ONE of the most luxurious hotels in the Winchester district has appointed a new general manager.

Steve Lewis is set to take over the reigns at Lainston House, Sparsholt, this month.

He joins the team with over 14 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and a fervent passion and recognised track record for creating guest experiences.

Mr Lewis has worked with some of the world’s most renowned hotel brands including Macdonald Hotels and Resorts, Harbour Hotels and Spas, Hotel du Vin, The Dorchester and Old Bank Hotel.

“I am absolutely delighted to be joining Lainston House and Exclusive Collection a brand I have admired from afar both professionally and personally for a long time," he said.

"Their reputation for guest experience, staff development and quality product are second to none, and I look forward to leading a fantastic team at Lainston into a new chapter of development."

Previous to a career in hospitality, Steve spent 11 years in international sports marketing industry for agencies, brands and teams.

During this time he established extensive knowledge in revenue growth, client services success, specialising in sponsorship management, corporate hospitality, and events.

Exclusive collection Managing Director, Danny Pecorelli commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Steve Lewis into the Collection as General Manager at Lainston House and I look forward to seeing the property evolve and continue to thrive under his tutelage.

"I also want to extend my gratitude to Sunil Kanjanghat for the past two years at the helm at Lainston and wish him all the very best for the future.”

Lainston House is a five-star country house hotel, founded in 1983 by ex-Forte executive Guiseppe Pecorelli, and the second country property of the Exclusive collection.

The Exclusive Collection is now seven properties strong and run by MD, Danny Pecorelli.