Hilton begins new year with £1.3m revamp

A WEST End hotel has welcomed the New Year with a major £1.3 million refurbishment.

The Hilton Edinburgh Grosvenor announced the refurbishment of its bedrooms and meeting space, including a complete overhaul of its Grosvenor Club wing, located opposite the main part of the hotel, which is to be renamed the Grosvenor Townhouse annexe.

The extensive refurbishment, which is due to be completed by March, will transform the lobby lounge area, reception space and all 53 bedrooms and bathrooms in the annexe, as well as introducing a new meeting space for up to ten delegates.

Guests will also be welcomed through a new steel and glass reception area on Grosvenor Street.

General manager, Steve Hall, said: "2011 is an exciting year for us as we welcome a further 1.3m of investment in the hotel. This refurbishment will be a fantastic boost to our existing offering as well as considerably enhancing the experience for our guests."

The latest renovations are part of an ongoing refurbishment plan.