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Glasgow Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
ITV's This Morning star wowed by Glasgow hotel
Josie Gibson stayed at the AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow and toured the hotel's brand-new luxury wedding and event venue The Collector's Hall. She said: "I have never, ever stayed in anywhere like this in my life." The Liberty Suite, a two-bedroom residence with a living area, dining space, and kitchen, offers stunning views and elegant interiors. Josie with Craig Munro (Image: Supplied) Josie visited Glasgow to get a first look at The Collector's Hall, AC Hotel's new venue designed for weddings, private events, and gatherings. She joked with general manager Craig Munro about her own romantic aspirations, saying: "Can I get married here? "Can you imagine walking down the aisle to a hunky Scotsman… I've just got to find him first." Craig said: "It was an absolute privilege to have Josie stay in our Liberty Suite. "This two-bedroom suite, with its unique layout and high-end finishes, complements our new wedding and event space perfectly. "We're thrilled she enjoyed her time with us and would be honoured to host her big day - when that hunky Scotsman comes along." The AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow is a restoration of Glasgow's 120-year-old Grade A-listed former Parish Halls. As part of the £100 million Love Loan development, the project has transformed an entire block off George Square into a leisure and residential neighbourhood. The hotel's heritage suites, including The Liberty Suite, showcase original features such as a sweeping stone staircase, period cornicing, a glass ceiling dome, and a stained-glass window depicting Glasgow's famous coat of arms inspired by the legend of St Mungo. The Collector's Hall is now open for bookings.
Scotsman
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
This Morning presenter Josie Gibson checks out new Scottish wedding venue in search of a hunky Scotsman
This Morning Presenter Josie Gibson jetted up to Glasgow this weekend to check out Glasgow's newest wedding event space, The Collector's Hall, the single TV host joked she was in search of a "Hunky Scotsman". Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Located in the heart of Glasgow's historic and brought to the city by the team behind leading Scottish hotel, AC Hotel by Marriott, the iconic new venue is due to open in summer 2025. Josie was also treated to stay in the AC Hotel's luxurious Liberty suite, the hotel's signature suite which boosts stunning period features, iconic views of Glasgow's City Chambers and two truly luxurious bedrooms. Josie said: "I have never ever stayed anywhere like this in my life - it's amazing." Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Originally built as Glasgow's City Parish Hall, the building has stood as a silent witness to over a century of civic life, community gatherings and historic milestones. Its architectural grandeur, from vaulted ceilings to intricate stonework, tells a story of a city rich in character.
Glasgow Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Scottish stars get look of Glasgow building's transformation project
The team behind the AC Hotel by Marriott have unveiled plans for the historic building, which is set to become a major wedding and event destination. Now named The Collector's Hall, the building is being restored and reimagined to blend Glasgow's rich heritage with contemporary luxury. Read more: Glasgow housing scheme opens for public sale starting from just over £200k It boasts architectural features such as vaulted ceilings and intricate stonework, along with a dramatic glass-roofed courtyard, aiming to provide a unique backdrop for various events. The venue, situated just off George Square, is expected to open this summer. The transformation project was showcased in an exclusive walkthrough of the venue in its under-construction state by Jennifer Reoch, Jean Johansson, and Gordon Smart. The cinematic preview, shared by the team, gave viewers a glimpse of the potential of the space, which is being designed to host everything from intimate dinners to world-class conferences and unforgettable weddings. Jean Johansson, presenter, said: 'I know it looks unfinished now, but I want you to close your eyes and imagine the music, the laughter, the vows, the most iconic event'. The building, which has been dormant for several years, has a rich history. Built originally as Glasgow's City Parish Hall, it has been a silent witness to more than a century of civic life, community gatherings, and historic milestones. Now, its new transformation has been described as "elegant, ambitious and unapologetically Glaswegian". Read more: Global retailer opens stunning 'new' store at Glasgow shopping centre Craig Munro, general manager of AC by Marriott Glasgow, explained the vision behind the project. He said: "The Collector's Hall is about legacy. "We're building something that doesn't just serve today's needs but inspires future generations of celebration, connection and creativity. "This first glimpse is only the beginning."
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Opening set for new downtown Wichita hotel
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – A new hotel in downtown Wichita has an opening date. The new AC Hotel Wichita Downtown at Broadway and Douglas will officially open on July 16. The hotel is the first AC Hotel by Marriott in Kansas. Over the last several years, crews have worked to remodel the historic Broadway Plaza Building into a 118-room boutique hotel. The hotel will have 2,000 square feet of meeting space and a large fitness center. The hotel is close to Intrust Bank Arena, Century II, The Orpheum Theatre, and Exploration Place. For more Kansas news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news by downloading our mobile app and signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track 3 Weather app by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New Straits Times
02-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Oriental Bank restored after RM75mil makeover, reopens as 4-star hotel by YTL
KUALA LUMPUR: YTL Hotels has opened two new properties in Malaysia—Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown and AC Hotel by Marriott Ipoh—with a combined investment of nearly RM185 million, marking a major milestone in the group's ongoing expansion. These openings reflect YTL Hotels' strategic focus on revitalising heritage buildings and introducing globally recognised hospitality brands to Malaysia's key cities. Housed within the newly restored Oriental Bank building along Jalan Hang Lekiu, Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown rises 21 storeys, blending 1970s nostalgia with modern urban flair following a RM75 million investment. This is Kuala Lumpur's first Moxy, bringing 320 stylish, smartly designed rooms that channel the energy and colour of Chinatown. Datuk Mark Yeoh, chairman of YTL Hotels, previously told Business Times that Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown is one of Marriott International's most dynamic global brands, set to redefine hospitality in Kuala Lumpur/ Honouring its heritage surroundings, the hotel showcases crimson hues, eclectic murals, neon installations, and modular furniture for the modern traveller. Up north in Perak, YTL Real Estate Investment Trust acquired the former Syuen Hotel in early 2024 for RM55 million, followed by an additional RM55 million refurbishment to transform the property into AC Hotel by Marriott Ipoh. The 11-storey, four-star hotel with 291 rooms ceased operations in May 2020. Following the refurbishment, the hotel now combines European design sensibilities with Ipoh's rich heritage, offering guests refined comfort, minimalist elegance, and spaces like the Tin Mine Club—a business lounge that pays tribute to the city's mining past with panoramic city views. YTL Hotels currently holds 11 Marriott International properties among its 33 hospitality assets worldwide, making it one of Marriott's largest long-term ownership partners in Asia. Next on the horizon is the highly anticipated Moxy Niseko Village in Hokkaido, Japan. Nestled at the foot of Mount Niseko Annupuri within the renowned Niseko United ski area, the resort promises year-round appeal—from world-class ski slopes and natural hot springs in winter to golf and nature activities during the summer months.
