https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/travelodge/ Travelodge News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:59:08+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndhams-women-own-the-room-signs-over-30-hotels-in-first-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wyndhams-women-own-the-room-signs-over-30-hotels-in-first-year/ Industry-leading program sets the bar for driving diversity while expanding women hotel ownership Sun, 26 Mar 2023 07:10:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-hobart-transformation-completed-following-multi-million-dollar-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-hobart-transformation-completed-following-multi-million-dollar-r/ Travelodge Hobart has just completed a multi-million-dollar refurbishment program that has seen all 131 guest rooms refreshed, public spaces – including a dramatic new-look reception – transformed, the installation of a gym and purpose-built yoga and Pilates studio, and new Dreamcatcher beds throughout. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 06:44:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-resort-darwin-unveils-two-storey-high-mural-by-artist-lisa-king/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-resort-darwin-unveils-two-storey-high-mural-by-artist-lisa-king/ Hot on the heels of its Wet Season makeover in 2020, Travelodge Resort Darwin has undergone another dramatic transformation with the addition of a two-storey high mural by artist Lisa King as part of this year’s Darwin Street Art Festival. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 06:41:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-improves-offering-for-business-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-improves-offering-for-business-travellers/ Travelodge has unveiled Travelodge Business, a one-stop service created to help restart travel programmes post-pandemic. The project supports business accommodation needs. Tue, 05 Oct 2021 05:26:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-begins-autumnal-recruitment-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-begins-autumnal-recruitment-drive/ Roles on offer include management roles for hotel manager and assistant hotel manager positions, as well as in the housekeeping team and on reception. Fri, 24 Sep 2021 05:23:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bonnar-takes-top-job-at-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bonnar-takes-top-job-at-travelodge/ Craig Bonnar has been serving as interim chief since the start of this year and has been a member of the group operating board since his appointment as chief operating officer in 2017. Mon, 10 May 2021 10:39:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-unveils-plans-for-new-uk-properties/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-unveils-plans-for-new-uk-properties/ Travelodge has announced it expects to open 17 new hotels across the UK in 2021, creating 360 new jobs and growing its hotel network to 597 locations in the UK, Ireland and Spain. Tue, 04 May 2021 08:55:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/robinson-appointed-chairman-of-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/robinson-appointed-chairman-of-travelodge/ Travelodge has announced the appointment of leisure travel veteran, Martin Robinson, as its new chairman. He brings a wealth of brand building, strategic management and leadership expertise. Tue, 06 Apr 2021 10:09:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-retains-virtually-all-hotels-following-landlord-dispute/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-retains-virtually-all-hotels-following-landlord-dispute/ Travelodge has retained a network of 578 hotels following an acrimonious company voluntary arrangement deal with owners, losing just a handful to competitors. Fri, 27 Nov 2020 10:50:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-reopen-hundreds-of-hotels-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-reopen-hundreds-of-hotels-in-uk/ Travelodge has accelerated its hotel reopening programme, with a further 100 properties returning to market this week. The budget company added it would continue to reopen dozens of properties a week this month. Mon, 13 Jul 2020 09:16:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stakeholders-approve-travelodge-voluntary-insolvency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stakeholders-approve-travelodge-voluntary-insolvency/ A short statement explained: “The successful vote will enable Travelodge to navigate the short-term challenges facing the business as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.” Sun, 21 Jun 2020 09:28:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-proposes-rent-cut-to-save-jobs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-proposes-rent-cut-to-save-jobs/ Travelodge has a proposed a company voluntary arrangement as it seeks to restructure in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. Under the plans, landlords will be paid £230 million in rent, approximately 62 per cent of the sum due under current contracts. Thu, 04 Jun 2020 09:34:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/going-on-a-summer-holiday-with-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/going-on-a-summer-holiday-with-travelodge/ Travelodge is looking to grow its coastal hotel network with a further 26 properties in seaside resorts and coastal towns in the British Isles. The hotel chain opened its first seaside hotel in Brighton in 1999 and has opened its 36th seaside resort hotel at Rhyl beach.  Tue, 23 Jul 2019 03:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-recruit-thousands-of-new-staff/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-recruit-thousands-of-new-staff/ Travelodge has launched a new recruitment programme targeting parents looking to get back into work. Travelodge also revealed today that revenue climbed 8.8 per cent to £694 million in the year to December 31st, while adjusted earnings grew £9.6 million to £122 million. Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:53:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-reveals-rail-focus-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-reveals-rail-focus-in-uk/ Travelodge has officially opened its 574th hotel close to Ashford International railway station. With this opening, Travelodge now operates hotels at key railway stations servicing HS1 and proposed HS2 routes – connecting the south and north of Britain.  Wed, 13 Feb 2019 10:27:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-announces-plans-for-100-million-uk-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-announces-plans-for-100-million-uk-expansion/ Travelodge has opened a new hotel by Telford International Centre and it plans to open more hotels close to popular UK event venues. With the opening of Telford Travelodge, the company now operates hotels close to the UK’s top 20 largest and busiest conference and event centres. Thu, 04 Oct 2018 11:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-city-travelodge-takes-brand-into-new-era/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-city-travelodge-takes-brand-into-new-era/ London’s first budget hotelier has celebrated 30 years of trading in the capital by opening its new flagship Travelodge Plus hotel in the City of London, close to Liverpool Street station. Tue, 31 Jul 2018 07:41:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hellewell-takes-up-chief-technology-officer-role-with-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hellewell-takes-up-chief-technology-officer-role-with-travelodge/ Hellewell will be responsible for ensuring innovative technology continues to enhance the customer experience and drive the business forward.  Mon, 23 Jul 2018 18:42:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travelodge-plus-launches-to-uk-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/travelodge-plus-launches-to-uk-market/ Travelodge has launched its new hotel format - Travelodge Plus. This new hotel format is designed around the needs of the budget traveller who wants that little bit more style and choice.  Mon, 02 Jul 2018 12:36:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-dover-opens-doors-as-brand-seeks-to-capitalise-on-booming-cruise/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-dover-opens-doors-as-brand-seeks-to-capitalise-on-booming-cruise/ Travelodge has opened its first hotel in Dover, cementing its position of offering good quality, low-cost accommodation at the UK’s top ten busiest cruise ports. Tue, 22 May 2018 05:18:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-partners-with-itsu-for-new-breakfast-options/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-partners-with-itsu-for-new-breakfast-options/ Travelodge has partnered up with itsu to offer a specially selected ‘eat beautiful’ range of convenience noodles and Asian-inspired snacks in its non-Bar Café hotels. Fri, 11 May 2018 05:46:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-new-flagship-property-in-yorkshire/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-new-flagship-property-in-yorkshire/ Travelodge has opened its new flagship hotel at Layerthorpe, York. The company’s fifth hotel in the city also marks Travelodge being crowned York’s largest branded hotel provider in the city. Mon, 07 Aug 2017 09:02:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-launches-superroom-premium-economy-concept-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-launches-superroom-premium-economy-concept-in-uk/ Travelodge has launched new SuperRooms, bringing the premium economy concept familiar to airline users to the UK budget hotel market. This new class of room, the first of its kind in the UK budget hotel market, dials up the comfort factor with a concept designed especially for business and leisure customers who want the extra choice of a more premium room. Tue, 16 May 2017 07:52:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-reveals-plans-for-scottish-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-reveals-plans-for-scottish-expansion/ Travelodge has opened the first branded hotel in Peterhead, Scotland, the first of three hotel openings for the company in the destination this year.  The other two include a 74-room hotel in Stirling and a 54-room Travelodge in Inverness. Mon, 03 Apr 2017 09:46:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-operating-officer-for-travelodge-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-operating-officer-for-travelodge-in-uk/ Travelodge has announced that Craig Bonnar has been appointed to the position of chief operating officer. Thu, 09 Feb 2017 11:00:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-latest-property-in-andover/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-latest-property-in-andover/ Travelodge has opened its first hotels in Andover. The purpose built 76-room hotel which features a Bar Café and onsite car-parking is situated at Andover Business Park, next door to the British Army Land Forces Headquarters. Thu, 02 Feb 2017 11:25:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/milton-keynes-welcomes-new-herd-of-cows/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/milton-keynes-welcomes-new-herd-of-cows/ Travelodge has presented Milton Keynes with a new herd of life-size cows to celebrate its 18th anniversary in the town and the opening of its fourth MK hotel. The original Milton Keynes world-famous concrete cows, which were created in 1978 by Canadian artist, Liz Leyh were moo-ved earlier this year from their town centre home to the MK museum. Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:46:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greensted-takes-chief-technology-role-with-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/greensted-takes-chief-technology-role-with-travelodge/ Travelodge has appointed Jonathan Greensted to the newly-created position of chief technology officer. Greensted will report directly to the chief executive, Peter Gowers. Within his new role he will be responsible for ensuring innovative technology drives the business forward, through the development of the company’s customer-facing and internal technology applications. Wed, 28 Sep 2016 06:27:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-plans-19-hotels-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-plans-19-hotels-in-2016/ Travelodge will open 19 new hotels in 2016, with an investment value of £140 million. This expansion is expected to create 450 new jobs and increase the company’s network to 542 hotels.  