UK: Helio Correia has been named general manager of the 22-bedroom Oddfellows On The Park in Greater Manchester.
Correia joins the hotel from Manchester’s Townhouse, where he spent three years as deputy general manager.
Trained in hotel management and marketing and communications, Correia previously gained international experience in Portugal and in Angola at the Ritz Waku-Kungo hotel. In the UK, he has over eight years experience working at Macdonalds Hotels and Bespoke Hotels.
Collectively, Correia holds over 15 years experience in the industry.
Speaking about his appointment, Correia said: “I see Oddfellows On The Park as a place where we can go back to basics with old school hospitality – a place where the guest’s experience is paramount. There is no automated check in here, and you will know your receptionist by name by the end of your stay. Although it is only minutes from the airport and a short commute into Manchester city centre, it is surrounded by acres and acres of amazing parkland and offers the perfect country style escape, close to the city.”
Paul Brown, director at Bespoke Hotels, said: “We are delighted to welcome Helio to the Oddfellows family. Helio is one of hospitality’s naturals, with a flair for innovation and a drive for perfection. We look forward to seeing him stamp his creativity upon a hotel that is already so full of charm and character.”
Oddfellows On The Park sits within 120 acres of parkland. On-site, the hotel offers vintage style bicycles, private yoga sessions on the park, an adventure playground, archery and golf.
It is the sister hotel to Oddfellows Chester; a Georgian townhouse in the heart of Chester city centre.
