Hensol Castle Reopens As Conference Venue

The 400 year old  17th-century castle has original architecture, turrets, gothic towers and feature staircases, and its restoration is being completed in close association with the Vale of Glamorgan Council and CADW, the Welsh Government’s body responsible for preserving Welsh heritage. The former stately home is situated six miles outside of Cardiff city centre and three minutes off junction 34 of the M4, and is set within landscaped gardens with a 15-acre lake and serpentine pond. Hensol Castle can be hired exclusively which means you can conduct your meeting or event in complete privacy.

As part of the Vale Resort, the Hall is in the same grounds as the four star hotel which includes 143 bedrooms, 2 championship golf courses, Wales largest spa and their award winning dinning sporting facilities.

The stunning Hensol Castle, located within the grounds of the Vale Resort, has just completed a £10 million revamp, the first phase of which introduces conference facilities in the new purpose-built Courtyard Hall. The Courtyard Hall is capable of hosting 320 delegate’s theatre-style and 200 delegates banquet-style. The facilities at Courtyard Hall will be complemented by five smaller meeting rooms in the castle itself that can host between 10-100 delegates per room theatre-style. The Courtyard Hall has been designed to be energy efficient with heat-retaining and heat-reflective glass, low energy lighting and a natural grass and wildflower roof.

The 400 year old  17th-century castle has original architecture, turrets, gothic towers and feature staircases, and its restoration is being completed in close association with the Vale of Glamorgan Council and CADW, the Welsh Government’s body responsible for preserving Welsh heritage. The former stately home is situated six miles outside of Cardiff city centre and three minutes off junction 34 of the M4, and is set within landscaped gardens with a 15-acre lake and serpentine pond. Hensol Castle can be hired exclusively which means you can conduct your meeting or event in complete privacy.

As part of the Vale Resort, the Hall is in the same grounds as the four star hotel which includes 143 bedrooms, 2 championship golf courses, Wales largest spa and their award winning dinning sporting facilities.

Hensol Castle reopens as conference venue
Hensol Castle reopens as conference venue

The stunning Hensol Castle, located within the grounds of the Vale Resort, has just completed a £10 million revamp, the first phase of which introduces conference facilities in the new purpose-built Courtyard Hall. The Courtyard Hall is capable of hosting 320 delegate’s theatre-style and 200 delegates banquet-style. The facilities at Courtyard Hall will be complemented by five smaller meeting rooms in the castle itself that can host between 10-100 delegates per room theatre-style. The Courtyard Hall has been designed to be energy efficient with heat-retaining and heat-reflective glass, low energy lighting and a natural grass and wildflower roof.

The 400 year old  17th-century castle has original architecture, turrets, gothic towers and feature staircases, and its restoration is being completed in close association with the Vale of Glamorgan Council and CADW, the Welsh Government’s body responsible for preserving Welsh heritage. The former stately home is situated six miles outside of Cardiff city centre and three minutes off junction 34 of the M4, and is set within landscaped gardens with a 15-acre lake and serpentine pond. Hensol Castle can be hired exclusively which means you can conduct your meeting or event in complete privacy.

As part of the Vale Resort, the Hall is in the same grounds as the four star hotel which includes 143 bedrooms, 2 championship golf courses, Wales largest spa and their award winning dinning sporting facilities.

Pestana To Manage Luxury Hotel In Madrid’S Plaza Mayor

The Portuguese chain, currently in the process of internationalising the brand in Europe, will be operating the luxury hotel in Plaza Mayor for at least 40 years.

Casa de la Carnicería stands in the centre of the south side of Madrid’s iconic square, Plaza Mayor. The four-storey building is topped by angular towers on the sides, a gabled top floor and an arcaded ground floor. It is very similar to Casa de la Panadería, just opposite, although the latter’s walls are decorated with frescoes, whereas the walls of Casa de la Carnicería are red. Nobody knows exactly how far back the original building dates, but it is thought that it was rebuilt in 1631 after a fire.

Hotel group Pestana has submitted the best financial proposal for the competition for awarding the contract for managing the future 5-star hotel based in Casa de la Carnicería, owned by Madrid City Council and situated in Plaza Mayor.

The Portuguese chain, currently in the process of internationalising the brand in Europe, will be operating the luxury hotel in Plaza Mayor for at least 40 years.

Casa de la Carnicería stands in the centre of the south side of Madrid’s iconic square, Plaza Mayor. The four-storey building is topped by angular towers on the sides, a gabled top floor and an arcaded ground floor. It is very similar to Casa de la Panadería, just opposite, although the latter’s walls are decorated with frescoes, whereas the walls of Casa de la Carnicería are red. Nobody knows exactly how far back the original building dates, but it is thought that it was rebuilt in 1631 after a fire.

