Clayton hotel owner Dalata eyes expansion as revenue grows further

The Clayton hotel owner posted revenue of €600m for 2023, up 18% from the previous year

Dalata chief executive Dermot Crowley

Ireland’s largest hotel provider Dalata announced it will expand further into the UK amid bumper revenues following room rate increases.

Dalata, which operates the Maldron hotels, said it plans to build a £40m (€46m) 216-bedroom extension at Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport and is focused on growing in 11 cities in the UK and establishing a presence in targeted large European cities.