Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland is proud to announce the appointment of Tony Hill as General Manager at its newly opened London flagship hotel, Leonardo Royal London St. Paul’s.
Tony joins the Leonardo Royal property with over 30 years’ experience working in the hospitality industry, most recently as Executive General Manager at Jurys Inn Hinckley Island.
An exciting time to join the team, the Leonardo Royal London St. Paul’s recently opened its doors in April. Formerly part of The Grange hotel group, the hotel is situated in the shadow of the world-famous St. Paul’s Cathedral and is perfect for business and leisure guests alike.
Tony joined the Jurys Inn family in 2012, where he successfully drove commercial performance while delivering the highest standards of guest experience and service. In his role as Executive General Manager at Jurys Inns Inn Hinckley Island, Tony led with admirable leadership qualities and he was passionate about investing in his team.
As part of his new role at Leonardo Royal London St. Paul’s, Tony’s skills and expertise will prove incredibly valuable as Leonardo Hotels continues to grow and strengthen its profile in London and throughout the UK.
Located in London’s bustling business district, Leonardo Royal London St. Paul’s is home to 23 impressive meeting and conference suites. The event spaces are flexible to suit any occasion and equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and lighting. The Wren & Shakespeare rooms can be combined to host 700 theatre style or 1200 standing the heart of central London.
The hotel’s intimate nightclub venue is available for exclusive hire for private events. There is also a spectacular Sky Bar, complete with a weather-proof conservatory that offers panoramic views of the city and an unrivalled view of the iconic St. Paul’s Cathedral that can be hired for private events.
The 460-room property is also home to five on-site bars and restaurants, including Benihana, and a fully-equipped spa and fitness centre. Guests can take advantage of a range of fitness services or take a dip in the stunning 18m swimming pool. For ultimate rest and relaxation, the jacuzzi, sauna and steam room are on hand along with a full range of beauty treatments in the luxury spa.
Perfectly located, guests at Leonardo Royal St. Paul’s are close to London attractions, including the Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe and more. The hotel is within reach of world-class shopping destinations and is just a short walk from key transport hubs.
Jason Carruthers, Managing Director of Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland says:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Tony as General Manager of our new Leonardo Royal London St. Paul’s. This is an exciting time for Leonardo Hotels as we continue to strengthen our presence in the UK, having the right staff in place is crucial and we have no doubt that Tony will excel in his new role.”