The Fellows House Cambridge New General Manager
Curio Collection by Hilton is delighted to introduce Julian Hudson as general manager of The Fellows House Cambridge, United Kingdom. Julian’s recent appointment coincides with the new opening of the culturally rich hotel, offering guests a look into life as a Cambridge University Fellow through bespoke activity offerings and expertly crafted food and drink menus inspired by the scholarship and academics of the area.
The Fellows House opened its doors on 1st July 2021, the apartment-style hotel is the first Curio Collection by Hilton in the city of Cambridge – and joins a portfolio of carefully curated hotels handpicked for their distinctive character and unique charm. Situated a stone’s throw from the River Cam and Jesus Green, the property is ideal for both long and short stays and provides access to everything the historic city has to offer. Featuring 131 rooms, including 123 studio and apartments all featuring fully equipped kitchens – the property is ideal for relocation or project workers – and families can comfortably stay in connected rooms. The signature restaurant, The Folio Bar & Kitchen, serves plant-based dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, and guests can enjoy The Sage of Cambridge as both a coffee and wine bar. The highly anticipated property also features a swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room and bicycles to hire. Guests can unwind in The Fellows Garden and The Observatory or make use of the Hawking Suite boardroom which doubles up as a private dining room.
Julian Hudson, General Manager
Julian is a devoted and experienced hotelier with almost 25 years of hospitality management experience in the United Kingdom. Beginning with his role as general manager of Slug and Lettuce, he has since held a managerial role at eight locations across the country — his most recent appointment including general manager at The Holiday Inn Express London Stratford which he held for nearly a decade. During this time, Julian oversaw the hotel through the 2012 Olympics, ensuring the thousands of visitors through Stratford were well taken care of.
As a personable manager, Julian’s passion comes from building and developing a passionate, well-trained, and close-knit team. With many of his staff members having been away from work during the pandemic, he is particularly conscious of the ramifications the past year, and how important it is to lead by example, with a caring and eager to listen ear.
In his personal life, Julian holds a wide range of hobbies, with a passion for travelling, running, surfing, rugby, and reading. He comments, “At the Fellows House Cambridge, experience comes above all else, for both our guests and our staff. We have taken inspiration from the rich history of the Cambridge University fellows and the meaningful contributions they have made to society. I am delighted that I have been entrusted with looking after this incredible apartment-style hotel, especially with all the time, care, and resources put into its development. I look forward to welcoming guests to experience our impressive F&B offering, our high-quality level of service, and our cultured, warm hospitality”.
Rooms at The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton, start from £170 per night for 2 people staying in a Kipling King room on a B&B basis. The property is located at 33 Milton Road, Cambridge, CB4 1UZ. For more information, please visitwww.thefellowshousecambridge.curiocollection.com or call +44 (0) 1223 94 94 99. For more information on Curio Collection by Hilton, please visit newsroom.hilton.com.