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Stay informed on RSM’s role in the UK hotel sector. From in-depth market research and sector reports to audit, tax and consulting mandates, this section delivers the latest news and intel on one of the leading professional services firms. You’ll find analysis of financial performance benchmarks, regulatory updates, risk management advice and case studies of RSM’s work with hotel owners, operators and investors. Whether you’re seeking strategic guidance on compliance or looking to optimise your hotel’s financial structure, this hub equips you with the insights you need from RSM’s expertise.
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Jul- 2025 -1 JulyEconomy
Hoteliers face squeeze on profits as staff costs hit
Increased staff costs continue to hit the bottom line for hotels, with investment in AI expected to rise as hoteliers look to create efficiencies, according data from RSM. The data, which is compiled and produced by Hotstats and analysed by RSM UK, shows average daily rates (ADR) of occupied rooms…
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Jun- 2025 -2 JuneHotels
Hoteliers see staff costs rise amid pressure on room rates
A rise in staff costs in April, as a result of changes to national minimum wage and employer NICs, combined with pressure on room rates led to a decline in profits for hoteliers, according to RSM. UK hotel payroll as a percentage of revenue increased from 31.6% to 33.3% in…
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May- 2025 -14 MayFeatures
Are London’s economy hotels becoming too expensive?
Data from commercial real-estate data company CoStar has revealed that economy hotels are now more expensive than some midscale hotels in certain areas of London. This trend is a sign of London’s rising affordability challenges. However, in submarkets where prices for mid-tier hotels are slightly higher than economy rooms, the…
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Apr- 2025 -30 AprilHotels
Hoteliers strive to make up lost ground in March, RSM finds
UK hotels strived to make up lost ground in March, as the gap in occupancy and room rates year-on-year narrowed, according to the RSM Hotels Tracker. The data, which is compiled and produced by Hotstats and analysed by RSM UK, shows occupancy of UK hotels remained relatively flat in March…
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Mar- 2025 -31 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 31/3/25
Cameron House on Loch Lomond has appointed Gary Rice as its new general manager. Rice, who previously served as director of operations at the luxury five-star hotel, has over 28 years of experience in hospitality. He will oversee the day-to-day operations, including accommodation, leisure, food and beverage, and team development.…
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31 MarchHotels
Hotel occupancy flatlines as room rates take a hit in Feb
UK hotel occupancy was up slightly from 70.8% to 71.5% in February year-on-year, and from 72.8% to 73.1% in London, according to the latest data from RSM. However, the average daily rates (ADR) of occupied rooms in the UK decreased from £125.96 to £123.69 in February year-on-year, and from £180.89…
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11 MarchHotels
Hotel staff costs jump in January ahead of employers’ NIC rise
Staff costs in the UK hotel sector jumped in January, hitting profits even before April’s rise in employers’ National Insurance contributions and National Minimum Wage, according to data from RSM. The data shows total hotel payroll costs as a percentage of total revenue rose from 28.8% in December 2024 to…
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3 MarchHotels
UK luxury hotel occupancy rises to 69.8% in 2024
The luxury hotel market has continued to strengthen as guests have “upgraded” their choice of hotel, with occupancy of UK luxury hotels rising from 68.2% in 2023 to 69.8% in 2024 as cost-of-living pressures have started to ease, according to RSM The RSM Hotels Tracker: Focus on Asset Classes found…
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Feb- 2025 -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 FebruaryEconomy
RSM: UK hotels end year on high, but cost pressures set to worsen
Occupancy and room rates of UK hotels were up year-on-year in December, but profits remained flat as cost pressures started to bite, according to the RSM Hotels Tracker. The data, which is compiled and produced by Hotstats and analysed by RSM UK, shows occupancy of UK hotels was up from…
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