After more than four years at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, Kremi McCabe takes the helm of this historic St James’s property
The Stafford London has announced the appointment of Kremi McCabe as General Manager of the hotel. She took up the role in August 2026, leading this five-star St James’s property, renowned for its American Bar and its 17th-century wine cellars, among the oldest in London.
Kremi McCabe takes up the position after serving as Deputy General Manager of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London, where she had previously held the roles of Hotel Manager and Director of Operations.
An appointment following a year of recognition for the hotel
Her arrival comes at a strategic moment for the property, which has just come through a year marked by several distinctions: Travel + Leisure’s title of best hotel in London, the retention of its five AA red stars, the Afternoon Tea Award of Excellence, as well as chef Michael Caines’ first Michelin star, earned at the hotel.
The Stafford London presents this arrival as the opening of a new chapter for the property, which draws on more than a century of history while continuing its modernisation.
A career forged in London’s luxury hospitality scene and beyond
Kremi McCabe has built most of her career within leading luxury hotel groups. After several years with The Dorchester Collection, including The Dorchester, 45 Park Lane & Coworth Park, in commercial and revenue management roles, she joined The Lanesborough as Director of Rooms Division in 2014.
Her career then took her to Dubai, where she held several leadership positions within Jumeirah Group, including at Jumeirah Al Naseem, before returning to London in 2022 to join the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, where she remained until her appointment to The Stafford London.
The new General Manager’s comments
Kremi McCabe said she felt incredibly privileged to now be part of The Stafford’s story and to work alongside such a talented team. She noted that this marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, in which the team will honour the hotel’s remarkable legacy while continuing to innovate, create memorable experiences for guests, and shape an inspiring future together.
A key milestone for the property
For The Stafford London, this appointment is expected to consolidate the hotel’s trajectory following a year of recognition, while drawing on the operational and commercial expertise Kremi McCabe has gained at several of the most celebrated addresses in international luxury hospitality.
At a glance by The Hospitality Tribune
Kremi McCabe appointed General Manager of The Stafford London
Appointment: effective August 2026, at the five-star St James’s property
Career: nearly three decades in luxury hospitality across London, Dubai and international markets
Previous role: Deputy General Manager, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
Career highlights: Jumeirah Group, The Lanesborough, The Dorchester, 45 Park Lane & Coworth Park
Context: appointment follows a year of accolades for the hotel, including Travel + Leisure’s No.1 London hotel title and Michael Caines’ first Michelin Star
