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We invite you to nominate those you believe deserve the accolade of Independent Hotel of the Year or GM of the Future, in partnership with The Master Innholders. Nominations are open for individuals, couples, and business partners. We also accept self-nomination.

To nominate your candidate, please complete the relevant nomination form.

Independent Hotel of the Year    GM of the Future

  • Ensure you prepare all information in advance as the form will not allow you to save your progress. If you would prefer to work on a word document first, you can download the relevant document using the links here: Independent Hotel of the Year and GM of the Future
  • Please be concise and provide examples where relevant to support your nomination.
  • You can only nominate a hotelier / individual once.
  • If you use any acronyms, please explain what they are (unless commonly known).
  • The deadline for nominations of Independent Hotel of the Year to be received is 5pm, Wednesday 21 June.
  • The deadline for nominations of GM of the Future to be received is 5pm, Friday 23 June.

Our expert panel of judges, including prestigious names like Preferred Hotels and Resorts, Boutique Hotelier, AA Media & Good Hotel Guide, and industry peers, will shortlist six nominees per award before the vote is opened to our hotelier community.

Shortlisted nominees will be contacted in the final week of July, and the winners will be announced on Monday 16 October during a ceremony at the show. Get ready to cheer on the champions of our industry!

For more information, contact the team here.

Good luck to all our nominees!