UK Hotel Pipeline: 4 Projects Currently Underway

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From London to Edinburgh, hotel development activity across the UK continues with projects covering new builds, refurbishments, extensions, and more

Hospitality development activity continues to grow across the UK, with a wide range of hotel projects moving forward in key markets. From luxury resorts to large mixed-use developments, new hospitality projects are reshaping destinations across the region.

For hotel suppliers and industry professionals, these projects provide insight into where investment and construction activity is taking place across the UK market. Below are just four hotel developments currently listed in the THP database, highlighting project locations, expected opening dates, and construction activity shaping the country’s hospitality pipeline.

Rudding Park Country Club

  • Location: Harrogate, England
  • Expected Opening Date: 2030
  • Construction Type: Extension
  • Stars: 5
  • Number of Rooms: 150
  • Construction Status: Planning
  • Project Management: Richard Boothroyd Associates

Arthouse Glasgow

  • Location: Glasgow, Scotland
  • Expected Opening Date: 2026 Q2
  • Construction Type: Refurbishment
  • Stars: 4
  • Number of Rooms: 76
  • Construction Status: Under Construction
  • Management Company: Oberland

Mandarin Oriental Bankside Yards

  • Location: London, England
  • Expected Opening Date: 2029
  • Construction Type: New Building
  • Stars: 5
  • Number of Rooms: 171
  • Construction Status: Under Construction
  • Developers: Hotel Properties Limited, Samson House Ltd., and Native Land
  • Hotel Group: Mandarin Oriental Hotels

Kick Ass Greyfriars

  • Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Expected Opening Date: 2027 Q3
  • Construction Type: Extension
  • Stars: 4
  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Construction Status: Planning
  • Developer: J & M Cameron Properties Ltd.

Tracking Hotel Development Across the UK

Hotel development activity across the UK remains varied, with projects moving ahead in both established hospitality markets and regional destinations. New-build hotels, refurbishment projects, and extensions continue to shape the pipeline as operators and developers invest across different segments of the market.

With more hotels entering the planning, pre-opening, and under construction phases, staying updated on project activity is increasingly valuable for suppliers and hospitality professionals looking to identify future opportunities. For more hotel projects across the UK and other global markets, explore the THP database for the latest pipeline updates, development insights, key contacts, and project information.

Please note: Information regarding project details—including but not limited to opening dates, room counts, and branding—for hotels under development can change as projects progress. The information in this article reflects the most accurate details available at the time of writing and may not be updated afterward.

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