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AI and talent pipeline top independent hoteliers’ concerns, says SAVVY Collective Founder
Artificial intelligence and the future of hospitality recruitment emerged as two pressing issues for independent hoteliers at the Independent Hotel Show 2026 in London, according to Steven Hesketh, Fo …
Tourist tax incoming: Is the hotel industry ready?
At Independent Hotel Show London, David Sheen, Public Affairs Director at UKHospitality, joined Eloise Hanson, Editor of Boutique Hotel News, to explore what a tourist tax could mean for independent h …
The art of authentic storytelling: Turning culture into content
Tiffany Black, Creative Strategist at Scrumptious, explores how independent hotels can use employee stories, everyday details and simple video content to communicate workplace culture and attract the …
Cromlix, The Grand York, and AA Media's Simon Numphud recognised in the Independent Hotel Show Awards 2026
The winners have been announced for the 2026 Independent Hotel Show Awards, in partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts, with AA Media Managing Director Simon Numphud recognised for his Outstanding …
Bots and beds: How far should hospitality automate?
Ben Murphy of Hosting Holidays, Morgan Gulland of Wigwam Holidays and Simon Hunt of Kilmartin Castle joined eviivo’s Alex Burgess to explore how AI and automation can streamline operations and free te …
Spaces without boundaries: The future of hotel design
Ben Harper, CEO of Watergate Bay Hotel, Another Place and SeaSpace; Francesca Toman, Design Director at Ches & Co; and Matt Hulme, Founder and Design Director at Dynargh Design, joined moderator Petra …
The next visitor to your site might not be a human: preparing hotels for agentic AI
As AI agents begin searching for and booking hotel stays, how can independent hotels prepare? This panel at the Independent Hotel Show explored practical ways to improve website clarity, remove bookin …
The next generation of travellers is here: Are you ready?
Hoteliers from Alexandra Hotel and Restaurant, Grantley Hall and Clermont Hotel Group explore how changing guest expectations, AI and personalised experiences are shaping the next generation of hotel …
Independent Hotel Show launches new wellbeing destination for 2027
Independent Hotel Show London will launch a new feature dedicated to the growing role of wellness in hospitality when the event returns to Olympia London on 5-6 October 2027. 
For the world’s most beautiful bedrooms: Meet Ava Innes at the Independent Hotel Show 2026
Ava Innes brings the natural luxury of sleep to the world’s most beautiful bedrooms. Exhibiting at the 2026 Independent Hotel Show, the Scottish makers of the world’s first Cashmere Guard duvet will b …
Meet the design partner: TUNTU
Independent Hotel Show London has partnered with TUNTU to bring the event's Members Suite to life. We caught up with CEO and Sound Artist Kirsi Ihalainen to find out more. 
Meet the Exhibitor: SAVVY Collective
Q&A With Steven Hesketh, Founder & CEO, the award-winning hotelier, hospitality operator and entrepreneur, and founder of SAVVY Collective will be attending IHS next month.
Winners of AA Hospitality Awards revealed
AA Media has revealed the winners of its 2026 awards, honouring the exceptional accomplishments of British hospitality professionals.
Innovative asset management solutions from Traka on display at the Independent Hotel Show
Traka, an ASSA ABLOY company and the global leader in intelligent management solutions for keys and equipment, is exhibiting its market-leading asset control technology at the Independent Hotel Show i …
The missing sensory layer: Why scent matters in hospitality

The missing sensory layer: Why scent matters in hospitality

15 Sept 2026 Mark Bailey, Founder, The Science of Scent
Scent has the power to shape how guests experience a space and how they remember it long after their stay. In this guest article, Mark Bailey, Founder of The Science of Scent, explores the role fragra …
Independent Hotel Show announces design partners for 2026 edition
The Independent Hotel Show, in partnership with James Hallam Insurance Brokers, has announced the studios creating its key hospitality spaces for the 2026 edition, taking place at Olympia London on 5- …
Cowarth Park's Zoe Jenkins MI announced as new Master Innholders chair
Zoe Jenkins MI, General Manager at Coworth Park, has been appointed as the new chair of the Master Innholders for 2026-2028.
The Hotelier Edit: Elysium Collection's James Houlston on building a new luxury staycation brand
Elysium Collection Chief Executive Officer James Houlston discusses informal luxury, restoring historic hotels and his ambition to build the UK’s leading luxury staycation brand.
Hospitality Action's Mark Lewis on on supporting hotel teams, improving workplace wellbeing and starting honest conversations
The Independent Hotel Show catches up with Mark Lewis, CEO of hospitality charity Hospitality Action, to learn more about the charities resources for hotel professionals and how to encourage more open …
Meet the design partner: Obradov Studio
The Independent Hotel Show catches up with Jelena Obradov, Creative Director & Founder of Obradov Studio, to learn more about the design for this year's Innovation Stage.   
Meet the Independent Hotel of the Year 2026 finalists: Over 50 Rooms
The Independent Hotel Show Awards celebrate the hotels, individuals and design projects raising standards across the UK’s independent hospitality sector. This year, the Independent Hotel of the Year a …
Meet the Hotel Design of the Year finalists for 2026
The Hotel Design of the Year award celebrates the UK’s most innovative hotel design and architectural projects, recognising exceptional new developments and transformative refurbishments.
Designing for long-term value: How can hotel refurbishments deliver lasting returns?
At the Independent Hotel Show, in partnership with James Hallam Insurance Brokers, on 5-6 October, the session ‘From refurbishment to return: Designing for long-term value’ will bring together experts …
Meet the Independent Hotel of the Year 2026 finalists: Under 50 Rooms
The Independent Hotel Show Awards celebrate the hotels, individuals and design projects raising standards across the UK’s independent hospitality sector. For 2026, the Independent Hotel of the Year aw …
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