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Bloomberg
6 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Accor Considers US IPO for Lifestyle Hotel Arm Ennismore
French hospitality group Accor SA is considering a US initial public offering of its lifestyle hotel venture Ennismore, people with knowledge of the matter said. Accor has been speaking with advisers about the potential Ennismore listing, which would seek to value the business at several billion dollars, said the people. The Ennismore venture operates over 180 hotels under brands including The Hoxton, Mondrian, 25hours Hotels, Hyde and Morgans Originals, according to Accor's website.
Daily Mirror
16-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
Is a Simba bed worth the price? Our head of shopping gives her verdict on quality and delivery
Mirror's head of shopping shares her thoughts on a trending Simba bed frame, including how the delivery went and how easy it was to assemble These days, buying a bed isn't as simple as wandering into a showroom and pointing at the one that looks comfiest. With endless options online, styles that range from ultra-minimalist to extravagant, and delivery logistics that make you question your life choices, the process can feel more stressful than it's worth. These are also the exact reasons why I've kept hold of my old double bed for far longer than I should– especially now that I share it with a 6ft5 tall boyfriend who, most definitely, doesn't fit in it. But one name that kept popping up in my search was Simba. Best known for their high-tech hybrid mattresses, they've built a solid reputation for designing premium-looking sleep solutions ranging from mattresses to pillows and bed frames. And it was these bed frames that really caught my interest. By way of a quick overview before I share my order experience, their beds are made in the UK using FSC-certified wood, available in dozens of customizable and very on-trend finishes, and come with perks like whopping 10-year guarantees, free delivery and a 200-night trial. I'd already been sleeping on a Simba mattress (and loving it), so when I saw they also made proper upholstered bed frames – with clean and modern styling, and a delivery promise that didn't involve a headache – I decided to upgrade my old bed before I ended up having to downgrade to a smaller boyfriend. The model I went for? The Hoxton Bed – a beautifully designed frame with a padded headboard to rival a trending 'cloud' frame, lots of customisable options and the promise of easy, fuss-free setup. Here's how it all went... Customising the bed The Hoxton isn't a one-size-fits-all bed frame. There are six different base designs to choose from (including smart under-bed storage drawers, which come fully pre-assembled), and you can opt for a sleek, modern silhouette with or without a headboard. I chose the version with headboard for a more finished, hotel-style look – and it didn't disappoint. The tall, padded headboard has a minimalist design that still feels soft and welcoming, perfect for propping up a pillow and reading before bed. Then there's the colour and fabric selection – and this is where Simba really sets themselves apart. The bed is available in a huge range of 34 different colours and textures, from subtle neutrals to bold statement shades. I picked Oyster White in a matte weave fabric to match my other furnishings, but there are fabrics ranging from plush velvet to crisp linen and snug chenille. Basically, the selection process feels a bit like you're designing a room on The Sims – it was a lot of fun. Prices do range depending on the fabric you pick, but my king side bed frame was from £799 for the velvet and matte weave textures. The delivery process One of my biggest worries with buying a new bed was the delivery. Would it fit up the stairs? Would it come in 100 pieces and require a full toolkit? Happily, Simba has already thought all that through. The Hoxton arrives mostly pre-assembled, including the drawers if you've opted for a storage version. It's delivered in just two or three boxes, depending on the size you've ordered. The largest single piece – the base – maxes out at around 33cm high, 90cm wide and 200cm long, so it's long but slim enough to navigate through doorways and hallways. Everything was clearly labelled and well-packaged. The fixings are simple connector fittings – no complex construction or power tools required. I would love to say I put it together myself, but in honesty, I watched my boyfriend do it. But I wouldn't say he has too much in the way of DIY skill (though he'd argue that, of course), and he found it simple enough. The only slight issue we had was locating the pre-made holes for the headboard to connect to. For this reason, I'd suggest attaching the headboard before you push it all the way back to the wall. Even better, if you'd rather put your feet up, Simba also offers a specialist delivery and installation service for a small additional fee. They'll assemble the whole thing and even remove your old bed. I didn't go for that this time, as I'm selling my old bed, but it's a great option if you're short on time or patience. What it's like to sleep on Once built, the Hoxton Bed instantly elevated the whole room. It feels solid and sturdy – no creaking, no shifting – and the soft, upholstered finish gives it that premium boutique-hotel feel. I paired it with my existing Simba Hybrid mattress, and the combination has made bedtime feel like an actual treat. It's also worth noting the little thoughtful design touches – like the clean lines, quality finishes, and soft-close drawers (if you opt for storage). Everything just works, and looks good doing it. For these reasons, I think it completely justifies the price, considering there are much pricier frames out there that don't offer seamless delivery, assembly and storage solutions. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. In fact, my best friend is already scrolling through the fabric options for her own bedroom redesign. I would say it's worth paying decent money for a good quality bed, just because of how often it's used and how long for, but if your budget doesn't stretch to Simba, I have found some alternatives that give trendy designs for a smaller price. I also looked at Dusk's Madison Ottoman Storage Bed, from £359, which also looks very aesthetic. And Wayfair's Hucksley Upholstered Bed Frame, from £265.99, looks like a plushy dream.
