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MAY 23, 2023

Roomzzz Aparthotels, the boutique city living flexible accommodation provider, has officially opened its first property in Scotland. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, the aparthotel boasts a prime location at St James’ Quarter. Following seven years of planning and curating, the opening marks its 11th aparthotel across the UK.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Ferguson joins the hotel team with over 30 years of experience as a leader in the hotel, golf and sports industries in Scotland and Northern Ireland. It is an exceptional property in a truly spectacular location and I am very much looking forward to working alongside such a dedicated and talented team of staff. “We

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APRIL 26, 2024

Valor Hospitality is preparing to unveil two new five-star hotels in Northern Ireland and Scotland later this year. Meanwhile, in Scotland, Seaton House at the Home of Golf offers forty-two luxury bedrooms with sea or garden views, just moments away from St Andrews’ historic landmarks and stunning beaches.

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eHotelier

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The luxury country estate located in the Scottish Borders will then be the first Destination by Hyatt brand in Scotland.

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JULY 27, 2023

Scotland has seen transactions of independent boutique hotels reach £71m in H1 of 2023, accounting for 43% of all deals year to date, according to Savills. This compares to transaction volumes of just £54m for all hotels in the same period last year.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 14, 2023

The fundraising challenge set up by HIT Scotland in partnership with Crerar Hotels, ‘HIT the Crerar450’, has welcomed sponsors and numerous sign ups to raise funds for the Scottish hospitality industry starting on 17 September. Wayne-Wills said: “It’s not too late for those looking to support HIT Scotland to sign up.

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Boutique Hotel News

MAY 4, 2023

UK: Cumbria-based hotel Another Place is partnering with The Machrie, a hotel located on Islay off the west coast of Scotland, to launch a summer pop-up. For the month of August only, Another Place will launch a three-night, four-day stay at The Machrie hotel – which sits above a seven-mile beach on the island of Islay.

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Hotel Owner

MARCH 16, 2023

This acquisition marks Blantyre and Fairtree’s fourth landmark hospitality purchase within the UK since 2021 having also acquired Fonab Castle and Dunkeld House Hotel in Perthshire, Scotland and the Daffodil Hotel and Spa in Cumbria, England. Chris Wayne-Wills will remain in his post as Crerar Hotels CEO supported by his existing team.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Tarbet Hotel is historic and stately and located on the edge of Loch Lomond, dating back over four centuries. The venue is in such an iconic and beautiful part of Scotland, and we are excited to contribute to the growth and success of Argyll and Bute’s vibrant tourism sector. “Our

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 10, 2024

With a background in managing various prestigious hotels in northeast Scotland, Walker aims to enhance Fonab Castle’s reputation as one of Scotland’s premier five-star hotels. Cringletie Estate, located near Peebles in the Scottish Borders, is on the market for £2.9m for the freehold interest.

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Hotel Owner

JUNE 8, 2023

Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels has announced a new charity partnership with Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA), pledging to raise much-needed funds for the Scottish charity which provides life-saving services to communities in every corner of Scotland.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

The Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club, the group’s first hotel in Scotland, is a Grade A manor house set in over 1,000 acres and only 30 minutes from Edinburgh city centre, and 50 minutes from Glasgow. Meanwhile, The Forest of Arden Country Club is a four-star golf hotel, located in the Midlands only a 20-minute drive from Birmingham.

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AUGUST 2, 2023

Apex Hotels has secured a £60m refinancing package from Barclays to support its growth plans, including the purchase of additional hotels and resorts in rural locations. The news comes after Apex Hotels recently acquired Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry, marking its first property in rural Scotland.

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Hotel Owner

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Great Scotland Yard Hotel has been selected to join Internova Travel Group’s Curated Hotels and Resorts programme, a collection of 400 lifestyle properties around the world. We know that travellers have a world of options when it comes to booking a hotel or resort for their vacation.

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Hotel Owner

MAY 24, 2023

Crerar Hotels Group, which operates seven four and five-star hotels and inns in Scotland, is currently the Scottish chair of UK Hospitality, the country’s largest hospitality trade body, and was most recently awarded the title of the UK’s ‘Most Influential Hotels Group CEO of the Year’ 2023 by CEO Monthly Magazine.

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Hotel Owner

AUGUST 2, 2023

The recently refurbished Plough Inn in Wigtown, Scotland, has been brought to market at offers over £340,000, with rental offers also set to be entertained. The historic licensed hotel features four en-suite bedrooms and a three bedroomed owner/managers accommodation.

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Serviced Apartments

OCTOBER 2, 2023

UK: Serviced apartment operator Charles Hope has opened its first site in Scotland with the launch of a new build aparthotel in Aberdeen. Located in the city centre, Aberdeen by Charles Hope features a range of studio apartments complete with kitchenettes, including a stovetop, oven, refrigerator, toaster, and Nespresso machine.

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Hotel Owner

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The Millcroft hotel, situated on the North Coast 500 circular route around the north coast of Scotland, has been brought to market for offers over £700,000, including fixtures and fittings. The Millcroft, at Strath, Gairloch, occupies an elevated, central position within the village of Gairloch on the west coast of Scotland.

