UK: Independent Hotel Show London has opened entries for its 2025 awards, in partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
On the first day (IHSThe awards will be presented on 6 October, at Olympia London. They are divided into three categories: Hotel Rising Stars, Hotel Design of the year, and Independent Hotel of the year.
Hotel Rising Star – open to employees at any level and working in any role within a hotel, the award recognises individuals who show early leadership qualities, a passion for the industry, and a drive to learn.
Hotel Design of the Year – open to design projects from the past two years, the award recognises hotels which demonstrate and blend functionality, guest experience and visual impact.
Independent Hotel of the Year – open to any independent hotel, entries must demonstrate excellence, innovation, and community engagement while delivering quality guest experiences.
Karen de Koning, general manager of Grove of NarberthThe recipient of the Independent Hotel of the Year Award for 2024, said, “It’s a great honor for the entire team, and we couldn’t be more proud to have been named Independent Hotel of the Year, especially considering the incredible selection of hotels that were also shortlisted for the award.
Theaward is important to us because it rewards and highlights the care and dedication our staff show to look after all of our amazing guests.
Glenn Wallace, IHS’s event manager said that they were excited to announce the opening of entries for 2025’s edition of the Independent Hotel Awards. We are excited to recognise those in the independent hotel industry who have shown innovation and creativity.
Brenda Collins is the executive vice president of Europe at Preferred Hotels & Resorts“It is an honor to be on the Independent Hotel Show Awards’ judging panel once more.” I am consistently impressed by the outstanding standards displayed across the independent hotels sector. It is an honour to celebrate and recognize such excellence. “I look forward to this year’s submissions.”
Enter the Independent Hotel Show Awards 2025 here.
Highlights:
• Entries are now open for the 2025 Independent Hotel Show Awards, taking place on 6 October at Olympia London.
• Awards are hosted in partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
• The three award categories include Hotel Rising Star, Hotel Design of the Year, and Independent Hotel of the Year.
• Past winners such as the Grove of Narberth emphasise the value of team recognition and industry impact.
