Sustainable upscale lifestyle property
Zeal Hotels has signed an Exclusivity Agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts for the hotel, which will be managed by Valor Hospitality. The upscale lifestyle property, which is due to open in Q4 next year, is aiming for a minimum BREEAM rating of Excellent, with a target of Outstanding. Solar panels will ensure that the hotel will generate all the energy it requires.
Exeter Science Park is located close to junction 29 of the M5, providing a base for a number of science, technology and engineering companies. The hotel is expected to welcome guests using Exeter Science Park, Exeter Business Park and Exeter Airport, as well as guests travelling to Devon and Cornwall, all of whom will be able to use the hotel’s EV charging points.
Locally-sourced food and beverage will be a focal point of the hotel’s operation. The property will also feature a meeting room and gym.
About Exeter Science Park
Exeter Science Park is the southwest’s centre of activity for businesses in science technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM). It is committed to creating an environment where businesses can thrive; giving them access to state-of-the-art facilities, mentoring and connecting them to a network of companies with similar aspirations. It was established in 2013 as a result of a vision to develop a science park in the southwest to stimulate a knowledge-based economy, delivering better jobs, higher productivity and economic growth.
“Hospitality has been lagging behind other industries in its commitment to net zero carbon and we are looking forward to welcoming guests to join us on our journey. A fundamental requirement in the design of our new hotel is that it can be replicated and we are now seeking additional development opportunities in strategic locations throughout the UK,” added Wheeldon.
“It’s very exciting to see work begin on Zeal’s innovative, ‘mindfully modern’ highly-sustainable, low-carbon hotel that will complement Exeter Science Park’s existing net zero carbon buildings. This collaboration launches the next phase of growth at Exeter Science Park and we anticipate there will be great synergy for both organisations, with Zeal bringing many benefits to our businesses, which will be reciprocated through the Science Park providing facilities, such as meeting spaces, for Zeal Hotel residents.”
“We’re delighted to build on the existing success to deliver an innovative, low-carbon destination that supports the development of a vibrant, STEMM community delivering extraordinary growth for our south-west region,” commented Dr Sally Basker, chief executive, of Exeter Science Park Limited.
Find out more about the hotel at: https://zealhotels.com/.
