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The Hottest New UK Hotel Openings In 2023

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The Hottest New UK Hotel Openings In 2023

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The UK‘s hotel scene is moving from strength to strength, with innovative renovations, cute guest houses, and plenty of pubs with rooms – there’s never been a better time for a staycation. Whether you’re looking for a new, buzzy London hotel, somewhere to hunker down in the country, or a boutique bolthole in a British town you’ve never visited before, here are all the new UK hotel openings we are looking forward to in 2023.

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The Hottest New UK Hotel Openings In 2023

The Wesley Camden Town, a converted chapel, at night

The Wesley Camden Town, London

89 Plender Street, London NW1 0JN

Following a two-year construction period and £9 million of investment, The Wesley Camden Town – sister to The Wesley Euston – is a boutique hotel of 38 rooms, situated in a converted chapel. The Methodist Church will remain, along with a community space, on the lower ground floor, with new hotel rooms across four floors above. thewesley.co.uk

The BoTree, London

30 Marylebone Lane, London W1U 2DR

Hoping to capture the elegance of Mayfair and the village feel of leafy Marylebone, The BoTree is one of London’s hottest new openings, coming in summer 2023. Located in the heart of the West End, expect 199 rooms (including 29 suites), a dynamic bar, two destination restaurants (one with rooftop views of the city), a live music club, a boutique screening room and a fitness centre. thebotree.com

the entrance to a hotel with red stairs and bright lights

Virgin Hotels Glasgow

246 Clyde Street, Glasgow G1 4JH

Following the opening of Virgin Hotels Edinburgh in 2022 (Virgin’s first hotel in Europe), a second UK (and second Scotland) property is fast approaching: Virgin Hotels Glasgow, with a prime city-centre position and panoramic views over the city on one side and the River Clyde on the other. There will be 240 Chambers and Suites and multiple dining and drinking outlets, including the brand’s signature all-day Commons Club. virginhotels.com

Birch (Selsdon), London

126 Addington Road, South Croydon CR2 8YA

A country escape on London’s doorstep, Birch (Selsdon) is a sister hotel for the first Birch located in Cheshunt, offering all the award-winning natural immersion and luxurious amenities guests have come to know the brand for. At Selsdon, find 200 acres of rolling hills, 181 lovingly crafted bedrooms, and a splash-worthy art deco swimming pool. A perfect retreat for families, find also interconnecting rooms and bunk beds in a dedicated family wing along with Birchlings Kids Club, expansive outdoor space and expert-led enriching workshops for learning about biodiversity in the school holidays. birchcommunity.com

Barnsdale Lodge, Rutland

The Avenue, Oakham LE15 8AH

From hunting lodge to rural gem: over in England’s smallest county, Rutland, Barnsdale Lodge is being exquisitely refurbished by Hector Ross, also of the team behind The Retreat at Elcot Park. barnsdalelodge.co.uk

Ruby Zoe, London

146, 164 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3QG

The UK’s second Ruby Group hotel is a carnival themed Ruby Zoe. Based in London’s chic Notting Hill Gate area, Ruby Zoe’s 173 stylish bedrooms will be within walking distance of Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, and the famous Portobello Road Market. ruby-hotels.com

The Suffolk, Aldeburgh

152 High Street, Aldeburgh IP15 5AQ

Inspired by the beauty of its country, The Suffolk is a seafront restaurant with six stylish rooms in a building dating back to the 17th century. Flop into your superking bed after dining at the 60-cover Sur-Mer restaurant and sipping sundowners at the wine bar – or admiring the sunset from the rooftop terrace with sea views. the-suffolk.co.uk

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a living room leading to a wooden balcony in the sunlight

The Mole Resort, Devon

Chittlehamholt, Umberleigh EX37 9HD

These 58 premium eco-conscious lodges – ideal for activity lovers, whether families, friend groups or couples – are set across 125 acres, featuring a balcony deck, hot tub, fully-equipped kitchens and comfortable beds. On-site, there’s also a farm shop and award-winning restaurants, both helping guests experience the best of Devon’s seasonal produce. themoleresort.co.uk

The Chelsea Townhouse, London

Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, London

From The Draycott Hotel to The Chelsea Townhouse: this series of three redbrick townhouses on Cadogan Gardens in the heart of Chelsea will undergo a sensitive restoration after being acquired by Cadogan. A sister property to The Mayfair Townhouse, The Chelsea Townhouse will be operated by Iconic Luxury Hotels from 5 January 2023, keeping its 35 luxurious bedrooms and suites in the restoration, many of which overlook a private garden square.

