Case Studies

BDL has developed a large number of hotels across the UK since our inception in 1997.

Here are some of our new build, refurbishments and rebranding of hotels, all project managed by the BDL in-house development team.

BDL focuses on the key drivers of operational and cost efficiency.  Intimate knowledge of brand standards and a hands-on approach with consultants and contractors has consistently delivered successful projects.

New Builds

Crowne Plaza – London Docklands
210 bedrooms, conferencing and leisure built on a brownfield site adjacent to the ExceL Conference Centre

Holiday Inn Express – Bedford
80 bedroom limited service hotel built on a prominent site on the Bedford bypass.

Ramada Encore – Derby
112 bedroom hotel built on a decontaminated site in Pride Park

Extensions

Holiday Inn Express – Milton Keynes
60 bedrooms added to the original 1009

Holiday Inn Express – Swansea
18 bedrooms added to the original 73

Holiday Inn Express – Luton Airport
37 bedrooms added to the original 110

Refurbishments

The Landmark – Dundee
Major refurbishment of all bedrooms, conferencing and public areas creating a luxury hotel

The Langstone Hotel – Portsmouth
Complete refurbishment of entrance, reception, restaurant, bar and conferencing

The Bedford Swan Hotel
Major refursbishment and A/C installation to all 113 bedrooms and soft refurbishment of public areas.

Third Party Development Assistance

Holiday Inn – London Chessington
150 bedrooms adjacent to the theme park and zoo for Merlin Entertainment

Holiday Inn Express – London Espom
120 bedroom hotel built on a sensitive greenbelt site adjacent to the racecourse for the Jockey Club

Ramada Encore – Belfast City Centre
169 bedroom hotel built within the St Anne’s Cathedral development in the City.