Qatar
Qatar’s hotel sector has expanded rapidly in the wake of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with sustained investment in luxury properties, smart tourism technology, and major global events. Our news coverage tracks rising visitor numbers, high-end developments, and the country’s ambition to become a year-round destination. We explore how this growth shapes international competition, influences design and service trends, and presents partnership and benchmarking opportunities relevant to hoteliers in the UK.
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May- 2024 -14 MayLatest News
Today’s news in brief – 14/5/24
The Grade II listed Cathedral Quarter Hotel in Derby, known for its Victorian charm and boutique luxury, has been acquired by Rashmi Dedigama and Peter Karan of Lavendish Leisure. The property, boasting 38 unique ensuite bedrooms and retaining its historic features, was previously owned by The Finesse Collection. Lavendish Leisure,…
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14 MayHotels
HSBC Tower could be redeveloped as a hotel
The HSBC Tower in Canary Wharf, London could be redeveloped as a hotel once current tenants HSBC leave in 2027, according to reports from Reuters. The Canary Wharf Group (CWG) has reportedly met with around 20 architectural practices to come up with proposals for the building. No final decision has…
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Nov- 2022 -22 NovemberEconomy
EMEA sector has ‘turned a corner’ as it nears pre-Covid levels, says JLL
The EMEA hotel sector has “turned a corner” and performance is nearing pre-pandemic levels, with the UK, UAE and Qatar all predicted to post higher REVPAR than in 2019, according to real estate consultancy JLL. JLL’s Hotel Global Asset Management Report looks ahead to a “complex economic environment” in 2023…
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Apr- 2022 -26 AprilHotel Brands
Marriott opens 1,000th EMEA hotel in London
Marriott International has celebrated the launch of The Westin London City, its 1,000th hotel in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The hotel giant revealed the property also marks the debut of the Westin Hotels and Resorts brand in the UK market. Marriott also announced that across 2022 and 2023,…
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Jan- 2021 -19 JanuaryHotel Brands
Accor unveils ‘ambitious’ opening plans for 2021
Accor has unveiled its “encouraging” development outlook and “ambitious” full schedule of new hotel openings around the world this year. The hotel group said that despite the challenges of last year, it maintained a steady pace of development and continued to sign new projects, leading to a “robust” roster of…
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Apr- 2020 -8 AprilFree to read
Down Hall appoints Ken Flockhart as general manager
Hertfordshire-based country house hotel, Down Hall, has announced the appointment of Ken Flockhart as its new general manager. Flockhart has over 30 years experience in the hospitality industry, and brings a “strong “record in profit improvement, employee development and customer service at luxury hotels and resorts around the world. He…
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Nov- 2019 -12 NovemberEconomy
Affluent overseas tourists driving number of new luxury London hotels
Affluent overseas tourists are driving the number of new luxury hotels in London, with 210 new properties currently in the development pipeline for the capital according to private wealth law firm Boodle Hatfield. Out of the hotels with planning permission, or already under construction, across the capital, almost a quarter…
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Nov- 2018 -19 NovemberAppointments
JW Marriott Grosvenor House announces two executive committee members
General manager Stuart Bowery has announced two senior appointments within the JW Marriott Grosvenor House executive committee. The news comes following the sale of the five-star hotel to Katara Hospitality, Qatar Investment Authority’s hotel unit, for an undisclosed sum. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality, including hotel management…
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12 NovemberAppointments
Sopwell House appoints Angelina Chua as GM
Angelina Chua has been appointed as general manager at Sopwell House Hotel and Spa in St Albans, one of the UK’s most prestigious country house estates. Having commenced her career in hospitality over 20 years ago, Chua’s experience encompasses roles in sales and event management, food and beverage and hotel…
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9 NovemberHotels
Katara Hospitality acquires Grosvenor House London
Katara Hospitality, Qatar Investment Authority’s hotel unit, has acquired the JW Marriott Grosvenor House for an undisclosed fee. The deal comes just over a year after the hotel was sold to the Ashkenazy Acquisition Corp for £550m. The company acquired the hotel after it fell into administration in 2015. The…
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