41 new jobs for Southampton as Premier Inn comes to town
4 April 2011
A new hotel which will create 41 jobs in Southampton city centre, has been built ahead of schedule and has been handed over to Premier Inn.
Premier Inn will now begin to fit out and furnish the 155-bed hotel on West Quay Site B, which is set to open by May 2.
The hotel has been developed by Development Securities PLC, who were sold the land by Southampton City Council and granted planning permission for the hotel and a 60,000 sq ft office building in September 2009.
Councillor Royston Smith, Leader of Southampton City Council, said: “I am very pleased Premier Inn is reaching completion and is set to open before the Boat Show, accommodating the increasing number of visitors in the city.
“This is a key element of the West Quay site, which is part of the city’s renaissance plan. This hotel will create another 41 jobs for city residents which is of vital importance at this time.”
Now the hotel has been completed, building work will begin on the ‘Aqua’ offices once sufficient pre-lets are secured by Development Securities PLC. This will bring a wealth of new business and jobs to the city.
Bruce Tennant, General Manager of Southampton Premier Inn says, ‘We are delighted to bring a new Premier Inn to the heart of Southampton and look forward to welcoming our guests to enjoy a night’s stay with us. Our hotel is perfectly situated for both leisure and business travellers who are looking for good value accommodation that doesn’t compromise on quality.’
Duncan Trench, Head of Delivery at Development Securities PLC said: “We are delighted to finish the Premier Inn over a month ahead of programme.
“Premier Inn will now start the fit-out and expect to open at the end of the month.
“We are now moving forward with the final phase of our development and are looking for tenant interest for the occupation of the office building aptly named Aqua.”
Image shows: Computer generated image of full proposed development at West Quay Site B (Premier Inn and Aqua)
Image copyright: EPR Architects Ltd
For more information:
Contact: Isabel Hokken, Media Officer at Southampton City Council
Tel: 023 8083 4672
Email:isabel.hokken@southampton.gov.uk
Alternatively:
Contact: Duncan Trench at Development Securities PLC
Tel: 0207 828 4777