Hugh Seaborn, Chief Executive of Cadogan said: ‘We are delighted to bring this fine luxury hotel under our stewardship, as part of our strategy to ensure Chelsea has some of the world’s best places to stay that truly become part of the neighbourhood. It joins our existing hotel portfolio of The Cadogan Hotel, operated by Belmond, The Beaverbrook Town House and of course 11 Cadogan Gardens and Apartments, also operated by Iconic Luxury Hotels.

‘We are extremely proud of these incredible properties which are rich in heritage and individual charm, appealing to both discerning visitors and locals alike,’ Seaborn added. thechelseatownhouse.com

Image: 11 Cadogan Gardens

No.42 By GuestHouse, Margate

42 High Street, Margate CT9 1DS

Margate is having a moment. With only 21 rooms, the boutique GuestHouse will arrive in Kent’s artiest seaside town in spring 2023, embracing the fun-filled town and the nostalgia of its Victorian beachfront building across a restaurant, rooftop and spa. guesthousehotels.co.uk

art’otel London Battersea Power Station

1 Electric Boulevard, Nine Elms, London SW11 8BJ

Step into a world of art at Battersea’s chicest hotel. Designed by Spanish artist-designer Jaime Hayon, art’otel fuses art, design and hospitality. The cherry on top? JOIA restaurant on the top floor, peering over the striking art deco Power Station. Take it one step further on the rooftop, where JOIA Bar and a glimmering swimming pool await. artotellondonbattersea.com

The Peninsula London

1 Grosvenor Place, London SW1X 7HJ

Occupying one of London’s chicest addresses at Hyde Park Corner, The Peninsula London is a newly-built hotel designed by Hopkins Architects, opening this autumn. Flooded with natural light, expect a sleek and spacious aesthetic, centred around a courtyard landscaped by world-renowned designer Enzo Enea featuring two 120-year-old Japanese maple trees, the oldest of their kind in Europe. peninsula.com

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1 Hotel Mayfair, London

3 Berkeley Street, London W1J 8DL

Located on Berkeley Street and overlooking Green Park, 1 Hotel Mayfair is London’s first ‘mission-driven sustainable luxury hotel’, striving to set the standard for a new kind of luxury experience that doesn’t just reduce its emissions but positively impacts the environment by being there. Across 184 rooms and suites, sustainable design will be clear, including in the floors which are crafted from fallen trees from local parks. 1hotels.com

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The Zetter Bloomsbury

Opening: Early 2025

The Zetter group’s first new hotel opening in a decade will arrive in London in 2025. Six 300-year old townhouses in leafy Bloomsbury will be transformed into The Zetter Bloomsbury, with 72 bedrooms and suites near Russell Square and overlooking the British Museum. Guests can expect an immediately welcoming atmosphere, with a Sitting Room in lieu of a reception desk, where an arrival cocktail will accompany views of the hotel’s tranquil terrace and gardens, with landscaping by Rich Landscapes. Inside, find The Orangery, The Larder and The Drawing Room all proving unique spaces for guests to eat, drink, and wind down. thezetter.com

Image: Render of a suite at The Zetter Bloomsbury.

a hotel on the water front in manchester

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Blackfriars Street, Manchester M3 2EQ

Opening: 2024

Following the success of SH Hotels & Resorts London rendition, Treehouse Hotel is coming to Manchester early in 2023. Located a stone’s throw from the city’s top shopping destinations, the hotel will be housed in a restored building with a new, biophilic edge (in true Treehouse fashion): roof gardens, green walls, a kitchen garden harvesting rainwater, and even a rooftop apiary. treehousehotels.com

100 Princes Street, Edinburgh

100 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 3AB

Opening: Early spring 2024

Red Carnation Hotels’ first property in Scotland, 100 Princes Street is set to be a celebration of the beautiful city of Edinburgh, the heritage of Scotland and the exclusive address of the former Overseas League. Led by the design team behind the iconic Ashford Castle in Ireland, Toni Tollman, Philippe Bonino and Brian Brennan, this restoration will look to protect and retain the original heart and soul of 100 Princes Street, restoring the original building and its iconic features. Inspired by Alexander McQueen, the design team sought to create a sense of place, working with local artisans to create bespoke pieces including custom-made tartan designed by Araminta Campbell, and a central staircase which features a hand-painted mural by Croxford & Saunders. 100princes-street.com

