Dubai’s Dutco Group has acquired The Bruntsfield Hotel, in Edinburgh city centre, from its previous owners, Castleforge.
Securing this ‘distinguished boutique property’ marks the second acquisition in Scotland by Dutco within the space of a year, following its earlier purchase of the Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort at Bishopton, near Glasgow.
Following renovation by Castleforge, The Bruntsfield has 74 guest rooms that cater to both leisure and business travellers, as well as event spaces, and a bar and restauran known for ‘locally inspired’ Scottish cuisine.
Further investment is now planned to ‘transform and reposition The Bruntsfield Hotel as a leading luxury hotel, aligning it with the highest standards of the hospitality industry’.
As with the Mar Hall acquisition, The Dutco Group was provided with strategic investment advisory services by Align Partners, which will now manage The Bruntsfield along with the Bishopton property.
Group chief executive officer at Dutco Group, Nelson Gibb, said: “Expanding further into Scotland’s vibrant hospitality market so soon after acquiring Mar Hall reflects our strong belief in Scotland as a world-class destination.
“We look forward to bringing our vast hospitality expertise to reposition The Bruntsfield and contributing to its continued success as a cherished part of the Edinburgh hospitality landscape.”
Managing director at Align Partners, Chris King, added: “We look forward to building on The Bruntsfield’s strong foundation of heritage and excellence. Our aim is to enhance its offerings and ensure it remains a top choice for travellers seeking both leisure and business stays in Edinburgh.
“We will work closely with The Bruntsfield team and our partners to enhance the hotel while continuing to offer exceptional service.”
Hotel acquisitions director for Castleforge, Matt Lederer, added: “We are pleased to have completed a successful bedrooms and restaurant refurbishment programme and brand repositioning of the Bruntsfield Hotel, following our acquisition in mid-2021.
“The Bruntsfield has become a well-regarded boutique offering in Edinburgh. This sale marks the next stage in our business plan, and we can’t wait to see the hotel go from strength-to-strength under new ownership.”
As well as its hotel properties in the United States and Scotland, Dutco’s hospitality portfolio includes luxury properties in Dubai, the Maldives, and the Seychelles, operated under its own JA brand.
