort hotel, Rockliffe Hall, has officially started a “significant” renovation plan as part of its ambition to become a “world-class, gastronomy-focused” destination. The project includes a new 36-cover standalone restaurant, led by culinary director James Close, on the grounds, as well as the restoration of the hotel’s Grade II-listed…

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  • 23 April
    AppointmentsUK Housekeepers Association appoints national chair

    UK Housekeepers Association appoints national chair

    Lisa Williams has been voted as national chair of the UK Housekeepers Association (UKHA), having been voted in by regional chairs at a recent national committee meeting.  Williams took up her seat on 1 April 2025 following Kerry Adams’s decision to step down, and is now leading the association into…

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  • 22 April
    HotelsDakota opens new Newcastle hotel

    Dakota opens new Newcastle hotel

    Dakota has announced the opening of its new Newcastle hotel, the North East’s first Dakota hotel. The hotel group appointed GMI Construction Group to regenerate and upgrade the vacant office building of law firm Womble Bond Dickinson to create a 118-room boutique hotel located at St Anne’s Wharf. The design…

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  • Mar- 2025 -
    24 March
    HotelsDakota Hotels to open Newcastle site

    Dakota Hotels to open Newcastle site

    Dakota Hotels is set to open a new site in Newcastle on 29 March, marking the sixth property in the Dakota portfolio.  Situated on St. Ann’s Wharf, overlooking the riverside promenade, Dakota Newcastle features 118 guest rooms and “sophisticated suites”. Dakota offers eight room types including; Classic Double Room, Classic…

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  • Feb- 2025 -
    11 February
    PropertyO’Shea and Galliard JV secures £22.8m funding for new Saltmoore lodges

    O’Shea and Galliard JV secures £22.8m funding for new Saltmoore lodges

    A joint venture (JV) between O’Shea and Galliard has secured a £22.8m loan from OakNorth to fund Saltmoore holiday lodges, a coastal luxury wellness retreat on the North Yorkshire Coast. Founded in 1966, O’Shea Group is a privately-owned construction and property development company in London and the South East. Meanwhile,…

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  • Jan- 2025 -
    17 January
    HotelsThe Marcliffe reopens after recent survey

    The Marcliffe reopens after recent survey

    The Marcliffe hotel has reopened after it closed to implement new systems and focus on service excellence following the results of a survey. The hotel closed for two weeks from 5–16 January 2025 to implement new systems and deliver tailored training. Following the recent announcement of a multi-million-pound investment, the…

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  • Nov- 2024 -
    28 November
    HotelsThe Wildhive Collection acquires Eshott Hall

    The Wildhive Collection acquires Eshott Hall

    Boutique hospitality brand The Wildhive Collection has acquired Eshott Hall in Northumberland. The historic 17th Century manor in the village of Eshott will mark the group’s second site, following Wildhive Callow Hall in Derbyshire, which opened in September 2021.  Having acquired Eshott Hall from The Robert Parker Collection, the hotel will…

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  • 5 November
    HotelsRockliffe Hall submits two planning applications as part of renovation

    Rockliffe Hall submits two planning applications as part of renovation

    Rockliffe Hall has submitted two planning applications as part of a new renovation project.The first planning application seeks approval for a purpose-built pavilion that will house a flagship restaurant, while the second application focuses on restoring the hotel’s Grade II listed Old Hall, preserving its “historic charm”. The proposed 584-square-metre…

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