7th February , 2023
New Chapter for Pride of Britain Hotels
PoB Hotels launches today as a collection of carefully curated rooms, the finest restaurants and spas, and the most authentic regional experiences across the British Isles.
Formerly known as Pride of Britain Hotels, the new PoB Hotels marks a shift towards an entirely new brand, personality and ethos under CEO Kalindi Juneja.
POB Hotels will encompass relaxed, modern luxury and continue to showcase a range of independent hotels dotted around the British Isles which keep inspiring guests to discover new hotel experiences that are Pampering, Outstanding and British.
Pale Hall
New research among 1,000 UK adults over the weekend of 4th and 5th February, and commissioned by PoB Hotels from market intelligence firm AudienceNet, shows that more British citizens intend to not only travel across the British Isles during 2023, but also stay longer at their chosen luxury hotel.
Almost two-thirds of UK adults (63%) claimed that the appeal of taking a break in Britain as opposed to flying abroad, had increased since the pandemic.
Furthermore, over one-third (35%) of all UK adults plan to stay at an upmarket, luxury or spa hotel within the British Isles, with 53% saying they would be more inclined to book a three-night stay, within a British hotel, rather than a two-night stay.
Two-thirds (66%) of UK adults claim they like to be very well looked after and pampered when staying in a British hotel.
The Gilpin, Spa
The importance of experiences, such as good food, better wellbeing and spa facilities, was said to have increased for as much as 60% of the UK adult population when staying at a British hotel.
From castles brimming with northern charm to seafront lodges sitting along the southern coast, PoB Hotels celebrates the personality and characterful spirit that is the essence of these small, independent hotels.
Kalindi Juneja
Kalindi Juneja, CEO of PoB Hotels, comments: “It’s an exciting new era for PoB Hotels as the evolution of our iconic British brand has already brought us new hotel members and is attracting new guests.
“Britons want to spend more time enjoying the incredible experiences on offer within the British Isles and we will be showcasing the finest privately-owned hotels, restaurants and spas available.”
New Logo
The new PoB Hotels logo is an important symbol and identifier of the brand.
The primary logo colour is charcoal, offering a strong contrast to the secondary logo colour of white, whilst creating an elegant, refined, and modern impression.
PoB Hotels’ secondary colour palette is a celebration of British nostalgia with a sense of familiarity, warmth and connection to culture and place, including shades such as: Heather, English Rose, Crown Jewel, Custard Cream and Green Apple.
A defining purpose of the PoB Hotels brand is to “Open the door to inspiration”.
Think of PoB Hotels as the key and each hotel as a door to new experiences.
Each completely unique.
Each hand-picked.
Each the Pride of Britain.
The doorways convey intrigue and individuality, aiming to inspire current and potential guests to visit a PoB Hotel.
New Website
In line with the new brand, PoB Hotels is launching a new website that is centred around the guest experience.
The new website has a significant focus on the regions across the UK and the Channel Islands.
Other features include ‘The Handle’- PoB Hotels new online magazine, an intelligent search bar, and a mystery door for guests who want a surprise element to their next British holiday.
PoB Hotels will relaunch all social media channels – Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Facebook – under the new name.
The brand has also launched on TikTok to interest guests through creative content and videos.
The rebrand also unveils the PoB hotels gift vouchers. Gift vouchers can be personalised and purchased as a luxury gift pack including a reusable travel bag, a copy of The Directory book and a stylish gift wallet.
For an instant gift, the voucher can be sent digitally presenting the perfect opportunity for guests to give the gift of luxury to their loved ones.
Each gift voucher can be redeemed at any of the hotels across the British Isles.
Going Green
PoB Hotels is committed to responsible travel and the importance of sustainable practices across its hotels and has partnered with EarthCheck, the world’s leading scientific benchmarking, certification, and advisory group for travel and tourism – to develop environmental good practice and certification for hotel members, and company-wide regenerative practices.
Glenapp Castle
Within a year the brand has achieved bronze certification for the PoB Hotels entity and 25% of the member hoteliers have signed up to EarthCheck.
A further 8% hotels are in discussion with EarthCheck and 10% of hotels have embarked on the path to guided sustainability certification with other bodies such as Green Key.
PoB Hotels organise several sustainability forums and webinars to raise awareness on the topic and have ambitious plans for year two.
In 2023 they are working towards developing a plan with key Sustainable Development Goals that PoB Hotels will champion with an aim towards silver certification with EarthCheck.
Sue Williams, General Manager of Whatley Manor has been elected their sustainability brand ambassador and guide and PoB Hotels is aiming to have more members embark on becoming carbon responsible.
There will be annual surveys to assess progress of the membership, an important step in their ongoing commitment to sustainability and a way to promote the importance of sustainable practices across the hotels.