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December 2024Align Partners

The Bruntsfield Hotel acquired by Dutco Group

The 74-bedroom Edinburgh hotel, previously owned by Castleforge, will be managed by Align Partners alongside Mar Hall, with significant investment planned to reposition it as a leading luxury hotel.

December 2023Align Partners

New owners announced for Mar Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort

Dubai-based Dutco Group acquires the 240-acre estate near Glasgow in partnership with Align Partners, with a £15m investment package covering woodland lodges, leisure and spa facilities and guestroom upgrades.

September 2022React News

Storm clouds gathering over a buoyant hotel sector

Chris King on why players will need to be fleet of foot to weather inflationary headwinds, and where the opportunities sit for disciplined investors.

December 2021Align Partners

Align instrumental in Zetland Capital’s acquisition of two Macdonald hotels

Align originated the Manchester and Edinburgh opportunities, supporting Zetland with business planning, financial modelling, debt financing and negotiation through to completion.

November 2021Align Partners

Thackeray Group and Align Partners form £120m hospitality partnership

Thackeray Align targets acquisition and management of hotels and resorts across the UK and Ireland, pairing Thackeray’s financial resources with Align’s sector expertise.

May 2021Press coverage

Morrison Hotel, Dublin sold to Zetland Capital

The 145-bedroom boutique hotel on Dublin’s quays changes hands in a deal reported at over €65m, with David Webster advising Zetland Capital.

October 2018The Caterer

Formby Hall £18m expansion plans approved

Sefton Council approves a new golf clubhouse and event venue for 300 guests, expanded dining, a redesigned spa and leisure offer and lakeside eco-lodges.

October 2018Click Liverpool

“World class” Formby Hall makeover plans approved

Redevelopment plans approved to reposition the resort as a world-class destination, including 63 additional en-suite guestrooms.

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