The Ramnee Hotel in Forres - owned by the same family for 32 years - has been bought by SC Hospitality Group which said it aims to breathe new life into the well-known establishment.
SC Hospitality, which was supported in the acquisition by Royal Bank of Scotland, said it plans to modernise the hotel, streamline its booking, feedback and food and drink ordering processes through the use of smart technology, while retaining its history and charm.
The experienced hotel group hopes to position the Ramnee Hotel not only as an overnight destination, but as a go-to for food, drinks, entertainment and events, particularly weddings, as they identify its potential to fill a gap in the market in Forres.
Michelle Anderson, relationship manager at Royal Bank of Scotland , said: “SC Hospitality has seen a great opportunity which has the potential to increase visitors to Forres.
The deal was referred to Anderson through the bank’s broker development manager Sarah Delo who was introduced to the Ramnee Hotel by commercial finance broker Stephen McConalogue of Christie Finance in Glasgow.
