Spain
Spain is a major destination for international hospitality groups, and a key area of interest for UK hotel operators, investors, and developers. Our coverage includes updates on hotel launches, renovation projects, and shifts in market dynamics across both urban centres and resort destinations. We report on investment flows, management changes, and the performance of hotel segments ranging from luxury to lifestyle. Analysis also explores how changing visitor behaviour and national policy developments shape the operating environment for hotels in Spain.
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Jul- 2025 -15 JulyHotel Brands
Global Hotel Alliance reports strong H1 results as travel demand rises
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the UAE-based network of independent hotel brands, has reported a 17% year‑on‑year rise in total hotel revenues for the first half of 2025, reaching £1.11bn. The performance, driven by a surge in international travel, marks a continuation of momentum from 2024 and sets a positive outlook…
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Jun- 2025 -19 JuneFeatures
How ‘slow tourism’ could boost hospitality in Ireland
At the start of the new year Tourism Ireland decided that June should be known as ‘Slow Tourism Month’. With the hopes of making June and slow tourism synonymous for years to come, the entire nation is promoting lingering and exploring instead of racing between landmarks for its 70 million…
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9 JuneHotel Brands
Travelodge begins construction on first hotel on Isle of Man
Travelodge has begun construction of an 80-room hotel in Douglas, its first on the Isle of Man. The budget hotel chain, which operates more than 610 sites across the UK, Ireland and Spain, is building the property at Villiers Square on Fort Street. The site is 300 metres from the…
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May- 2025 -22 MayHotel Brands
Travelodge revenues and profits hit by ‘tough market conditions’ in Q1
Travelodge has reported a drop in revenues from £205.5m to £198.4m, and a group EBITDA loss of £8.4m, down from profits of £4.9m in 2024, for the first quarter ended 31 March 2025, as its trading was hit by “tough market conditions”. The group stated that its sales were supported…
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21 MayHotels
Leonardo Hotels acquires Heathrow site from Aprirose
Leonardo Hotels, one of Europe’s fastest growing hotel groups, has announced the acquisition of its four-star Leonardo Hotel Heathrow, consolidating its ownership of the prominently located hotel on Bath Road, just five minutes by shuttle from Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3. Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland has operated the hotel…
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19 MayHotel Brands
Líbere Hospitality Group enters UK market
Líbere Hospitality Group (LHG), a Spanish operator of alternative short- and medium-term accommodation, has entered the UK market through its first operations agreement in London. The new 44-unit property located on Edgware Road is set to begin operations in May 2025, marking LHG’s first move beyond its established Southern European…
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2 MayHotel Brands
Travelodge opens 10th hotel in Liverpool
Travelodge has officially opened its 10th hotel in Liverpool, which has 101 rooms and overlooks Queens Dock. Travelodge Central Queens Dock and Arena benefits from 70 on-site car parking spaces and is situated just a 10-minute walk from the city centre, and in close proximity to many attractions, such as…
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Apr- 2025 -24 AprilHotels
Global Hotel Alliance hotel stay revenues rise 15% in Q1
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has reported strong Q1 results with double-digit gains across all key metrics. Total hotel stay revenues rose by 15% to $746m (£561m) over the period, while total room nights rose by 12% and the Average Daily Rate (ADR)…
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15 AprilPeople
The Montenotte appoints Juan Tudela as GM
The Montenotte, an independent, privately-owned, urban resort situated in the heart of Cork, has appointed Juan Tudela as general manager. With over two decades of international experience in luxury hospitality, working with some of the world’s most prestigious properties, the property said Tudela brings “exceptional expertise” to this new role.…
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14 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 14/4/25
The Social Hub Glasgow has launched its new premium Signature Rooms, marking the second location in the group’s European portfolio to offer the upgraded category. Each room includes a lounge area, bespoke furnishings, and luxury amenities. The launch coincides with the venue’s first anniversary, celebrating over 76,000 room nights and…
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