Today’s news in brief – 26/6/24
The Loch Kinord Hotel in Aberdeenshire is on the market for £1.25m. Situated in the scenic village of Dinnet in Royal Deeside, the hotel is adjacent to the popular Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve and near Balmoral Castle, attracting families, tourists, and royal enthusiasts. The traditionally decorated hotel boasts 21 boutique ensuite rooms, a function room, a restaurant and bar, and staff accommodations. Additionally, it offers eight self-catering lodges. The hotel, operated by the same family for 26 years, is being sold as the owners focus on other interests. Gary Witham, a hotel director at Christie and Co, is handling the sale and highlighted the hotel’s profitable operations and prime location.
Kabannas, a European hybrid hotel platform, has acquired Hayweight House in Edinburgh, marking its fourth acquisition in nine months as it expands across Europe. Hayweight House will be converted into a hybrid hotel offering a mix of innovative room and bed products across five floors. Kabannas aims to invest over €100m (£84.4m) in micro-accommodation assets across Europe, focusing on the “ultra-affordable” hospitality market. This segment represents a significant portion of global travel spend but is underrepresented in available accommodations. Kabannas plans to redefine guest experiences by integrating micro-accommodation with exceptional experiences and is flexible in acquiring and repositioning hospitality or non-prime office properties. The acquisition involved collaboration with SAMH and advisory services from several firms.
The McKeever Hotel Group, based in Antrim and operating five hotels across Northern Ireland and Donegal, has made two significant appointments to support its growth. Elaine Harkin has been appointed as group revenue manager, responsible for managing business functions across the hotels. Harkin brings over 20 years of hospitality experience, including roles in Spain and various hotels in Ireland. Iris Houston has been appointed general manager of the Adair Arms Hotel in Ballymena. Houston, with nearly 20 years at the Adair Arms, will oversee daily operations and lead its team to deliver on the group’s service culture.
The White Hart Hotel in Lincoln has introduced luxury fully-serviced apartments at No. 7 Castle Hill. The Georgian, Grade II-listed townhouse can accommodate up to eight guests and offers a unique stay in a prime location. The townhouse, refurbished to match the hotel’s premium standards, provides access to all hotel amenities, including 24-hour reception services and private dining options. Andrew Long, the hotel owner, highlighted the apartment’s exceptional views, spacious living areas, and private cinema room, positioning it as an ideal base for exploring historic Lincoln.
