News Blog
Here you will final all the latest news, opinions and insider information from each of the Hallmark Hotels.
Hallmark Shortlisted for Best Medium Group Hotel Employer
Further to Hallmark's entry to the Best Employers in Hospitality Awards 2012 England & Wales, and the employee’s completion of the learnpurple employee engagement survey, Hallmark Hotels have been shortlisted for an award in the category In addition, Hallmark Hotels have been... read more
Croydon Completes Hallmark’s 4 Star Hotel Collection
Hallmark Hotel Croydon has been appointed four stars by the AA, completing Hallmark Hotels’ collection of four star rated properties. Following the company’s first acquisition of Hallmark Manchester in 2007 the business has been working to refurbish, update and enhance each of... read more
Hallmark Hotel Gloucester Achieves Four Star Status
The AA has awarded Hallmark Hotel Gloucester with its four star rating following an inspection this week. The former Ramada hotel was seriously neglected and tired when Hallmark Hotels took over last year and began a £3 million refurbishment. Since the refurbishment was completed the... read more
Thousands reinvested in town's 'Hotel of the Year' spa
Hallmark Hotel, situated on Bournemouth’s West Cliff has undergone a significant transformation. Following their Hotel of the Year Award in December 2011, the company has spent thousands of pounds making the in-house spa a true haven of luxury. The team in charge of the spa are hosting... read more
Hallmark Hotel Croydon Completes Refurb
The former Aerodrome Hotel has completed its £2 million facelift and launches this week. Following acquisition by Hallmark Hotels last year, the property has received considerable enhancements introducing the contemporary style that has become synonymous with Hallmark Hotels. On... read more
Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth named 'Hotel of the Year'
At a dazzling ceremony hosted by Bournemouth Tourism, the great and the good of the seaside town gathered to watch as plaudits were given to those organisations that have excelled throughout 2011. The annual award ceremony took place at the Bournemouth International Centre on Thursday, 1 st ... read more
HALLMARK HOTELS REBRANDS EUROPEAN INN DERBY
The European Inn Derby is set to join the Hallmark Hotels collection as the first Hallmark Inn. Hallmark Hotels has run the three-star European Inn for the past three years as a sister hotel to Hallmark Hotel Derby. Offering excellent value, with the same quality service as Hallmark Hotels,... read more
Hallmark Hotels Launches New Website
Hallmark Hotels Launches New Website Hallmark Hotels, a collection of four star properties across the UK, has launched a new website designed to represent the newly refurbished hotels in Manchester, Bournemouth, Carlisle and Derby. www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk has a new visual style that is... read more
Tour De Hallmark
Tour De Hallmark What: Tour De Hallmark Members and staff of Manchester's Hallmark Gym attempt to cycle 320 miles in one day without leaving the hotel lobby Where: Hallmark Hotel Manchester Hallmark Hotel Manchester Nr Manchester Airport Stanley Road Handforth Wilmslow Cheshire... read more
Hallmark Hotels Continues Expansion
Hallmark Hotels Continues Expansion Hotel group acquires new property in Hull Hallmark Hotels continues its expansion with the acquisition of the Hotel Elizabeth Hull and begins £3 million refurbishment. Situated just outside Hull, the hotel has a spectacular setting with views... read more
Hallmark Hotels Celebrates First Birthday With A Search For Further Aquisitions
Hallmark Hotels Celebrates First Birthday With A Search For Further Aquisitions Hallmark Hotels celebrates its first birthday and begins refurbishment work on the newly acquired Hallmark Hull whilst announcing a search for further acquisitions in 2010. Just one year ago, Hallmark Hotels had... read more
Hallmark Hotel Manchester Achieves Four AA Stars
Hallmark Hotel Manchester has been awarded four stars by the AA, marking the second hotel in the collection to receive the honour. Awarded for ‘very good beds and high quality furniture’ as well as food where ‘fresh ingredients are cooked and presented with a high level of... read more
Hallmark Hotels Aquires Sixth Hotel In Gloucester
Hallmark Hotels has acquired its sixth hotel; Hallmark Gloucester, retaining staff and set to begin a £3 million refurbishment. Situated in the Cotswolds, the former Ramada hotel is located just two miles from Gloucester city centre. The hotel includes a pool, health club and beauty salon... read more
Hallmark Hotel Manchester Function Suite Unveiled
Following its recent £5m refurbishment, the Hallmark Hotel in Handforth has just seen further investment of almost £50,000 in the shape of a complete re-fit of the Pinotage function suite. Set on the first floor, with lots of natural day light, the suite boasts plush, contemporary... read more
Hallmark Hull Relaunches Following £3Million Refurbishment
A stunning transformation completed Hallmark Hotel Hull has now completed its £3 million renovation, making it one of the finest luxury hotels in Hull. The hotel's bedrooms, meeting & event facilities, restaurant and bar have been completely refurbished and enhanced to match the... read more
Hallmark Hotel Derby Goes Mobile
Hallmark Hotel Derby has gone mobile! Now you can use your mobile phone to see the latest rates, offers and availability. Make, view or cancel your reservations. You can also get maps, directions and photos. It's the perfect way to book your stay at Hallmark Hotel Derby when you're on the go -... read more
Hallmark Joins The HBAA
The Hotel Booking Agents Association was formed in 1997 and represents a collective buying power on accommodation, meetings and events in the excess of £750m per annum. Hallmark join over 100 companies in agreeing to their code of conduct, which ensures that members and partners abide by... read more
Hallmark Hotel Gloucester's Transformation Continues
Gloucester hotel completes phase one of £3 million refurbishment Hallmark Hotel Gloucester has completed work on the initial stage of a massive refurbishment programme that will see the tired, former Ramada hotel, transformed in true Hallmark Hotels style. The completion sees the... read more
Hallmark Hotels Goes Mobile
Hallmark Hotels launches new mobile booking website to streamline guests’ booking experience. The six-strong collection of contemporary hotels developed the mobile friendly website in response to the increasing numbers of people accessing the website from mobile platforms such as the... read more
Hallmark Hotels Expands to Croydon
The Leeds-based contemporary hotel collection has expanded further with the purchase of a property in the South of England. The former Aerodrome hotel will undergo a £2million refurbishment to bring it in line with Hallmark Hotels’ other six properties. Originally built in 1928 to... read more
Hallmark Gloucester Refurbishment Update
Refurbishment at Hallmark Gloucester is gathering pace. Alongside 50 newly designed bedrooms and a stunning lobby, the Health Club & Spa are now beginning to take shape. Having completed work on the squash court, gym and dance studio, refurbishment of the changing rooms and leisure reception... read more
Manchester Hotel Shortlisted for Holiday Extras Award
Hallmark Hotel Manchester has been shortlisted alongside four other hotels in the category of Best Airport Hotel Restaurant in the prestigious national awards. Voted for by 66,000 customers of the holiday parking specialist, Holiday Extras, the winner will be announced on 15 September 2011. The... read more