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Hotel Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The four-star Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club, situated 30 minutes from Edinburgh city centre, will be Warner Leisure Hotels’ first operation in Scotland. The hotel includes a Grade A manor house alongside two golf courses, leisure facilities, restaurants, bars and 215 bedrooms, set over 1,000 acres.

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OCTOBER 2, 2023

Designer Marie Soliman was enlisted to create a new luxurious design for the hotel, inspired by Scotland’s rugged beauty. Raffles London at The OWO, located in a historic Whitehall building, has officially opened to the public.

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 25, 2023

The former Lomond Hills Hotel in Fife, Scotland, has been brought to market for an undisclosed sum after it was placed into liquidation earlier this year. Located at the foot of the Lomond Hills in Freuchie, the 18th Century converted coaching inn had been trading for almost 300 years and was a popular venue for weddings and events.

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Hotel Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Scotland has seen hotel transaction volumes, of sales over £1m, reach £310m in 2023, up 98% on 2022’s figure of £156m, according to Savills. Overall Scotland accounted for circa 14% of all UK hotel deals last year as “the market remained resilient despite ongoing economic headwinds”.

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Hotel Owner

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Hotel brand Marine and Lawn announced in August that it was set to open two new hotels, Dornoch Station in Scotland and Slieve Donard in Northern Ireland. The brand officially launched in 2021 with Rusacks St Andrews and Marine North Berwick in Scotland. The Highlands are known for a coastal location and awe-inspiring views.

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Hotel Owner

MARCH 18, 2024

Glenpark Hotel in Ayr, South West Scotland, has officially been sold to a local family for an undisclosed amount. Located a short walk from the station, beach and local racecourse, the property features 21 bedrooms, bar, restaurant, and outside seating area. The hotel will be converted for use as their family home.

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 19, 2023

US: Five-star property The Mark Hotel, located in Manhattan, New York , has appointed Etienne Haro as general manager. Previous experience has included managerial roles with the Burj Al Arab in Dubai and The Caledonian in Scotland. Haro joins The Mark Hotel from La Mamounia in Marrakech, where he served as director.

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MARCH 13, 2023

It is located at the foot of the Lomond Hills in Freuchie, a village in Fife. Thomas McKay, partner at Begbies Traynor in Scotland, said: “Like many boutique hotels in small villages, the Lomond Hills Hotel has experienced very difficult trading conditions during the challenging winter season.

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Hotel Owner

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The Horse and Hound Country Inn, located near Hawick, Scottish Borders, has been sold for an undisclosed sum. This fantastic business was acquired by Mark and his family who recently relocated to Scotland. I wish them all the best for the future.”

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 brands, has announced the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness, marking its debut in Scotland and creating 35 full and part-time jobs. . It is reported that the new hotel, which sits on the banks of the River Ness on Glebe Street, will be managed by Hotel Co 51. .

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Boutique Hotel News

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

UK: At the end of 2025, Ruby Hotels will open its first hotel in Scotland located in Edinburgh on Princes Street. The new hotel is set to comprise 300 bedrooms across seven floors, a rooftop terrace, and 24/7 bar.

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Hotel Owner

JANUARY 24, 2024

Located in Blythswood Hill, the development adheres to sustainability principles and contemporary design within the central Glasgow conservation area. Cheval Maison, with existing locations in London, Edinburgh, and Dubai, anticipates further property announcements in 2024.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Andrew Square in Edinburgh, Scotland from Patrizia Hanover in order to develop a new Point A Hotel. The transaction will expand the footprint of the platform to 12 locations across the UK and Ireland. Andrew Square, centrally located in the city’s New Town area.

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Hotel Owner

JULY 13, 2023

Apex Hotels has announced the acquisition of Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry, Scotland. It also said that this move was the “perfect fit in seeking to diversify the Apex Hotels brand in more rural locations to provide our guests with greater choice alongside existing city centre locations”.

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Hotel Owner

APRIL 5, 2024

Located in the centre of Looe and overlooking the Looe River, the Rivercroft Hotel is set in the former home of a ship captain, believed to have been constructed in the 1890s. The business has been purchased by a family from Cornwall who own and operate hotels in Scotland and The Shetland Isles.

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Serviced Apartments

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Blagden Property submitted plans earlier this year to transform the building located at 12 George IV Bridge into serviced apartments, which previously operated as a language school. Forecasted operating incomes, costs and yields produced by Destiny Scotland available upon request.

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Hotel Owner

MAY 25, 2023

The hotels offer accommodation for team members who wish to stay on site in their nine properties, situated in some of Scotland’s most scenic locations from the West Highlands to Perthshire and the Scottish Borders.

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Hotel Owner

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The news of Anderson’s appointment comes as the company plans to expand Premier Inn in the north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland by adding 125,000 bedrooms. . I have hit the ground running and am looking forward to building the pipeline of new hotels in the north of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

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Serviced Apartments

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Cotton House, located on the corner of Cochrane Street and Montrose Street in the Merchant City area of Glasgow, was originally built in 1998 by Piers Gough of CZWG. Earlier this year, Roomzzz opened its first property in Scotland, located in the country’s capital city Edinburgh.

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