August 18, 2021 – Oetker Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Stuart Geddes as Managing Director of The Lanesborough, London, taking up his position with immediate effect.

Stuart has been Hotel Manager at The Lanesborough for the past two years and brings a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry to his new position, having worked in some of the finest hotels in London including The Ritz and The Goring, where he previously held the position of General Manager.

Timo Gruenert, CEO of Oetker Collection explains:

We are delighted to promote Stuart to the role of Managing Director at The Lanesborough, as he has proven to be not only an excellent and passionate hotelier but also an inspiring leader and a great entrepreneur. The Lanesborough is a quintessentially British landmark and we appreciate Stuart’s respect for the heritage of this iconic hotel, while constantly pushing for creativity and innovation.”  

 

Stuart Geddes comments on his appointment:

“It is both a pleasure and an honor to be promoted to the role of Managing Director at The Lanesborough. As we continue to navigate one of the most challenging 18 months for the hospitality industry, I remain more dedicated than ever to providing our guests with the world-renowned service and attention to detail they expect from a true Masterpiece Hotel. My team and I strive to further enhance The Lanesborough’s prestigious reputation as one of the finest luxury hotels in London and a landmark of British hospitality.” 

 

The Lanesborough, part of the prestigious Oetker Collection, is one of London’s most enviable addresses. On the doorstep of Hyde Park and adjacent to the grounds of Buckingham Palace, it is one of the city’s most iconic hotels, commanding a prominent location that straddles Belgravia, Knightsbridge, and Mayfair. The Lanesborough reopened to great acclaim in 2015 after a major two-year renovation project by late, great interior designer, Alberto Pinto. The hotel comprises 93 rooms and suites, including the Royal Suite – the largest suite in London. It remains the first and only hotel in London to offer 24/7 private butler service for all room categories, with a full fleet catering to guests’ every need.  The Lanesborough has long been considered one of the world’s most luxurious hotels and an important, revered Regency landmark in London, with its legacy rooted in having been built on the former home of Viscount Lanesborough. The elegant surroundings, exquisite cuisine, unsurpassed attention to detail and world-renowned service is second to none, capturing the essence of a grand private residence.