Mon, 11 Jan 2016 11:35:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-pushes-forward-on-technology-strategy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-pushes-forward-on-technology-strategy/ Independent hotel chain Travelodge has partnered with hospitality technology firm, Monscierge to develop a series of technology platforms to help the customer journey, from planning right through to checking-out and sharing their hotel experience socially. Sun, 16 Aug 2015 09:24:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-15-uk-hotels-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-15-uk-hotels-this-year/ Travelodge is capitalising on its strong performance with the 2015 opening of 15 new hotels across the UK, with an investment value of almost £100 million. The openings will include properties in Glasgow, Southampton, Bristol and the Thames Valley and four in London Sat, 14 Feb 2015 10:27:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-25m-advertising-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-25m-advertising-campaign/ Travelodge launched a new £25 million advertising campaign to inspire Britain to get up and go. The campaign, which is the biggest advertising spend to date for the company features scenes shot across Britain and highlights the new Travelodge look, being delivered through a £57 million hotel modernisation programme. This includes the installation of more than 37,000 new bespoke king size Travelodge Dreamer beds. Sat, 10 May 2014 13:04:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-rooms-for-mary-joseph-at-travelodge-this-christmas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/free-rooms-for-mary-joseph-at-travelodge-this-christmas/ To help evoke the true spirit of Christmas, Travelodge is continuing with its very own festive tradition of offering a free room to couples called Mary and Joseph during the 12 days of Christmas. Wed, 04 Dec 2013 00:30:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-for-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-for-travelodge/ Travelodge has announced the appointment of Peter Gowers as its new chief executive officer to succeed Grant Hearn. Gowers will start on the November 25th and joins the budget hotel chain from Safestore Holdings, where he has served as chief executive since 2011. Wed, 20 Nov 2013 12:43:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-chief-executive-steps-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-chief-executive-steps-down/ Travelodge has revealed that after ten years of dedicated service, Grant Hearn has decided to move on from his role as chief executive officer. Hearn joined Travelodge in 2003 as chief executive after previously working for Hilton UK & Ireland as managing director for three years. Thu, 25 Jul 2013 10:26:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-offers-free-childrens-zoo-admission-with-two-night-stay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-offers-free-childrens-zoo-admission-with-two-night-stay/ Looking to get a little something extra out of this year’s summer vacation? Take a ZOOcation! Stay two consecutive nights at your favorite Travelodge(R) hotel and in addition to great rates and a comfy room, you’ll receive two complimentary children’s tickets good at more than 135 participating zoos across the country. Thu, 23 May 2013 19:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-slims-down-operations-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-slims-down-operations-in-uk/ Following the successful completion of its financial restructuring and CVA in October 2012, Travelodge has been working with the landlords of 49 hotels to identify new operators. Further to this process, Travelodge today announces that it has signed a new franchise contract for seven hotels with Moto, the UK’s largest provider of motorway service areas. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 03:35:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-introduce-loo-laughs-as-it-opens-its-first-hotel-above-a-comedy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-introduce-loo-laughs-as-it-opens-its-first-hotel-above-a-comedy/ Today in a UK first, London’s biggest hotelier, Travelodge has opened the first ever hotel above a comedy club. Sat, 16 Mar 2013 00:30:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-apprenticeship-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-apprenticeship-programme/ Hotel chain Travelodge has announced 51 new positions on its junior management apprenticeship programme. The first phase of recruitment will begin at the start of National Apprenticeship Week and supports Travelodge’s growth strategy, which will see it open 14 hotels (1,742 rooms) this year at an investment of £141.5m.  Sat, 09 Mar 2013 08:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-launches-223-million-investment-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-launches-223-million-investment-programme/ Travelodge has announced a £223 million programme of investment for 2013 designed to help further grow its business. The cash investment will help fuel growth, strengthen the company’s brand offering and ensure consumers obtain the best value in the marketplace.    Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:10:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chairman-appointed-at-travelodge-battles-administration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chairman-appointed-at-travelodge-battles-administration/ Travelodge has announced the appointment of Brian Wallace to the position of chairman. Wallace has a wealth of experience in the hotel industry and will take up the role with immediate effect. Tue, 08 Jan 2013 10:22:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-nappy-valley-effect-fuels-travelodge-growth-plans-for-south-west-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-nappy-valley-effect-fuels-travelodge-growth-plans-for-south-west-london/ At the opening of the £10 million, new London Clapham Junction Travelodge hotel, the UK’s first budget hotelier announced that it is seeking to open a further three hotels within the Wandsworth area in response to the ‘Nappy Valley’ effect. Tue, 23 Oct 2012 17:00:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-completes-financial-restructuring/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-completes-financial-restructuring/ Budget hotel company Travelodge has successfully completed its financial restructuring. Under the terms of the financing agreement with its three key investors, GoldenTree Asset Management, Avenue Capital Group and Goldman Sachs £75 million of new money has been injected into the company. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:47:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-returns-home-after-27-years/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-returns-home-after-27-years/ Nostalgic look back to 1985 as new hotel opens in Burton-upon-Trent. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 01:59:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-names-kempston-as-new-marketing-director/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-names-kempston-as-new-marketing-director/ UK budget brand Travelodge has appointed Catriona Kempston to the position of sales and marketing director, following a six month interim period in the role. Catriona’s remit will be to develop the brand and grow revenue through sales and marketing channels. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 09:42:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-kicks-off-national-teddy-bear-swap-at-philadelphia-zoo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-kicks-off-national-teddy-bear-swap-at-philadelphia-zoo/ Philadelphia children are getting a free day of fun at the zoo today along with new teddy bears and more thanks to “Travelodge’s The Great Sleepy Bear Swap.” Thu, 06 Sep 2012 02:00:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-wins-approval-for-rescue-package/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-wins-approval-for-rescue-package/ UK budget hotel chain Travelodge has been given the green light to close 49 properties. The move is part of a financial restructuring which will also see the group invest £55 million into refurbishing 175 hotels. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:59:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-set-to-close-49-uk-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-set-to-close-49-uk-hotels/ UK budget hotel company Travelodge is planning to close 49 properties as part of a financial restructuring which will also see the group invest £55 million into refurbishing 175 hotels. Mon, 20 Aug 2012 10:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rejoins-british-hospitality-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rejoins-british-hospitality-association/ Travelodge, one of the UK’s leading budget hotel chain’s which has 513 hotels and over 37,500 rooms, is rejoining the British Hospitality Association. Mon, 20 Aug 2012 05:00:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-takes-top-spot-in-london-ahead-of-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-takes-top-spot-in-london-ahead-of-2012-olympic-games/ Travelodge will open seven hotels in July, with four of the sites being located in London, making the budget hotel chain the largest hotelier in the capital for the Olympic Games. At a combined investment value of £36 million, these new openings (in Balham, Enfield, ExCel and Woolwich) will mean that Travelodge has 54 hotels in London. Tue, 17 Jul 2012 09:43:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-invests-18.5m-in-edinburgh-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-invests-18.5m-in-edinburgh-expansion/ Travelodge is opening its 13th hotel in Edinburgh city centre with clothing retailer Arcadia Group. The new property is part of a £18.5 million investment drive that will create 40 new jobs. Sat, 26 May 2012 08:22:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-extends-travelodge-hotels-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-extends-travelodge-hotels-deal/ Sabre Travel Network, a global technology company serving travel suppliers and agencies, has extended its content agreement with Travelodge Hotels. The deal means more than 350,000 Sabre-connected travel agents around the world now have access to more than 475 Travelodge properties in the UK and Ireland. Tue, 22 May 2012 09:25:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-directors-launch-coup-against-parsons/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-directors-launch-coup-against-parsons/ Directors at budget hotel chain Travelodge have ousted Guy Parsons as chief executive officer, with Grant Hearn to return to the position. Parsons took over from Hearn in 2010, but will now leave the company on April 20th. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:19:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-41-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-41-hotels/ UK’s fastest growing hotel company, Travelodge, has announced it will be opening 41 hotels (3610 rooms) this year and creating 1,000 new jobs across the UK. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-offer-guests-free-wi-fi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-offer-guests-free-wi-fi/ In what it claims is an industry first, Travelodge earlier claimed it will become the first budget hotel chain to offer free wi-fi to its guests. