The Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin hotel has appointed Dan Wilson as its new general manager.
The hotel is situated in the centre of Southampton and dates back over 500 years. Wilson has previously served as general manager at the Langrish House Hotel in Hampshire, Surya Hotels, Whitbread, Marco Pierre White and Daniel Thwaites.
He commented: “The Dolphin Hotel holds a special place in the heart of Southampton and it really was a boyhood dream to work here.
“The quality of the team and the service and facilities is second to none, and I’m delighted that I have been appointed to manage such an iconic hotel and look forward to taking it forwards.”
Garin Davies, chief executive of hotel owners Vine Hotels, added: “Dan brings with him a wealth of experience of managing hotels around the UK and it was a real coup that we were able to appoint him.
“As the hotel looks to the future and goes from strength to strength, it’s important we have the strongest team possible at the helm. Dan’s skill base will ensure our fantastic service and facilities continue to flourish.”
