South Yorkshire hotels unveils new name and new look after major investment

Two well-known regional hotels are entering an exciting new era following significant investment and a major transformation programme by hotel owner Fairview Hotels.

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Fairview Hotels acquired a portfolio of three previously underinvested properties from Essendi formerly Accor, operated under the Ibis Brand in August 2025. This week sees the formal launch of the hotels following the soft opening; the hotels are being relaunched under the Garner Hotels brand by IHG Hotels & Resorts following multi-million-pound investments

The properties — Garner Rotherham East in Bramley, Garner Chesterfield North in Balborough, and Garner Lincoln — have all undergone substantial upgrades including air conditioning designed to enhance the guest experience while re-establishing the hotels as valued destinations within their local communities.

Both Garner Rotherham East and Garner Chesterfield North are ideally positioned for visitors travelling to Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region, while continuing to serve local residents, businesses and events markets.

Fairview Hotels currently owns and operates 16 branded hotels across the UK and has ambitious expansion plans for 2026 and beyond. The private family-owned company has been involved in the hospitality sector since 1983. Under the leadership of CEO Satish Chatwani and his board, the company has continued to strengthen and grow its national hotel portfolio through investment, redevelopment and strategic brand partnerships.

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