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:34:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-weekend-in-the-country-travelodge-seeks-national-park-locations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-weekend-in-the-country-travelodge-seeks-national-park-locations/ Travelodge has outlined plans to expand into a number of rural locations across the UK. The budget hotel chain said earlier it would spend £135 million acquiring up 37 new hotels at locations near National Parks in the UK. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:24:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-expands-uk-offering-signs-deal-with-topshop/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-expands-uk-offering-signs-deal-with-topshop/ Travelodge has announced it has exchanged contracts on 22 new hotels across the UK at a combined investment value of £165 million. Low-cost Travelodge has also signed up to a new partnership with Arcadia Group, the UK’s largest privately owned clothing retailer, which will see a new hotel launched in Edinburgh. Tue, 05 Jul 2011 10:49:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-metro-hotel-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-rolls-out-metro-hotel-plans/ Travelodge has outlined plans to develop ‘Metro’ style hotels in prestigious locations and in office blocks across the UK in a bid to meet the growing demands of its customers. The properties - which will be between 20 to 40 rooms in size - will allow the brand to build small hotels in highly priced, much sought after locations and occupied office buildings across the UK. Tue, 31 May 2011 18:52:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-appoints-gerald-lawless-as-non-executive-director/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-appoints-gerald-lawless-as-non-executive-director/ Travelodge Hotels has announced the appointment of Gerald Lawless, Executive Chairman of Dubai-based luxury hospitality brand, Jumeirah Group, as a Non Executive Director. He will join the board with effect from 3 May 2011. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 10:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-targets-100-million-expansion-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-targets-100-million-expansion-programme/ Travelodge has confirmed it will channel £100 million into a 36 site expansion programme in partnership with the UK’s resurgent pub companies by 2015. Already co-located with pub companies on 15 bespoke developments across the UK, Travelodge is now actively working with Greene King, JW Lees, Marston’s, Mitchells & Butlers and JD Wetherspoons to find further development opportunities across the country. Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:37:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-announces-60m-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-announces-60m-expansion/ With the opening today of a 99-room hotel in Ealing, Travelodge has now become the largest hotel brand in London. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:21:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-top-round-up-of-holiday-2010/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-top-round-up-of-holiday-2010/ 2010 ended with a bang at online travel retailer lowcostholidays.com. With yearly sales up 75% and annual site visits up 96% it looks like lowcostholidays is due to smash its already impressive ranking as the Sunday Times Virgin 100 20th fastest growing companies 2009. Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-is-the-uks-first-hotel-brand-to-launch-an-electronic-charity-don/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-is-the-uks-first-hotel-brand-to-launch-an-electronic-charity-don/ Leading budget hotel chain Travelodge is delighted to announce it’s the UK’s first hotel brand to partner up with The Pennies Foundation – Britain’s only charity to provide online retailers with an electronic donation charity box. Wed, 08 Dec 2010 11:44:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/britain-becomes-a-nation-of-online-a-holics-with-72-of-brits-socially-netwo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/britain-becomes-a-nation-of-online-a-holics-with-72-of-brits-socially-netwo/ Gone are the days when Britons liked nothing better then to be tucked up in bed with a mug of cocoa and a good book or the newspaper crossword puzzle. In today’s modern society, the nation is totally addicted to social networking. Sun, 05 Dec 2010 08:25:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-wedding-date-sparks-stampede-of-visitors-to-www.travelodge.co.uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/royal-wedding-date-sparks-stampede-of-visitors-to-www.travelodge.co.uk/ Following the announcement of the royal wedding date of Prince William and Kate Middleton, the UK’s fastest growing hotel chain Travelodge, this morning reported it has seen a stampede of international and British visitors to its booking website – resulting in a double digit increase in London room bookings. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 13:10:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-uks-first-budget-hotel-chain-has-celebrated-its-25th-anniversary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-uks-first-budget-hotel-chain-has-celebrated-its-25th-anniversary/ The nations’s first budget hotel chain has celebrated its 25th anniversary at the UK’s very first budget hotel Wed, 03 Nov 2010 10:16:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-snaps-up-52-properties/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-snaps-up-52-properties/ Budget hotel operator Travelodge has continued its aggressive expansion programme with the acquisition of 52 properties from Mitchells & Butlers. The deal – believed to be worth £90 million – will see M&B use the net proceeds to reduce debt and fund capital investment in growth brands. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:40:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-its-first-3-million-hotel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-its-first-3-million-hotel/ Today, the leader of the Council, Councillor Simon Tagg and the Mayor of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Councillor Ann Heames were joined by the town’s up coming artists from Wolstanton High School to officially open Travelodge’s first hotel in Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre. Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:44:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-travelodge-launches-sleep-wardens-to-help-its-customers-sleep-easy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-travelodge-launches-sleep-wardens-to-help-its-customers-sleep-easy/ In a UK-first, Travelodge is introducing dedicated ‘Sleep Wardens’ to patrol its 383 UK hotels in a bid to help its 9 million customers get a good night’s sleep. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:44:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-its-10th-hotel-in-edinburgh/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-opens-its-10th-hotel-in-edinburgh/ Travelodge has just opened its tenth hotel in Edinburgh, making the budget hotel chain the largest hotelier in Scotland’s capital city. Wed, 12 May 2010 11:26:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-appoints-guy-parsons-as-ceo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-appoints-guy-parsons-as-ceo/ Travelodge, the UK’s fastest growing hotel chain, today announced that Guy Parsons, previously Managing Director UK, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Mon, 10 May 2010 15:10:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/management-shake-up-at-travelodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/management-shake-up-at-travelodge/ Travelodge UK has promoted managing director Guy Parsons to chief executive as the budget hotel chain seeks to maximise growth ahead of a potential sale. The budget hotel sector is expected to double in size during the next two decades, with the Thame-based company seeking to maximise growth over the period. Mon, 10 May 2010 13:01:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-26-new-uk-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-to-open-26-new-uk-hotels/ Travelodge has announced plans to open 26 new hotels in the UK this year in a programme worth £115m. The expansion will create over 2,000 rooms as well as 500 new jobs within the budget hotel chain. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:20:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-raises-100m-expansion-fund-for-2012-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-raises-100m-expansion-fund-for-2012-olympics/ Travelodge is stepping up its expansion ahead of the 2012 London Olympics by raising £100m for new hotels. The fund is being created by Twenty10 Fund Management, and will be used to build five hotels every year in UK cities. Travelodge will occupy these on leases of 25 to 35 years. Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:46:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-marches-on-with-uk-expansion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-marches-on-with-uk-expansion/ Travelodge is continuing its UK expansion with by announcing three new budget hotels in Manchester and Edinburgh, as part of a £50 million programme that includes a total of ten new properties. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:01:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-plans-marstons-tie-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelodge-plans-marstons-tie-up/ Travelodge has unveiled a partnership with Marston’s, including at a site in Somerset, in a bid to capitalise on rising demand from business travelers. The two UK companies have joined together to search for 10 new jointly occupied sites on main roads in suburban and out-of-town locations. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:41:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mid-range-uk-hotels-step-up-price-war/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mid-range-uk-hotels-step-up-price-war/ A marketing battle between mid-range hotels in the UK has broken as operators fight to lure the leisure customer pound. Travelodge, Holiday Inn and Premier Inn are all going head-to-head as hopes of a sustained recovery in the UK hotel industry fade. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:34:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090703134455402/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090703134455402/ Travelodge has announced plans to spend €61m building three new hotels in Spain.The properties in Barcelona, Valencia and Seville will be constructed in a joint venture with property developer Citygrove, which has previously developed a number of Travelodge hotels in the UK. All three will open in 2011. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:44:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090618125930934/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090618125930934/ Travelodge is launching a £100 million fund to snap up the growing number of distressed hotels that are coming up for grabs in the economic downturn.The move comes shortly after its arch rival Whitbread, which owns the Premier Inn chain, warned of significant industry restructuring. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:59:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090325134103390/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090325134103390/ Travelodge has announced a new service that will offer consumers a GPS room-booking service via 3G Apple iPhone. This new service labeled “Travelodge iBooker” will allow business and leisure travellers to search and book accommodation across the UK. Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:41:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20050927115146537/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20050927115146537/ Opportunities Abound to Grow Visits from Location Oriented SearchesAnalysis by Hitwise reveals that visits to hotel websites in the UK are consolidating among the three most visited hotel websites and that opportunities abound to attract those looking for hotels online through location or place names. Tue, 27 Sep 2005 11:51:11 +0000