Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth II had a lasting impact on the UK hotel industry, with royal events during her reign regularly driving spikes in tourism and hotel demand. At Hotel Owner, we report on how key moments such as the Platinum Jubilee and her funeral led to significant increases in occupancy and pricing, particularly in London. We also cover hotels with royal connections—like The Goring and The Dorchester—that have hosted royal guests or benefited from their associations. Our reporting highlights how hoteliers have used these occasions to elevate brand prestige, enhance guest experience, and strengthen commercial performance.
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Nov- 2024 -15 NovemberPeople
Hilton Liverpool City Centre names Phil McPeake as GM
Phil McPeake has been named as the new general manager of Hilton Liverpool City Centre. The 221-room hotel is located at 3 Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool L1 8LW, overlooking Royal Albert Dock. At Hilton Liverpool City Centre, McPeake said he aims to enhance guest services, expand the hotel’s events business…
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Sep- 2023 -26 SeptemberPeople
Hand Picked hotels appoints Joe Gould as Fawsley Hall head chef
Hand Picked Hotels has appointed Joe Gould to the team at The Cedar Restaurant at Fawsley Hall Hotel and Spa as head chef. The hotel forms part of the Hand Picked Hotels portfolio of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats across the UK and Channel Islands. Gould…
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Jul- 2023 -3 JulyHotels
Henderson Park acquires Edinburgh’s Caledonian Hotel
Henderson Park, a private real estate investment fund manager, together with its in house hospitality operator and asset manager, Klarent Hospitality, has acquired the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian. Completed in 1903, the five star 241-room hotel is a category A listed building with an “iconic” red sandstone façade.…
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Jun- 2023 -29 JuneHotels
Luton Hoo Hotel to be redeveloped as a Fairmont property
The owner of the Luton Hoo Hotel Arora Group has announced that the hotel will be developed under the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts brand. Prior to taking on the Fairmont flag, the hotel will undergo a multi-million-pound redevelopment over the next few years. Today the hotel stands a 5-star country…
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May- 2023 -19 MayHotel Brands
Two Hyatt hotels in Stratford unveil skyline meeting floors
Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House London Stratford have unveiled a new skyline meeting floor on the 12th floor, almost a year to the date after its official opening in 2022. The addition of three Kingsland Suites, two Dalton Suites, an open-air terrace and two Lea Suites bring an additional 4,392…
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Mar- 2023 -28 MarchLatest News
The Dorchester to recreate 1953 coronation decorations for King Charles
The Dorchester hotel has revealed plans to recreate the decorations used for Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953 for the upcoming coronation of King Charles in May. The original decorations for the 1953 coronation were created by British stage set designer Oliver Messel, who also unveiled a luxury suite at…
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14 MarchHotels
AGO opens first Central London hotel in Paddington
AGO has opened its first Central London hotel, The Rove London Paddington Hotel. AGO said the site, which features 75 newly refurbished bedrooms, is “perfect for tourists looking to explore the city and business travellers looking for a convenient place to stay before or after a busy day of meetings”. …
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Nov- 2021 -12 NovemberHotels
Hilton opens doors to The Gantry Hotel
Hilton has opened doors to The Gantry Hotel London, the brand’s first hotel in Stratford, and it marks the latest addition to Hilton’s Curio Collection. The hotel’s location allows for quick access to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City, and the ArcelorMittal Orbit is a five-minute walk. Additionally, the…
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Sep- 2021 -14 SeptemberHotels
The Grant Arms Hotel brought to market for £1.85m
The Grant Arms Hotel in Grantown-on-Spey has been brought to market off a guide price of over £1.85m. Located centrally on the Square in Grantown-on-Spey within the Cairngorms national park, The Grant Arms Hotel is a traditional town centre hotel and is an historic listed building with accommodation over four principal…
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May- 2020 -1 MayFree to read
Birmingham hotel to stay open for NHS staff and key workers
The Ibis Styles hotel on Hagley Road, Birmingham, has announced it is keeping its doors open to key workers who need a place to stay during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rooms have been made available at the 62 bed-property specifically for those who have been outlined by the Government as key…
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