Virgin Hotels Edinburgh was officially opened by Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson at the end of last week (March 24), and to mark the occasion an exclusive musical performance from Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo piper, Louise Marshall, played a selection of traditional Scottish songs on the hotel’s roof terrace against the impressive backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. After opening in June 2022, the final phase of the launch will see the opening of the hotel’s 222 Chambers and Grand Chamber Suites as well as all dining outlets including, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, Comm ..read more

Designed by 7N Architects, a new ten-storey 183,000 sq.ft. net office and nine-storey hotel of around 197 rooms at 20 Haymarket Yards is being brought forward by Stamford Property Holdings, after being given the green light by City of Edinburgh Council. Construction is due to start in 2024. The approved planning application, granted subject to conditions, includes the demolition of the low-rise and outdated Elgin House office building, which lies close to Haymarket Station. Commenting on this, Stamford Property Holdings Uri Goldberg said, “Our development will regenerate and intensify a c ..read more

The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen at InterContinental Edinburgh The George closed its doors yesterday (19 March) as the hotel prepares to reveal ‘exciting’ plans for a new restaurant. The hotel said in a statement “InterContinental Edinburgh The George would like to thank those diners who have supported The Printing Press Bar & Kitchen over the years and the team for their continued efforts as the hotel prepares to announce exciting news regarding the restaurant space. All current team members will remain in their roles ahead of the new opening later this year. “InterContinental Edinbur ..read more

Ayr-based property company, Donnini, which operates a portfolio of over fifty properties available for leisure and corporate lets, and has now added the 12-room Kylestrome Hotel in Ayr as its first foray into hotel accommodation as it launches the Donnini Collection Hotels. Jake Murray and Laurence Malyon, joint founders of Donnini, said; “We are thrilled to finally announce the launch of Donnini Collection Hotels, which will run alongside our existing apartments and houses. Providing hotel rooms has been a long-awaited goal in our evolution as a provider of first-class accommodation. “We have ..read more

Crerar Hotels’ has been acquired by Blantyre Capital Limited together with their operating partner Fairtree Hotel Investments. 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, and the Daffodil Hotel and Spa in Cumbria, England. Crerar’s highly regarded portfolio of seven 4 and 5 star hotels will form a key part of the new owners’ plans to build a significant luxury UK hotel portfolio. Crerar Hotel Group had recently realigned their market position targeting the m ..read more

Crerar Hotels has appointed Gemma Coll as General Manager at the award-winning Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, adopting the new senior position within the business on International Women’s Day (8 March). Gemma, who was formally the Assistant Manager of the hotel, has been with the company since 2021 and has over 11 years of managerial experience within the hospitality industry, both within Scotland and internationally. Prior to joining Crerar Hotels, Gemma worked for some of Scotland’s biggest hotels in the business, including the prestigious Gleneagles Hotel, and the Macdonald Forrest Hills Res ..read more

The Roseate Edinburgh has just opened in the capital in the property that was originally known as the Dunstane Houses. It is now owned by Roseate Hotels & Resorts, a brand of Bird Hospitality, Bird Group, India which bought Dunstane last year. Now it has unveiled its new look for the refurbished Victorian townhouses which make up the hotel and which offers 35 luxurious rooms and suites, each uniquely styled to balance timeless tradition and modern comfort. It offers intimate and luxurious rooms and suites with wellappointed en-suite shower rooms, handcrafted beds with Egyptian cotton sheet ..read more

Cameron House has appointed Andrea Molloy as its new Director of Spa. With more than thirty years’ experience within the spa and wellness industry, Andrea joins Cameron House following a position as International Training Manager at ESPA International for ten years where she taught at five of the world’s most luxurious resorts, including The Corinthia in London, Only & Only Reethi Rah Maldives and Four Seasons Lisbon – teaching the full ESPA syllabus in a range of areas from ayurvedic treatments and sleep rituals to mindful massages. Andrea will be working closely with Leeann McKenna ..read more

One Devonshire Gardens by Hotel du Vin in Glasgow has been awarded  three AA Rosettes, one of only 14 new three AA Rosette awards across the UK, and the only new award in Scotland. According to AA rated trips the inspectors said “This is a properly luxurious boutique hotel with a dining room to match. Wine is an important part of the equation here, and knowledgeable staff will guide you around the impressive wine list, while the kitchen continues to aim high and resoundingly hit that target. Menus are very seasonal, with plenty of Scottish produce (from Kilbrannan langoustines to Newtonmo ..read more

HILTON is to open a new hotel Motto by Hilton in Glasgow and it will be the first Motto in Scotland and only the second in Europe. It is expected to open in 2024. The brand made its European debut in Rotterdam in November. The new 186-bedroom hotel, will be part of a franchise agreement with Cycas Hospitality, and will be located on the corner of Clyde Street and Maxwell Street. Motto by Hilton Glasgow, will be an urban, lifestyle hotel which has been designed to help guests live like a local in prime locations. The Motto brand offer efficient guest rooms, activated social spaces, and locally ..read more