Scottish Sun
25-06-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
First look inside stunning new Scots hotel as trendy chain moves into major city
The Hoxton has opened its first Scottish site HOX STUFF First look inside stunning new Scots hotel as trendy chain moves into major city A LUXURY hotel chain has opened its first Scottish site after taking over 11 terraced town houses. The Hoxton has transformed the Georgian row into a 214-room resort including an Italian restaurant and ballroom in Edinburgh's Fountainbridge. Advertisement 4 The Hoxton's lobby features luxurious dark wood, plenty of natural light and tasteful decor 4 Bedrooms are painted in trendy sage green and views over the streets below 4 Patatino restaurant brings together classic Italian cuisine and Scottish ingredients 4 Bosses transformed 11 Georgian townhouses to create the luxury hotel It opened this week and also has boasts self-contained three-bedroom and bathroom homes with private kitchens and lounges which can be booked by those looking for extra space. Interiors feature period features, mid-century furnishings and brushed brass fixtures. A hotel spokesman said: 'The Hoxton is located in the heart of Edinburgh's West End, where Victorian and Georgian architecture rules, having been a hub for the city's expansion in the 19th century. 'A stone's throw from the city centre, the hotel serves as an ideal base to visit iconic cultural hotspots such as nearby New Town, Murrayfield Stadium, Castle Rock and Arthur's Seat. Advertisement 'This vibrant area is fast becoming a destination in its own right, loved by locals and visitors for its rich culture, culinary hotspots and elegant historic charm.' The Hoxton was launched by co-founder of sandwich chain Pret A Manger Sinclair Beecham when its first hotel was opened on the grounds of a former car park in Shoreditch, London, in 2006. The brand has since opened more than a dozen sites across the world, including in Amsterdam, Paris, Chicago, Los Angeles, Berlin and Rome. Guests at the Edinburgh branch can dine in trattoria-style bistro Patatino, where classic Italian cuisine meets traditional Scottish fayre. Advertisement The menu includes sourdough pizza, house-made pasta and dishes using seasonal ingredients, paired with specially selected mediterranean wines. Scots holiday park named one of best in world Bedrooms feature sage green walls and raspberry-coloured headboards, with bigger spaces having their own skylight windows. A gallery showcasing the work of local emerging artists and a shop selling prints, clothing and furnishings made in the city have also been opened. And customers will receive complimentary Brompton bike hire and 'mates' rates' discounts at nearby gyms and fitness studios. Advertisement Prices for a three-night weekend stay at The Hoxton Edinburgh next month start at £820.
