South East
Covers hotel industry developments across South East England, including new openings, refurbishments, planning applications, tourism trends, and performance data. Reporting spans key locations such as Brighton, Oxford, Canterbury, and the New Forest, with insights into both branded and independent operators. Also includes coverage of local authority decisions, investment activity, and factors influencing leisure and business demand across the region’s hospitality market.
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Jul- 2025 -7 JulyProperty
UK hotel investment set for strong H2 after slow start to 2025
UK hotel transaction volumes reached approximately £1.59bn in the first half of 2025, a slower start than the previous year, but market activity remained encouraging, with signs pointing to a stronger second half, according to data from Savills. These muted levels of transactions in the first half were expected following…
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4 JulyHotels
Royal Bell to reopen as boutique hotel and venue amid £10m refurb
The Royal Bell in Bromley is set to reopen this autumn following a £10m restoration, transforming the Grade II-listed building into a boutique hotel, community hub and hospitality venue. Closed for several years, the site has undergone “significant redevelopment” by the Belle Collective, a group of investors with personal ties…
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Jun- 2025 -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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May- 2025 -28 MayHotels
Queens Hotel Brighton brought to market for £18.5m
Brighton’s seafront Queens Hotel has been brought to market off a guide price of £18.5m. The property directly fronts onto the beach, and comprises 94 ensuite guest bedrooms, as well as a retail unit and a vacant restaurant unit. The hotel is home to a popular leisure facility with a…
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28 MayHotel Brands
Travelodge to open new hotel as part of Watford regeneration scheme
Travelodge has announced that it has exchanged contracts to develop a new 131-bedroom hotel in Watford. This latest addition will be the group’s second hotel in the town and forms part of Watford Riverwell, a £500m regeneration scheme being delivered through a joint venture between Kier Property and Watford Borough…
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8 MayHotels
Travelodge exchanges contracts for new Bishop’s Stortford hotel
Travelodge has exchanged contracts to develop a new 89-room hotel at the Goods Yard development in Bishop’s Stortford. The new-build hotel will feature Travelodge’s latest “premium look and feel design”, including a contemporary reception area and next-generation rooms. Subject to planning permission, the hotel will be developed by Solum, the…
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Apr- 2025 -23 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 23/4/25
Rose House, a historic 18th-century property in Dundee city centre, is on the market for £1.4m. Originally a specialist care home, it has been recently refurbished for mature student and HMO use. The building features 20 bedrooms, multiple kitchens and living rooms, a gym, and dining facilities. Positioned close to…
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23 AprilHotels
Valor unveils two new hotels in partnership with Voco hotels
Valor Hospitality has overseen a major refurbishment and rebrand programme at two South East hotels, culminating in the launch of Voco Southampton and Voco Fareham-Solent. The two new Voco hotels have received extensive investment to create a “premium and personalised” experience with brand new dining and leisure facilities. The refurbishments…
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Mar- 2025 -4 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 4/3/25
The Landmark London has promoted Matteo Sargentelli to the role of head pastry chef. A member of the hotel’s culinary team since 2018, Sargentelli has worked in top London establishments like Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester and Oblix Restaurant. Rising through the ranks from junior pastry sous chef to deputy…
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4 MarchHotels
Countrywide Hotels appointed to manage Orida Hotels Newbury
Countrywide Hotels has been appointed to manage Orida Hotels Newbury, formerly known as DoubleTree by Hilton Newbury North. The 113-bedroom hotel, which will trade as Orida Hotels Newbury, is the latest addition to the Orida Hotels portfolio. Other properties include Orida Hotels Maidstone, Holiday Inn Maidstone – Sevenoaks, and three…
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