Pestana to manage luxury hotel in Madrid's Plaza Mayor
Pestana to manage luxury hotel in Madrid's Plaza Mayor

Hotel group Pestana has submitted the best financial proposal for the competition for awarding the contract for managing the future 5-star hotel based in Casa de la Carnicería, owned by Madrid City Council and situated in Plaza Mayor.

The Portuguese chain, currently in the process of internationalising the brand in Europe, will be operating the luxury hotel in Plaza Mayor for at least 40 years.

Casa de la Carnicería stands in the centre of the south side of Madrid’s iconic square, Plaza Mayor. The four-storey building is topped by angular towers on the sides, a gabled top floor and an arcaded ground floor. It is very similar to Casa de la Panadería, just opposite, although the latter’s walls are decorated with frescoes, whereas the walls of Casa de la Carnicería are red. Nobody knows exactly how far back the original building dates, but it is thought that it was rebuilt in 1631 after a fire.

Barcelo To Open Its First Five-Star Hotel In Madrid

The personality of Eugenia de Montijo, a cosmopolitan, independent and charismatic woman during her lifetime, is shown as a series of episodes that guests will gradually be able to discover in the hotel’s public areas.The hotel refurbishment will involve a fresh take on the palatial style, with moulded plasterwork ceilings, frescoes and chandeliers, parquet and marble floors, fabric lined walls with plasterwork cornices, plus 21st century furniture alongside occasional pieces reminiscent of the Neoclassic style.The Barceló Emperatriz hotel will be the first top category establishment owned by Barceló in Madrid

Barcelo hotel group is set to open its first five-star hotel in Madrid this year. The Barceló Emperatriz hotel is planned to open in the last quarter of the year.The chain aims to carry out a full refurbishment of the hotel to not only improve quality but also to give it a distinctive character in which everything revolves round the last French empress, Eugenia de Montijo.  The 19th century palatial style will be reinterpreted and adapted to the needs of MICE guests, resulting in a luxury version of the original.

The personality of Eugenia de Montijo, a cosmopolitan, independent and charismatic woman during her lifetime, is shown as a series of episodes that guests will gradually be able to discover in the hotel’s public areas.The hotel refurbishment will involve a fresh take on the palatial style, with moulded plasterwork ceilings, frescoes and chandeliers, parquet and marble floors, fabric lined walls with plasterwork cornices, plus 21st century furniture alongside occasional pieces reminiscent of the Neoclassic style.The Barceló Emperatriz hotel will be the first top category establishment owned by Barceló in Madrid

Barcelo hotel group is set to open its first five-star hotel in Madrid this year. The Barceló Emperatriz hotel is planned to open in the last quarter of the year.The chain aims to carry out a full refurbishment of the hotel to not only improve quality but also to give it a distinctive character in which everything revolves round the last French empress, Eugenia de Montijo.  The 19th century palatial style will be reinterpreted and adapted to the needs of MICE guests, resulting in a luxury version of the original.

The personality of Eugenia de Montijo, a cosmopolitan, independent and charismatic woman during her lifetime, is shown as a series of episodes that guests will gradually be able to discover in the hotel’s public areas.The hotel refurbishment will involve a fresh take on the palatial style, with moulded plasterwork ceilings, frescoes and chandeliers, parquet and marble floors, fabric lined walls with plasterwork cornices, plus 21st century furniture alongside occasional pieces reminiscent of the Neoclassic style.The Barceló Emperatriz hotel will be the first top category establishment owned by Barceló in Madrid

Barcelo to open its first five-star hotel in Madrid
Barcelo to open its first five-star hotel in Madrid

Barcelo hotel group is set to open its first five-star hotel in Madrid this year. The Barceló Emperatriz hotel is planned to open in the last quarter of the year.The chain aims to carry out a full refurbishment of the hotel to not only improve quality but also to give it a distinctive character in which everything revolves round the last French empress, Eugenia de Montijo.  The 19th century palatial style will be reinterpreted and adapted to the needs of MICE guests, resulting in a luxury version of the original.

The personality of Eugenia de Montijo, a cosmopolitan, independent and charismatic woman during her lifetime, is shown as a series of episodes that guests will gradually be able to discover in the hotel’s public areas.The hotel refurbishment will involve a fresh take on the palatial style, with moulded plasterwork ceilings, frescoes and chandeliers, parquet and marble floors, fabric lined walls with plasterwork cornices, plus 21st century furniture alongside occasional pieces reminiscent of the Neoclassic style.The Barceló Emperatriz hotel will be the first top category establishment owned by Barceló in Madrid

The Radisson Blue Bristol

The Radisson Blue Bristol
The Radisson Blue Bristol

The Radisson Blu  Bristol is an 18-storey hotel and is the second tallest building in the city boasting stunning views of both the city and Bristol Harbourside. Situated only 20 minutes from Bristol airport, the hotel has 176 rooms and suites in three design styles: Chic, Fashion and Fresh. There are five contemporary meeting rooms and the hotel can host up to 120 delegates on a dedicated conference floor. 

