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Accommodation update – March 2024

From coastal getaways to city centre luxury, Britain’s accommodation offering continues to grow in 2024. Experience Indo-Persian heritage in Birmingham and Regency-style grandeur in Brighton, as well as fresh redevelopments in Edinburgh – all set to open their doors this year.

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Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

An interior view of Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood

Recently opened

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Opened 20 February 2024

Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood has opened its refurbished 4-star doors in Edinburgh’s Old Town, in the space of the former Macdonald Hotel. Conveniently located in the city centre, a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley railway station, the hotel features 160 modern ensuite bedrooms in Marriott’s signature style. Guests can enjoy a new spa with 14-metre heated pool, gym, and infrared sauna. The Greatroom lobby is home to a seating area, bar, and dining area. Look out for the sharing platters and afternoon tea. Other features include media and event spaces.

Opening soon

 

Baloci Birmingham
Expected in spring 2024

Hot on the heels of its restaurant launch of the same name, Baloci is set to offer Indo-Persian inspired accommodation in the former Edgbaston Hotel. With nods to the heritage and culture of nomadic Baloch tribes, six guest rooms will complete the fine dining restaurant and cocktail bar. Expect warm, earthy hues throughout, grand four poster beds with rich red drapes, and Afghan textiles. Each room is focused on different elements of history, taking guests on a journey through time. Rest in the grandeur of the Alexander the Great Master Bedroom or be transported back to the Silk Road in the Marco Polo Suite.

Mollie’s Manchester
Expected in mid-2024

With accommodation offerings in Oxfordshire and Bristol, Mollie’s Manchester will be the latest addition to the motel-diner’s repertoire. Due to open its doors in the St John’s neighbourhood, in the former space of Granada Studios, the hotel will feature 130 guest rooms. Other facilities will include a restaurant with space for 164-covers, a heated terrace with outdoor pool, and lounge bar with live music. The motel is launching in partnership with Soho House Manchester, which is due to be situated above Mollie’s. 

No.124, Brighton 
Expected in July 2024

Bringing a Regency-style hotel to a part-Grade II listed building, No.124, Brighton is the latest opening from GuestHouse. Nestled on the sea front, a short walk from the beach, the hotel will feature 32 guest rooms and suites. In addition, guests can expect a relaxing spa offering the hotel’s signature copper cove experience, and comfortable lounges to sip on cocktails. Other features include the Pearly Cow fire and ice concept restaurant, a terrace with wood-fired pizzas, a winter garden, and The Courtyard for events.

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