NEWS AND INFORMATION

New Wing at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel

Things just keep on improving at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel... during December 2008, the hotel added to it's already impressive facilities and were proud to open a brand new wing that boasts 47 additional bedrooms that brim with comfort, style and sophistication.

Hot on the heals of the opening of the Harbour Spa at the hotel, the new wing sets the standard for accommodation within the area, with many rooms that enjoy stunning panoramic views across the Christchurch Harbour.

Similar to the Kings Hotel, stylishly decorated, the rooms have been carefully designed with guests' comfort in mind. Carefully created to make you feel at home, the rooms have an intimate ambience with pristine beds and luxurious linens. The en suite bath or shower rooms have been finished to the highest standards. Each room has a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station.

www.christchurch-harbour-hotel.co.uk

Harbour Spa

Harbour Hotels' most recent launch to the group is the opening of the exquisite Harbour Spa, located at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel.

The first, of what could be many, the Spa is purposefully designed to nurture and nourish both body and soul. From the moment the Spa is entered, scents and senses merge to help create a private, peaceful ambience. It sits beautifully within the groups flagship hotel and is part of the premium facilities on offer.

Staffed by highly qualified and professional therapists, the group have put together a first class team to help quickly establish Harbour Spa's as one of the countries' finest bijou spa chains.

Facilities within the Spa, along with the 14m indoor swimming pool include the most up to date hydrotherapy pool, Sauna, Crystal Steam Room, Salt Grotto, Shower features, Treatment Rooms and a full programme of fitness classes in conjunction with the state-of-the art Gymnasium.

For more information visit www.christchurch-harbour-hotel.co.uk/spa

Rhodes South

On Friday 21.11.08, STRICTLY Come Dancing partners Karen Hardy and Gary Rhodes took to the dance floor again to celebrate the launch of the celebrity chef's new Christchurch restaurant.

The pair put their dancing shoes on again to entertain football legends Harry Redknapp, Tony Adams and Bob Wilson at the opening of Rhodes South.

It was a glamorous evening at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel, where Gary's second Christchurch restaurant enjoys a stunning waterfront location.

The menu reflects this with plenty of fish and crustacean dishes along with a carefully selected wine list.

The chef told guests he hoped it would boost Christchurch's profile. He said: "I'm delighted to open Rhodes South in Christchurch, a restaurant which will offer exceptional food in a tranquil surrounding.

"It will also perfectly complement the Kings Rhodes brasserie to offer locals and visitors an excellent choice of menu for both relaxed and more formal occasions.

"It's an exciting time for me and Harbour Hotels Group and I hope this new venture will help to put Christchurch on the culinary map."

See what the restaurant has to offer at www.rhodes-south.co.uk

Kings Rhodes

A RECIPE for success was unveiled at the King's Hotel in Christchurch as Gary Rhodes launched the first of his two restaurants in the town on 07.08.08.

Among the plush new settings of the new boutique hotel in Castle Street, formerly The Kings Arms, champagne flowed while visitors admired the luxurious transformation the hotel has gone through since its multi-million pound investment.

The brasserie style restaurant, which opened in August promises a relaxed dining experience where guests can select from stunning sharing plates, appetizers, mains and exquisite tasting desserts.

Gary said: "I want King's Rhodes to be open, free, warm, welcoming and buzzy. It will be relaxed in a Mediterranean-style way with great menu options for sharing and enjoying.

"It will be good honest food and great service at such amazing value."

The Mayor of Christchurch, Cllr David Flagg, declared Kings Rhodes officially open, saying: "This is a magnificent achievement for Christchurch and is the result of a great deal of hard work.

"We have to thank both Gary Rhodes and the Nicholas Roach Group, who are responsible for the transformation of The Kings and the Christchurch Harbour Hotel, for investing in the town.

"We live in the safest place in the country and are the best coastal town in Britain and now we can say we have all the ingredients for future success."

See our website at www.kings-rhodes.co.uk

The Kings Hotel - Christchurch Dorset

Following a £2m refurbishment, the Hotel & Kings Rhodes Brasserie, run by celebrity chef, Gary Rhodes, will re-open in June 2008.

The Kings in Christchurch will be totally transformed into a 20 bedroom luxury boutique hotel. This landmark property is home to exquisite accommodation and boasts comfort and sophistication. The relaxing atmosphere is a haven for those staying on business or pleasure.

Stylishly decorated, the rooms have been carefully designed with guests' comfort in mind. Carefully created to make you feel at home, the rooms have an intimate ambience with pristine beds and luxurious linens. The en suite bath or shower rooms have been finished to the highest standards. Each room has a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station.

Visit us at www.thekings-christchurch.co.uk

Porthminster Hotel St.Ives - Acquisition

The Harbour Hotels Group acquisition of the Porthminster Hotel in St.Ives, Cornwall, in January 2008 marks another significant step in the path it is taking, to have within it's portfolio some of the most desirable hotels in stunning waterside locations.

The Porthminster is located overlooking the St.Ives Bay with direct access to the beach, a spacious bar, lounge and restaurant overlooking the sea, an indoor swimming pool and many rooms with unbeatable ocean views.

As well as being somewhere to relax and forget about the outside world, the Porthminster is also an asset to the Group in terms of the another venue that provides inspirational settings for business and pleasure, where the catering for weddings and private functions is all taken care of.

For more information visit www.porthminster-hotel.co.uk