You can soak up the atmosphere and really impress your guests by hosting an event on the 17th floor exclusive balcony area. This can now be hired for private functions and the possibilities are endless including canapé receptions, VIP parties, BBQ’s etc. The hotel also offers BBQ events as well on our 2nd floor balcony area which again can be hired exclusively with prices here starting from just £18.00 per person.Seasonal and bespoke Day Delegate Packages are also offered, that include ice creams, fresh ingredients.. think slushies, strawberries, tropical in the summer and decadent, luxurious hot chocolate with marshmallows in the winter!

Great Hotels Of The World

Great Hotels of the World
Great Hotels of the World
Great Hotels of the world now have 109 4 & 5* properties in their collection, they have recently added the UK Morgan Group which includes the Mondrian Hotel.Great Hotels of the world is an alliance of luxury hotels and resorts. Each hotel in the group is carefully selected for its dedication to excellence in hospitality and its exceptional facilities for both business and leisure travel.

Hampshire Hotels Sign Up 5 New Properties

Hampshire Hotels sign up 5 new properties
Hampshire Hotels sign up 5 new properties

Hampshire Hotels are a 4* & 5* brand in the Netherlands with a strong corporate focus. They are marketing partners with venuefinder.com and have signed up 5 properties on the site including Amsterdam American Hotel, The Manor Amsterdam, The Rembrandt Square Amsterdam, Babylon Hotel The Hague and Design Hotel Maastrict.  No two properties are the same and their flagship, the Amsterdam American Hotel, are currently undergoing a refurbishment programme on their bedrooms.  

The Latest From H10’S Spanish Hotels


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

Located in the middle of Madrid, the 4-star Hotel H10 Villa de la Reina has now been fully renovated and restored. It has three meeting rooms, the largest takes 56 people in theatre-style.  There are 74 bedrooms.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.


Located in the middle of Madrid, the 4-star Hotel H10 Villa de la Reina has now been fully renovated and restored. It has three meeting rooms, the largest takes 56 people in theatre-style.  There are 74 bedrooms.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

We’ve just learnt about some new openings and renovated hotels from the H10 group in Spain.  All are boutique properties in Spain and have free wifi throughout.


Located in the middle of Madrid, the 4-star Hotel H10 Villa de la Reina has now been fully renovated and restored. It has three meeting rooms, the largest takes 56 people in theatre-style.  There are 74 bedrooms.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

We’ve just learnt about some new openings and renovated hotels from the H10 group in Spain.  All are boutique properties in Spain and have free wifi throughout.


Located in the middle of Madrid, the 4-star Hotel H10 Villa de la Reina has now been fully renovated and restored. It has three meeting rooms, the largest takes 56 people in theatre-style.  There are 74 bedrooms.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

The latest from H10’s Spanish hotels
The latest from H10’s Spanish hotels

We’ve just learnt about some new openings and renovated hotels from the H10 group in Spain.  All are boutique properties in Spain and have free wifi throughout.


Located in the middle of Madrid, the 4-star Hotel H10 Villa de la Reina has now been fully renovated and restored. It has three meeting rooms, the largest takes 56 people in theatre-style.  There are 74 bedrooms.


The H10 Montcada (pictured) in Barcelona is a in a neoclassical building typical of the Via Laietana. It is contemporary in design and the Sunset Lounge terrace has spectacular views across the city.  There are two meeting rooms, one for 40 people in theatre-style and the other for 30 boardroom-style.  The hotel has 79 bedrooms.


The H10 Corregidor is also a boutique hotel located in heart of Seville’s old town and shopping district, close to the city’s main tourist attractions. The architecture is Arabic and Andalusian in style and there is a typical Sevillian patio, with a fountain, wrought iron gate dating from the late 19th century and decorative ceramic tiles.


For more information about these or any other Spanish meeting venues, call 01780 484050 and speak to one of our Destination Champions.

Preferred Hotels &Amp; Resorts

The iPrefer guest loyalty program from Preferred Hotels & Resorts extends points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, elite status, complimentary benefits, and other special benefits to members upon eligible stays at more than 550 participating hotels and resorts worldwide. In January 2015, Preferred Hotels & Resorts introduced the company’s first-ever meeting planner incentive program for US-based meeting planners. Following an introductory period, the company will move to implement a similar incentive scheme worldwide. 



Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest independent hotel brand, representing more than 650 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 85 countries. Every property within the portfolio maintains the high quality standards and unparalleled service levels required by the Preferred Hotels & Resorts Integrated Quality Assurance Program. 


The iPrefer guest loyalty program from Preferred Hotels & Resorts extends points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, elite status, complimentary benefits, and other special benefits to members upon eligible stays at more than 550 participating hotels and resorts worldwide. In January 2015, Preferred Hotels & Resorts introduced the company’s first-ever meeting planner incentive program for US-based meeting planners. Following an introductory period, the company will move to implement a similar incentive scheme worldwide.