Marston Hotels, which was recently acquired by QHotels for £180m, has completed the £3m refurbishment of the Oxford Belfrey.

The revamp has seen the addition of 24 new penthouse bedrooms; a new fitness suite, dance studio and seven spa treatment rooms at the hotel’s leisure club; and an extended bar area.

The hotel’s general manager, Gary Aymes, said: “The new bedrooms are in great demand thanks to their contemporary design and the extra space they offer, and the bright, modern style that we’ve introduced in the lounge and restaurant areas has been very well received.

“Our Reflections Spa and Leisure Club members and residents alike are delighted with the additional and upgraded facilities, in particular the treatment rooms and spa lounge.

“Spa treatment bookings have shot up, especially at weekends, and we’re already taking on more beauty therapists to cope with demand. We’ve also seen an increase in leisure club membership.”