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 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..

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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 9JanGMTHotel and Londonhotel 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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Choice Hotels, which operates the Clarion, Comfort and Quality brands, owns over 40 UK establishments and nearly 500 across Europe.

Its survey of British operators found 51 per cent of owners and general managers are expecting all hotels to benefit from incoming tourism and an increase in trade over the summer, while 18 per cent feel the improvement will be confined to places within the M25.

Furthermore, 29 per cent think only hotels in England's capital city will see any benefit.

Duncan Berry, UK chief executive officer of Choice Hotels Europe, commented:..

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This year's competition took place in Doha, Qatar's capital city. General manager Debrah Dhugga said she was delighted at the praise for her hotel and the team she worked with.

"The team's hard work, passion and our investment in training and development are the key to success at Dukes," explained Ms Dhugga.

She added that for every hotel, whatever its style or standard, service was the most important factor in ensuring success.

Dukes has 90 bedrooms and plays host to Thirty Six, Nigel Mendham's acclaimed..

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The £246 million investment will boost the hospitality giant's portfolio to 537 hotels and more than 39,000 rooms, reports Caterer and Hotelkeeper.

Chief executive Guy Parsons said he is pleased to keep opening hotels despite the difficult economic conditions prevalent in Britain.

He added that by opening new sites more quickly than anyone else, Travelodge can "create much-needed jobs, which is exactly what the British economy needs right now."

The company is in a good position to reach its aim of 1,000 hotels by 2020.

Mr Parsons noted that Travelodge has added 146 new locations to..

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The Ham yard development will comprise a 92-bedroom hotel as well as apartments and retail units and will join Firmdale's six other luxury hotels in London. Barclays has worked with the company for nearly 15 years.

Malcolm Soden, finance director of Firmdale Hotels, said it values its relationship with the bank and felt it is important to maintain levels of growth and expansion in the future.

"The ongoing success of Firmdale during a challenging time for the sector generally..

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Squared Circle Developments submitted the application after acquiring the site from Gate Gourmet, an airline contract catering firm, in December 2009, reports Caterer and Hotelkeeper.

Michael Drain Architects has been chosen to design the six-storey hotel, which will include 131 car parking spaces and will be located opposite Hatton Cross Tube station.

Demolition of the former catering building on the site has already begun and the accommodation could be ready within 18 months, subject to negotiations with operators.

Martin Drage, director of letting agent Mason Drage, said: "We have already experienced strong levels of interest from budget and mid-market operators..

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