Experienced hotelier Marcello Ventisei has been appointed as general manager of the DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre.
Ventisei brings 26 years’ managerial experience to the four-star hotel, having been in Central Scotland cluster general manager for Macdonald Hotels and Resorts and general manager of Principal Edinburgh Charlotte Square for seven years.
He said: “It’s an honour to be back in the heart of the city, leading a team at a hotel steeped in such architectural history. The hotel already had a fantastic reputation and I am looking forward to working with the team to further develop a world class guest experience.”
Carol Mackillop joins the RBH -operated hotel as marketing manager following eight years in event design and management with Cameron and All Event Hire.
She said: “DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre is a fantastic venue – especially with its Sky Bar providing the best view of the capital.
“I intend to hit the ground running in my role here with a packed calendar of events scheduled for the coming months for both residential and non-residential guests. From summer and festive silent discos to themed afternoon teas and a Rocky Horror Singalong – we’ve got something for everyone and I’m delighted to join the team here.”
