Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch
11 Cavendish Square
• In 2015 this beautiful new space the Green House opened, this is a versatile space that’s ideal for receptions and dinners. The space consists of a beautiful central cocktail bar, with mood lighting and built in PA system along with stunning planting throughout.
• For the last 6 years the venue has put on award winning themed Christmas Parties, themes include James Bond: Casino Royale, Alpine Ski Lodge, Narnia and Moulin Rouge
o This year they’re promoting Venetian Masquerade (in the Orangery) and a Norwegian Christmas (in the new Green House space)
• Last year they hosted over 25 weddings with a diverse range of cultures at No.11 Cavendish Square
o They have also recently introduced a new Winter Wedding Package for those for something different that the hectic summer months for their nuptials.
• In January 2016 the Courtyard closed down for three months for a complete refurbishment, it reopened in April with a busy showcase for all their loyal customers, a larger decked area (max 100 standing), an extended living wall, new water feature and beautiful bespoke seating.
• Current holders of Loo of the Year, this was awarded in Autumn 2015 and are currently being considered to retain the accolade.
Old Swan &Amp; Minster Mill Sale
Lana de Savary contracts have been exchanged for the sale of the “Old Swan & Minster Mill” in Minster Lovell to “Andrew Brownsword Hotels”. Completion date on 1st August 2016.
Both groups are family owned and family run. For the past six years, the de Savary family has invested and transformed the Old Swan & Minster Mill into one of England’s premiere 5 star inns. In 2016 amongst many other accolades, the Old Swan & Minster Mill was chosen by Conde Nast Johansens as Best Countryside Hotel in the United Kingdom, one of England’s most prestigious awards. Both the de Savary and Brownsword Families are very pleased with the change of ownership of the Old Swan & Minster Mill and believe that the future bodes well for its loyal guests and dedicated staff.
Kents Hill Park Milton Keynes
Kents Hill Park came in to visit us this week. Here are 5 key facts about them:
1) Purpose built; Kents Hill Park is one of the largest dedicated training and conference centres in the UK – just completed £2.4 million refurbishment in July 2016.
2) Centrally located with excellent transport links to the rest of the country, 4 miles from Central Milton Keynes railway station and 5/10 minutes from Junction 13/14 of the M1. Only 22 Miles from London Luton Airport.
3) 70 meeting rooms, a mix of room sizes including intimate syndicate rooms, medium size training space and large conference rooms, with a max capacity room of 300 delegates, 330 bedrooms and 800 complementary parking spaces
4) Fully equipped ‘Nuffield Health’ ran leisure facilities, including: 16m x 8m swimming pool, spa pool, steam room and sauna, fully equipped gym and 2 squash courts
5) Venue mascot is call Milton –a squishy plastic ‘stress ball cow’ in honour of Milton Keynes’ stranger attractions, the concrete cows!! (see attached photo)
Me London
- The hotel is designed by the world famous architects Foster and Partners.
- ME London (the flagship property for the ME by Melia group) is a luxury lifestyle hotel in the southern tip of Covent Garden offering 157 rooms including 16 suites, the award-winning Penthouse Suite ME – a duplex suite with dining room, private terrace overlooking the city, River Thames, Westminster and a 360° glass dome living room at the top of the building with private access to the acclaimed Radio Rooftop Bar.
- The hotel is also home of the world’s famous STK restaurant and Radio Rooftop Bar with views over the London skyline.
- The 9-storey Atrium is a breathtaking reception area with geometric graphic projections on the marble walls along with a champagne bar for guests to enjoy a glass while checking-in. Your ME experience will be enriched by the Aura Team who is there to go the extra “smile”.
- The meetings and events space consists of 500 m² that can be divided into seven individual contemporary and functional rooms, an independent reception area with direct access to the car park.
Coombe Abbey Hotel Experience A Record Year
Charlie – An App To Save Time Researching New Contacts
We’ve recently come across this really useful app which saves time when you want to find out about someone you’re meeting for the first time.
Charlie app is a way of finding out someone’s background. Rather than having to search different websites yourself, it searches through hundreds of sources and sends a one page summary, about the person, their social media activity and mentions, their interests as well as their company background. It synchronises with your calendar, so if you’re going to a meeting you can find out all about them beforehand.
Quicket – An App For Flight Booking And Travel Information
Quicket is a travel app which you can use to book flights, find the best seat, locate the airport gate, see who else is on your flight and even track your flight. You get a countdown to check-in, boarding and landing time, and can monitor the daily ticket price changes. It estimates the public transport and driving times to the departure airport as well as providing your hotel address in local language and characters for the local taxi driver. It is compatible with the Apple watch and Siri.
Lincoln Plaza London, Curio Collection By Hilton
Boasting a spacious atrium and innovative design, the hotel will provide guests with the
architectural impact they would expect from Curio. Guests will also enjoy a range of quality amenities including high specification gym, organic deli, fine dining Indian and Mediterranean restaurants, roof terrace and two distinct bars, including a lounge bar at mezzanine level.
Curio is a global set of remarkable upscale and luxury hotels hand-picked for their unique character and personality; each one a part of the city they call home.
Lincoln Plaza London, Curio Collection by Hilton is set to open in late 2016 and will be the first Curio property in the UK. Integrated as part of the 31-storey Lincoln Plaza building, the 129-room hotel will offer spectacular views over the River Thames.
Boasting a spacious atrium and innovative design, the hotel will provide guests with the
architectural impact they would expect from Curio. Guests will also enjoy a range of quality amenities including high specification gym, organic deli, fine dining Indian and Mediterranean restaurants, roof terrace and two distinct bars, including a lounge bar at mezzanine level.
Curio is a global set of remarkable upscale and luxury hotels hand-picked for their unique character and personality; each one a part of the city they call home.
Lincoln Plaza London, Curio Collection by Hilton is set to open in late 2016 and will be the first Curio property in the UK. Integrated as part of the 31-storey Lincoln Plaza building, the 129-room hotel will offer spectacular views over the River Thames.
Boasting a spacious atrium and innovative design, the hotel will provide guests with the
architectural impact they would expect from Curio. Guests will also enjoy a range of quality amenities including high specification gym, organic deli, fine dining Indian and Mediterranean restaurants, roof terrace and two distinct bars, including a lounge bar at mezzanine level.
Curio is a global set of remarkable upscale and luxury hotels hand-picked for their unique character and personality; each one a part of the city they call home.
Lincoln Plaza London, Curio Collection by Hilton is set to open in late 2016 and will be the first Curio property in the UK. Integrated as part of the 31-storey Lincoln Plaza building, the 129-room hotel will offer spectacular views over the River Thames.
Boasting a spacious atrium and innovative design, the hotel will provide guests with the
architectural impact they would expect from Curio. Guests will also enjoy a range of quality amenities including high specification gym, organic deli, fine dining Indian and Mediterranean restaurants, roof terrace and two distinct bars, including a lounge bar at mezzanine level.
Abu Dhabi Properties 2018
The Minor Hotel Group has two new hotel openings in 2018 in Abu Dhabi.
Both are located in Jebel Dhanna which is a coastal region in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. They are close to the ferry departure point and 150 miles from Abu Dhabi city.
The first of the hotel is Anantara Jebel Dhanna Villas which will have 60 villa type rooms. The hotel will feature two restaurants and leisure facilities including a swimming pool and spa.
The second property is AVANI Jebel Dhanna Hotel which will have 230 rooms as well as multiple dining options and swimming pool and gym.
Both properties will have shared flexible meeting space which is also suitable for banqueting as well as outdoor recreation areas.