http://news.caterer.comNews from Caterer.comen-gbWed, 30 Jan 2008 13:57:45 GMTCopyright: (C) Totaljobs Group Ltd, see http://www.caterer.com/Contents/Content/TermsAndConditions.html for terms and conditions of reuseHotel jobs could be created in Bristol through the development of an eight-storey, 175-bedroom hotel in the city centre proposed by the UK's largest hotel chain, Premier Inn.

The Whitbread-owned chain is planning to occupy a site at Lewins Mead which has been left derelict for a number of years and invest up to £10 million in the property, which will include a bar and restaurant.

Peter Lawson, associate director at development and planning specialists Turley Associates, said he is delighted with the decision to allow the scheme to go ahead.

"Together with new jobs, the hotel will attract significant numbers of tourists and business travellers to the city who are seeking affordable centrally located accommodation," Mr Lawson added.

He expressed his hope..

Read full article]]>http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801284364/premier-inn-to-generate-jobs-in-bristol/http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801284364/premier-inn-to-generate-jobs-in-bristol/Mon, 6 Feb 2012 09:59:16 9FebGMTHotelhotel management jobs across the UK enjoyed a fairly positive year in 2011 despite the economic slump and falling consumer confidence in other sectors.

Hospitality research experts STR Global found revenue-per-available-room (RevPAR) growth in 2011, indicating a successful year of trading.

However, events such as the royal wedding had little impact on hotel performance, something which could concern hoteliers banking on a boost in business levels over the course of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

"Overall 2011 has been a good year for UK hoteliers thanks to positive demand growth," said Elizabeth Randall, managing director at STR Global.

RevPAR grew by 8.4 per cent in London over the course of the year and by 1.5 per cent across the regions.

Despite this,..

Read full article]]>http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801283672/hotels-enjoy-positive-growth-in-2011/http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801283672/hotels-enjoy-positive-growth-in-2011/Fri, 3 Feb 2012 15:57:32 15FebGMTHotelHotel management jobs could be generated in London after the Edwardian Group continued its UK expansion by purchasing London's iconic Odeon West End cinema in Leicester Square, revealing plans to create a 245-bed hotel on the site.

The cinema, built in 1930, is opposite the larger flagship cinema Odeon Leicester Square, which often hosts UK and European film premieres.

Robert Morley, director of Edwardian Group, said the company saw this acquisition as another prestigious site to add to their 12-strong hotel operation in the capital city.

"Not only will it be a landmark development for the capital but it will create upwards of 400 jobs," he added.

"Investment in potential, creation of jobs and a huge vision for the future" are crucial to..

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The work on Broadway would involve the demolition of three floors and the construction of eight more at the former job centre, which has been disused for the last three years, reports the Croydon Guardian.

Travelodge, Ibis and Holiday Inn are reputed to be interested in securing the lease if construction goes ahead.

Property manager Mustak Ibrahim, from developer Crown Properties, said: "We will take all valid complaints from residents into account but I don't think there have been any."

A spokesman from Travelodge, which is undertaking an aggressive expansion campaign..

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Set up as a joint venture with the Harilela Group, the hotel is in London's Belgravia district and hopes to bring a conjunction of British and American style to the area.

Jason Pomeranc, co-owner of Thompson Hotels, said he expected the new establishment to have an impact on Londoners and international travellers alike.

"As with all our Thompson Hotels, guests can expect impeccable service and style from Belgraves," added his partner Stephen Brandman.

The 85-room hotel will incorporate a restaurant and bar as..

Read full article]]>http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801280455/belgraves-hotel-opens-in-london/http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801280455/belgraves-hotel-opens-in-london/Wed, 1 Feb 2012 09:54:25 9FebGMTHotelhotel jobs at the Haycock Hotel in Wamsford, Peterborough, will be working under new ownership after the Macdonald Hotels and Resorts group took over the historic establishment.

The 48-bedroom hotel is rumoured to have been a resting place for Mary Queen of Scots on the way to her execution and a former temporary residence for Queen Victoria.

Although the 40-strong staff are expected to be retained by the new owner, it also plans to enhance the food on offer by changing the menu to ensure chefs only use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Chris Gillett, managing director of Macdonald Hotels management services, said the Haycock offered impressive and up-to-date conference facilities and could accommodate over 250 delegates.

"These factors, combined with its geographical..

Read full article]]>http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801279082/historic-hotel-has-new-owner/http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801279082/historic-hotel-has-new-owner/Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:59:06 9JanGMTHotelHospitality jobs could be generated in the West Midlands through plans from RPS to develop a 250-room, safari-style hotel in a Bewdley wildlife park in conjunction with a rail link set up by the Severn Valley railway operator.

The hotel would be built near road access to the safari park and close to the conference centre and water park, reports the Express and Star.

An artist's impression of what the structure will look like was revealed at a question-and-answer session with local residents about the development plans.

This was set up to assuage concerns over potential disruption to the area, with people concerned about potential overcrowding and heavy traffic.

"Road measures have to be considered and I am pleased this is being taken..

Read full article]]>http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801278594/safari-style-hotel-planned-for-west-midlands/http://news.caterer.com/article/view/hotel/801278594/safari-style-hotel-planned-for-west-midlands/Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:40:47 16JanGMTHotelhotel jobs in London enjoyed a successful year in 2011 despite the global economic slowdown and a dip in consumer confidence, according to the latest survey from TRI Hospitality Consulting.

Profit per room in the English capital's hotels went up by 4.7 per cent last year, mainly because of a 6.1 per cent increase in revenue per available room.

The average room rate for hotels in London rose to £131.03 last year, while overall profit per room in the provinces dropped by 3.2 per cent.

TRI Hospitality Consulting managing director Jonathan Langston said: "Despite a challenging economic backdrop, London hotels have again outperformed expectations by showing profit growth in 2011."

He added that events like the London 2012 Olympic Games..

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Invest NI has been urged to put money into the £12 million development, which would become Ballycastle's only temporary accommodation after the closure of the Marine Hotel in 2010.

The development is expected to create 70 full-time and 35 part-time jobs.

Councillor Padraig McShane claimed he is confident the plan can be delivered, but urged the enterprise minister and Invest NI to offer it a degree of support.

"Moyle has consistently attempted to create a tourist infrastructure that would be in keeping with the natural tourist product of the district," added Mr McShane.

He added that the development would fit..

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The owners expect work to be completed by the summer of 2012 and hope this will establish the accommodation as some of the best in the north of England.

Philip Wharton, Stanley House general manager, said the company was working with the best available contractors and advisers to ensure it creates an impressive and enjoyable experience for potential visitors.

"Our advisers have worked with the finest hotels and spas in the world, so there is no doubt that Stanley House's offering will be unrivalled in the region," he added.

Neil Howard from Howard Spa..

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