Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 11

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IHG reports steady RevPAR and stronger development pace in Q3

📈 IHG Group reported a 0.1% rise in RevPAR for Q3 ending September 30, 2025. Global RevPAR increased by 1.4% year-to-date. Regional RevPAR grew 0.8% in the Americas, 3.8% in EMEAA, but fell 2.6% in Greater China. Global rooms revenue rose 4%, despite a 2% dip in leisure and 4% in group bookings. IHG opened 99 hotels (14,500 rooms) and signed 170 hotels (22,600 rooms) this quarter. The company has completed $700m of its $900m share buyback program.

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Daish’s Holidays sees 12% rise in winter bookings

🏖 Daish’s Holidays reports a 12% increase in bookings for winter and festive breaks. In November and December, Turkey and Tinsel, Christmas, and Twixmas packages set records, with all hotels fully booked for five- and six-day Christmas breaks. The Barrowfield Hotel in Newquay reopens after three years to meet demand. The Abbey Lawn Hotel in Torquay sees a 33% booking rise; Esplanade Hotel in Scarborough, 17%; Russell Hotel in Weymouth, 15%.

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Beaumont Mayfair appoints new head and deputy head concierge

📍 Alan Noone and Brett Tidy join The Beaumont Mayfair as head and deputy head concierge, respectively. Noone, with over 25 years in the luxury hotel sector, has served at The Berkeley, The Connaught, and The Stafford London. Tidy brings over 40 years of experience from The Stafford London. Both are Les Clefs d’Or members. The Beaumont, opened in 2014, enhances its team with these appointments, aiming to maintain high service standards.

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Queens Hotel Leeds gains Green Key accreditation

📖 Queens Hotel, Leeds, earned Green Key accreditation for sustainable operations. Achieved by meeting 13 criteria, including energy efficiency and waste management, this adds to existing Green Tourism and Greengage EcoSmart awards. A Green Team, led by Sunil Lad and assisted by Mission Net Zero, implemented eco-friendly practices. Owned by Pandox and managed by Axiom Hospitality, the hotel combines luxury with sustainability and runs social responsibility programs.

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Restaurant and hotel prices rise as inflation holds steady at 3.8%

💸 UK, September: ONS reports unchanged inflation at 3.8%. Restaurant and hotel prices rose by 3.9% annually, with a 0.8% monthly increase. Hospitality continues to pressure inflation, contrasting with stabilizing food/drink prices. Persistent cost pressures from energy and wages elevate hospitality inflation. This "stickier" inflation complicates the Bank of England's 2% target goal. Despite challenges, consumer demand remains resilient as the year’s final quarter approaches.

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IHF and Fáilte Ireland host hotel sustainability event

📁 20 October, Dublin: The Irish Hotels Federation and Fáilte Ireland hosted a conference for over 200 hoteliers to discuss sustainability. Themed “Climate Action: Driving Competitiveness,” the event focused on global trends and operational efficiency. Notable speakers included Craig Bennett and Richard Burrett. Fáilte Ireland’s Climate Action Programme, launched in February 2024, involves over 300 tourism businesses. 87% of IHF members plan sustainability investments, while 75% of global travelers aim for sustainable travel.

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Zeal Hotels recognised for sustainable Exeter project

🏨 Zeal Hotels' Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park was named 'Green Building Project of the Year' at the Edie Net Zero Awards 2025 in the UK. This 142-room hotel, aiming for a BREEAM Outstanding rating, was chosen from a shortlist of nine. It boasts multiple sustainability accolades, including three Gold titles at the Food Drive Devon Awards and Gold from Green Tourism. Zeal plans to expand its sustainable model across the UK.

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Dorchester Collection to manage £2bn 1 Mayfair development

🏠 Caudwell has partnered with Dorchester Collection to manage services at the £2bn 1 Mayfair development in London, set for completion in Q1 2027. Located near Park Lane, the 24-residence project offers luxury amenities like a 20-meter pool, gym, and 24-hour security. Designed by Robert A.M. Stern with interiors by Juan Pablo Molyneux, it includes in-home services and priority access to The Dorchester’s facilities. Dorchester aims for top-tier service standards.

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Strathmore Golf Centre revives hotel plans as sale begins

🏌 Strathmore Golf Centre near Alyth, Perthshire seeks a new owner for £1.65m. Owned for 20 years by David Norman and Peter and Simon Howell, it spans 79 hectares and hosted the PGA National Fourball Championship. With lapsed planning consent for a 30-bed lodge and 34 chalets, it's ripe for revival. Featuring 18-hole and 9-hole courses, a driving range, and more, it offers potential for a luxury staycation resort, promising jobs and growth.

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Meliá Hotels partners with Les Roches to train future leaders

🏨 Meliá Hotels International and Les Roches partner in 2025 to launch the "Meliá Future Talent Programme." Les Roches, ranked second globally for hospitality management, will tailor its curriculum to Meliá's needs. Students will intern globally at Meliá properties and may secure three-year contracts post-graduation. The programme, accredited by Swiss and U.S. bodies, emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and leadership. This initiative builds on Les Roches' past collaborations, linking education with industry needs.

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