A CGI mock up of the rooftop pool

Wildes Hotel, Chester

Bridge Street, Chester

Opening: 2023

The Wildes Hotel Group is transforming a historic site on Bridge Street in Chester into a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel, set to open in spring 2023. The £5 million development will feature 18 bedrooms, a spa with rooftop pool overlooking the city, and a destination restaurant and bar by Chef Harry Guy, as well as outdoor seating set within the historic Rows of Chester, with views of the famous Eastgate Street clock. wildeschester.com

hornsey town hall at dusk, with bunting and people in the square

Dao by Dorsett Hornsey Town Hall, London

The Broadway, London N8 9JJ

Opening: Q4 2023

Part of a significant restoration project in north London, this aparthotel will be housed in the fully restored Grade II* listed Hornsey Town Hall building, alongside an Arts Centre for events, co-working spaces, cinema, and various F&B outlets including a rooftop terrace. Dao by Dorsett’s second London property – following the launch of Dao By Dorsett West London earlier this year – the brand will host guests across 68 apartments and suites. dorsetthotels.com

Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London

22 Hanover Square, London W1S 1JP

Opening: Autumn 2023

From Knightsbridge to Hanover Square, there’s a new Mandarin Oriental coming to another of the town’s chicest neighbourhoods. With 50 guestrooms and 78 private residences designed by Studio Indigo, the property has been designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners with the public space interiors designed by Tokyo based studio, Curiosity. A discreet and intimate sister property to the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair will also be home to an urban spa, and the first namesake Akira Back restaurant in the UK along with his ‘ABar Lounge’ concept. mandarinoriental.com

W Edinburgh

St James Quarter, Edinburgh

Opening: November 2023

Complete with a SUSHISAMBA restaurant, Joao’s Place cocktail bar and terrace, a chef’s table experience and a terrace with 360-degree city views, W Edinburgh will bring a playful twist on Scottish culture to Edinburgh this November. Expect visionary design, eclectic gastronomy and a socially-driven spirit across 199 rooms and 45 suites. marriott.com

Broadwick Soho, London

20 Broadwick Street, London W1F 8HT

Opening: 1 November 2023

Featuring 57 rooms and suits, Broadwick Soho is the first London hotel designed by Martin Brudnizki, the man behind the beloved interiors at Annabel’s and The Wolseley. The designer describes the new venture as ‘your eccentric godmother’s Soho townhouse’, with many of the higher-tier rooms and suites featuring private balconies overlooking the bustling streets of the city. The rooftop cocktail bar is also sure to be a Soho hit. broadwicksoho.com

Room2, Belfast

32-36 Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6EE

Opening: 16 October 2023

Following the success of Chiswick’s ‘whole life net-zero’ development, the hometel is landing in Belfast, with 175 rooms across nine floors, alongside a restaurant, bar, cafe, work space, and gym. room2.com

Holm, Somerset

28 St James Street, South Petherton, Somerset TA13 5BW

Opening: 4 October 2023

This renowned Somerset restaurant is set to open seven ensuite rooms this summer, transforming the culinary stop off into a destination in its own right. Mirroring the restaurant’s aesthetic, expect original features from the 1830s building to be restored and sit seamlessly alongside modernist joinery, mid-century furniture and contemporary artworks. holmsomerset.co.uk

Raffles London at The OWO

Raffles London at The OWO – London

57 Whitehall, London SW1A 2BX

Opening: 29 September 2023

Raffles Hotels and Resorts and Hinduja Group is set to open London’s first Raffles address in the new year, located in the landmark Grade II listed former Old War Office on Whitehall. Once inhabited by Britain’s most famous statesmen and spies from Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming, it will be open to the public for the first time with 120 rooms and suites plus 85 branded residences, 11 restaurants and bars including a rooftop bars with views across Whitehall, The Mall and Buckingham Palace. Beautiful interiors come courtesy of London-based studio 1508 London. theowo.london

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