The Stafford London has appointed Kremi McCabe as General Manager, as the iconic independent luxury hotel enters an exciting new chapter, building on more than a century of hospitality and a year of significant industry recognition.
Bringing more than 30 years’ experience in luxury hospitality, Kremi joins The Stafford following an accomplished international career spanning commercial strategy, hotel operations and executive leadership across some of the world’s leading luxury hospitality brands, including Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection and The Lanesborough. She brings a proven track record of operational excellence, commercial leadership and building high-performing teams, making her ideally placed to lead The Stafford into its next phase.
Kremi’s appointment comes at an exciting time for The Stafford, as the hotel continues to build on its rich history while looking confidently to the future. One of London’s most celebrated independent luxury hotels, The Stafford has recently been named Travel + Leisure’s No.1 Hotel in London, retained its prestigious AA Five Red Stars, received the Afternoon Tea Award of Excellence, achieved Green Key certification, and celebrated its first MICHELIN Star for Michael Caines at The Stafford, awarded less than a year after opening. Together, these achievements reflect the hotel’s continued commitment to exceptional hospitality, innovation and guest experience.
Kremi McCabe, General Manager of The Stafford London, said:
I feel incredibly privileged to become part of The Stafford’s story and to work alongside such a talented team. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, one in which we will honour the hotel’s remarkable heritage while continuing to innovate, create memorable experiences for our guests, and shape an inspiring future together.
Mahmoud Bakr, Director, said:
We are delighted to welcome Kremi to The Stafford. Her extensive experience across the world’s leading luxury hotels, combined with her commercial expertise, operational excellence and people-first leadership style, make her the ideal person to lead the hotel into its next phase. The Stafford has a remarkable legacy, but it is also a hotel looking firmly to the future. As we continue to build on our recent achievements, we are confident Kremi’s leadership will further strengthen our position as one of London’s leading independent luxury hotels while continuing to deliver the exceptional experiences our guests have come to expect.
Kremi’s appointment marks an important milestone in The Stafford’s continued evolution. Building on more than a century of history, she will lead the hotel through its next phase, working alongside the exceptional team to continue delivering world-class hospitality while ensuring The Stafford remains one of London’s most distinctive and celebrated luxury destinations for generations to come.
