Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and under development across 67 countries in Europe and the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, is pleased to announce the appointment of Marco Ercolano as pre opening General Manager of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection. His appointment marks a significant milestone as Minor Hotels prepares to debut the Colbert Collection in the UK and open its second global flagship property.
With nearly two decades of experience across London’s luxury hotels, Ercolano brings a rare combination of operational expertise, pre opening leadership and deep knowledge of the city’s hospitality landscape. His career, grounded in operations and Food & Beverage, includes senior roles at St. Ermin’s Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott; The Trafalgar St. James, Curio Collection by Hilton; Canopy by Hilton London City; The Ritz London; and Bulgari Hotel & Residences London.
In his new role, Ercolano will lead all operational and commercial strategy to bring to life Colbert Collection’s philosophy of hotels with a soul at the new London property.
“I am honoured to lead the opening of The WestDill Mayfair, a project that brings together London’s heritage, contemporary culture and the Colbert Collection’s soulful approach to hospitality,” said Marco Ercolano, General Manager at The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London. “This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape a standout property where guests and locals can connect through art, cuisine and a genuine sense of community.”
“We are delighted to welcome Marco to lead our London flagship during this landmark expansion for Minor Hotels,” commented Giles Selves, Senior Vice President, Luxury Hotels, Europe & Americas, Minor Hotels. “His extensive experience in London’s luxury sector, combined with his proven track record in pre opening and operational excellence, makes him the ideal leader to introduce the Colbert Collection to the UK market.”
Marco holds an Advanced Hotel Revenue Management certification from Cornell University and a Bachelor degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management from the University of West London.
