Schloss Roxburghe to join Destination by Hyatt brand
Schloss Roxburghe, the luxury country estate in the Scottish Borders, is to join the Destination by Hyatt brand and become the brand's UK debut.
Hyatt announced that an affiliate had entered into a franchise agreement with the 12.18. Group.
The property was sold to 12.18. in 2018 and was expected to reopen in 2019 following a £30m redevelopment. The 22-bedroom property was brought to market for offers in excess of £3.25m.
The estate is anticipated to become a luxury retreat with the addition of 58 rooms and suites to the property's existing accommodations, as well as 12 cottages, expected to be complete by late 2022.
An additional 49 cottages will successively open until 2024, taking the estate's guestrooms and suites to a total of 20 rooms and suites in the main house, 58 in the the Estate House, and 61 cottages. A 6,458sq ft spa facility with two saunas and outdoor infinity pool will join the estate's existing amenities, including a purpose-built banqueting suite.
The countryside property has a history that dates from the 12th century and was formerly owned by the Duke of Roxburghe.
The newly expanded hotel and refurbished hotel will be operated by 12.18.'s hotel management arm. At the time the expansion was announced, it was understood a new culinary concept for the hotel was being developed in place of the Roux-run restaurant.
A release said that the relaunched property would have "two outstanding restaurants, three bars, and two lounges that will deliver home grown, locally sourced and seasonal Scottish produce".
Felicity Black-Roberts, Hyatt's vice president of development, Europe, said: "Schloss Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course is a property of distinction and an exciting milestone for the growth of the Destination by Hyatt portfolio in the region. Our latest collaboration with the 12.18. Group is a testament to the value Hyatt places on nurturing meaningful, strategic relationships with owners to create luxury hotels and resorts in sought-after destinations that matter to our guests and World of Hyatt members. The desire for travel in the luxury segment remains steadfast, and this project is set to cater to luxury travelers, both international and locals alike, in one of the country's most exquisite locations."
Jörg Lindner, founder and managing partner at 12.18. Group, added: "Schloss Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course is 12.18.'s third project with Hyatt to join the Destination by Hyatt portfolio. Our previous collaborations with Hyatt include 7Pines Resort Sardinia and 7Pines Resort Ibiza, which set a precedent for truly one-of-a-kind hotels catering to the growing number of travellers looking to create their own distinct experiences. With its impressive heritage and stunning location, Schloss Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course is poised to offer guests a stay like no other. The new concept demonstrates how Hyatt and 12.18. collaborate to rethink the luxury hotel space in Europe."
Schloss Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course will be the second Hyatt-branded property in Scotland, joining the recently announced Hyatt Centric Edinburgh Haymarket.
The Destination by Hyatt brand is a collection of independent upper-upscale to luxury hotels, resorts and residences that reflect their location.
The 12.18. Group based in Düsseldorf specialises in the acquisition, development and operation of high-quality tourist properties throughout Europe. The Lindner Group is a 50% shareholder, with the other 50% held by the Versorgungswerk der Zahnärztekammer Berlin K. d. ö. R. (pension fund of the Berlin Chamber of Dentists).
