The renowned five-star hotel, Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa has appointed a Scottish hotelier Peter Walker FIH MI as General Manager of the luxury castle hotel.
A Master Innholder, a Fellow of the Institute of Hospitality and a Hospitality Action Ambassador, Peter has over twenty-five years experience in the industry at some of the northeast of Scotland’s most recognised hotels in the business and now aims to drive Fonab Castle to become one of Scotland’s most loved five-star hotels.
Before joining, Peter was Managing Director of Maryculter House in Aberdeen, one of the country’s most historic hotels, for more than five years, delivering excellent results in employee engagement, guest satisfaction and revenue growth. Peter also worked at Ardoe House, Marcliffe Hotel & Spa and Meldrum Country House Hotel & Golf Club, where he successfully oversaw the repositioning of the hotel.
Chris Wayne-Wills, CEO of Crerar Hotels who manage Fonab Castle, said: “I have long admired Peter’s extensive experience and skills as a hotelier, and I am thrilled that he has taken on this exciting role to lead our commitment to investment at Fonab Castle. It is one of Pitlochry’s most beloved five-star hotels and with Peter leading the team, it has huge ambitions to elevate itself even further, which is incredibly exciting.”
Taking up his new role Peter commented: “Fonab Castle is a truly unique hotel with an impressive five-star offering. I am incredibly honoured to step into the role of General Manager and I’m looking forward to working with the team who make this hotel so exceptional.
“I have had the pleasure of working at some of Scotland’s leading hotels but there is something truly special about Fonab Castle, it has been lovingly restored which you can tell as soon as you arrive and with a revitalising spa and a three AA Rosette awarded restaurant, it really has all the ingredients for the perfect luxury getaway. I’ll be working closely with Chris, the senior team and my colleagues within the hotel to ensure all guests continue to receive the very best in service and have an unforgettable experience.”