Harbour Hotel Guildford
Project Info
Client:
- Harbour Hotels
Project Value:
- £2M
Key Dates:
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Sample Room June 25.
Main works Summer 25 to Summer 26
Outline Scope:
- Fit-out refurbishment of 181 hotel rooms
Location and Context
Harbour Hotel Guildford interiors
The room refurbishment works are being carried out at the Harbour Hotel, located at 3 Alexandra Terrace, Guildford GU1 3DA. The hotel is a working building of framed construction with external cladding and window units, arranged internally around central cores and main corridors. The property is situated within Guildford town centre, surrounded by public parking areas and features a dedicated service bay at the rear. The Harbour Hotel has an overall capacity of 183 rooms.
THE BUILDING
The Harbour Hotel operates as a fully functioning hotel with active guest occupancy during refurbishment.
The hotel layout includes multiple floors housing guest rooms arranged along corridors, with public and service areas located externally and internally.
the Works
The installation works at Parkside included the following elements:
Design:
Individual layout drawings were produced for each apartment due to the nature of the build. Pre-commencement collaboration and coordination took place with preceding trades.Site Preparation:
Each kitchen space was check-measured once the apartment had been built. A sample approval process ensured the correct colours and finishes were provided. Detailed technical submittals were produced for approval to ensure clarity during procurement.Production and Procurement:
Furniture was manufactured in line with the approved designs and samples. Appliances and accessories were procured in accordance with approved technical submittals.Delivery:
A fully managed delivery and offload procedure was implemented using FORS-accredited vehicles and appropriately trained operatives. Coordination with the site project team and booking system ensured on-time, just-in-time delivery.Installation:
A fully managed three-stage installation was coordinated with on-site trade interfaces. Specialist subcontract partners completed the templating and installation of mirrored splashbacks and stone worktops. Installers worked to approved drawings and technical requirements to ensure a seamless installation in accordance with the client’s expectations.Sign-Off and Protection:
A stringent inspection process was completed and logged through the client’s dedicated digital system, including photographic evidence. Completed works were fully protected using branded, fire-rated Corex protection, managed and maintained through the different stages and phases of work.Finals and Handover:
Protection was removed, a builders’ clean completed, and final checks carried out prior to presentation of the completed works to the client.Additional Information
The existing dwellings, hotel, and commercial premises remained occupied and operational throughout the works.
