London – The fast-food giant is offering fans a novel experience through a branded pop-up hotel. Located in Shoreditch, London, the House of Harland hotel takes inspiration from KFC's signature flavour combination of 11 herbs and spices. Open for a limited period of 11 days and available for £111 ($152, €129) per night, guests can enjoy a pick-up service in a black Cadillac called the Colonelmobile, and once checked in have access to a Press For Chicken room service button, and a private cinema.
Through this experience, KFC elevates its existing presence by creating an immersive space that borrows from the wider hospitality sector. Its on-demand approach to room service also reflects the changing demands and tastes of travellers, with more people seeking non-traditional in-room catering. Going beyond novelty, however, all proceeds from the hotel will go towards the KFC Foundation, which supports young people across the UK.
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Fast-food retailers should experiment with taking up space in unexpected locations. Consider partnering with shops and hospitality venues to create novel pop-up experiences that entice new and existing customers