Edinburgh Live
23-06-2025
- Edinburgh Live
First look inside plush new Edinburgh hotel after West End townhouses transformed
A luxury hotel chain has opened their first Scottish spot, as Edinburgh welcomes The Hoxton. With 214 rooms, the transformed townhouses are split over both sides of Grosvenor Street. The hotel is also home to an Italian restaurant, ballroom events space, an 'intimate' screening room and three houses. The Hoxton has hotels across the world including Vienna, Amsterdam, Chicago, Portland, Paris, Rome and more. The main building houses 150 rooms, with the remaining 64 in the townhouse across the road. They're split into categories - snug single, bunk rooms, cosy, roomy and 'biggy'. A spokesperson for the chain said: "Design throughout all rooms play into the building's Georgian-influenced architecture, with original features meticulously preserved by AIME Studios to celebrate the heritage of the property and Edinburgh as a whole. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox "Cornicing, double height ceilings and impressive sash windows feature throughout many rooms, and headboards across all categories come in a deep raspberry red, with a mix of modern arched silhouettes in some, and a more flamboyant fluted design with a neo-classical feel in others. Walls are two toned in light and dark sage and divided by a dado rail, with whimsical touches such as pineapple coat hooks and fringe skirted armchairs offering a playful nod to the heritage of the townhouses." The restaurant, styled like a 'classic Italian trattoria', brings the Amalfi Coast energy to Edinburgh. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. A spokesperson said: "Interiors channel the trattoria spirit with theatrical flair complete with mirror motifs, hot pink accents, ambient lighting, and a showstopping Baroque-style fountain surrounded by banquette seating. Rich textures and colour fill the space with deep blue velvet, green corduroy, floral prints, and striped walls, layered to create an opulent yet inviting atmosphere. "Open from morning to night for early breakfasts, celebratory lunches and intimate dinners, Patatino has something for everyone, offering hearty, Italian dishes utilising local Scottish produce with playful twists."
Edinburgh Reporter
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
Newest trattoria in town opens soon
The Hoxton Edinburgh is set to open on 1 July along with its modern Italian restaurant Patatino which is inspired by the trattorias of Sorrento. From 1 to 6 July the restaurant is offering 50% off all food. Patatino takes its name from an Italian term of endearment (literally 'little potato') and will offer 'joyous hospitality and a laid-back romantic atmosphere', and the menu combines hearty Italian dishes with local Scottish produce – many with a creative twist, including: Deep fried spaghetti squares with tomato and spicy basil pesto Linguine with shellfish bisque, Eyemouth crab and Amalfi lemon Pizza with 'nduja, haggis, jalapeño, hot honey and fior di latte Panettone pudding To start, menu highlights include Deep Fried Spaghetti Squares with Tomato and Spicy Basil Pesto; Arancini with Slow-Cooked Brisket, Pea and Smoked Tomato and Charcoal are followed by pastas including Linguine with Shellfish Bisque, Eyemouth Crab and Amalfi Lemon and Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, as well as sourdough pizzas topped with Scottish Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Pesto or, for the more adventurous, 'Nduja, Haggis, Jalapeño, Hot Honey and Fior di Latte. Desserts include a traditional Tiramisù, made to a recipe shared by the Hoxton's chef in Florence and Rome, and a Panettone Pudding, an Italian take on a bread and butter pudding. Seafood – including lobster and Scottish langoustines – is sourced from John Vallance fishmongers, while meat comes from third generation family butcher John Gilmour, which sources grass-fed beef from sustainable farms in Scotland. The drinks list offers creative spins on quintessential Italian cocktails, including spritzes – from the classic Aperol and Hugo serves to a refreshing Grapefruit and Olive Spritz – as well as 'House Special' negronis, finished tableside with a choice of peach, strawberry or Amalfi lemon mist garnishes. These sit alongside a signature selection of 'Made in Italia' serves created for Patatino by The Hoxton's bar teams in Rome and Florence, including a Pata-tini with Gin, Cocchi Rosa and RinQuinQuin, and the Solemn Pomace with strawberry-infused grappa, lime and sugar. The all-Italian wine list is split by region, mixing bottles from Italy's most respected winemakers with wines from up-and-coming artisan producers. To reach the restaurant diners may enter through the hotel lobby or from the street entrance which will be unmistakable with a scalloped stripe awning and dramatic florals. Inside the decor is vibrant hot pink with dramatic lighting. At its heart, a bite-sized interpretation of a Baroque-style Italian fountain is surrounded by banquettes upholstered in rich tones of mid-blue velvet, navy leather, and dark-stained timber. Patatino will open at The Hoxton, Edinburgh on Tuesday 1st July. Online reservations are now open online at Opening hours: Monday – Wednesday: 5pm – 9:30pm Thursday – Saturday: 12pm – 4pm / 5pm – 9:30pm Sunday: 12pm – 6pm Like this: Like Related
