Ke Hotels Acquires The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, Expanding BLLA Portfolio to Eight Properties
KE Hotels is pleased to announce the acquisition of The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, marking its fifth owned property in the UK. This latest addition brings KE Hotels' portfolio to a total of eight hotels, five owned and three managed.
Located in the centre of Cheltenham, The Queens Hotel is a Grade II listed landmark occupying a prominent 1-acre site adjacent to Imperial Gardens. The 84-bedroom hotel is one of the most architecturally significant buildings in the region and sits at the heart of the historic town.
"We're delighted to welcome The Queens Hotel Cheltenham into the KE Hotels portfolio", said Josh Watts, Chief Operating Officer at KE Hotels. "To own a hotel of such historic standing in the centre of one of the UK's most iconic spa towns is a real privilege. We're excited to work alongside a fantastic onsite team to build on the hotel's heritage and deliver an exceptional guest experience."
This acquisition further demonstrates KE Hotels' ongoing commitment to expanding its presence in the key regional locations, driven by a strategy centred on sustainable growth and delivering strong operational performance.
Anil Khanna, Managing Director of KE Hotels, added, "This is an exciting time for KE Hotels as we continue to build momentum in our growth strategy. The addition of The Queens Hotel Cheltenham not only strengthens our owned portfolio but also reflects our long-term vision of acquiring and managing distinctive properties in strategic UK destinations. We're incredibly proud of the progress we've made and the team that's driving it forward."
The acquisition follows a series of recent growth milestones for KE Hotels, including the additions of Hotel Indigo Newcastle and Holiday Inn Luton Airport in 2023. Following the Luton acquisition, KE Hotels has secured planning permission to expand the property, a significant step in unlocking further value at the site. In 2024, KE Hotels also assumed management of three Hampton by Hilton hotels in Newcastle, Birmingham Broad Street, and Sheffield under HMA agreements, further diversifying its operating model.
With a growing and diversified portfolio, KE Hotels remains focused on delivering exceptional performance, partnering with leading brands and hotel owners and driving value across its assets.
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