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Business loans for hotels, pubs & leisure

An unsecured business loan is a lump sum from £10,000 to £1 million, repaid in fixed monthly instalments over up to 60 months, with no property or assets taken as security. Hospitality operators use Rook Bristol business loans to refurbish bedrooms, bars or function spaces or fit out a beer garden or terrace, with 3 to 60 months and decision within 24 hours; funds within 48 hours of signing.

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How much funding do you need?

A best guess is fine. You can change it with your finance manager.

£10K£1M
How long have you been trading?
What's your average monthly turnover?

Total money coming into your business account in a typical month.

What type of business is it?
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Business loans for hospitality operators
Amount£10,000 – £1,000,000
Term3 to 60 months
SpeedDecision within 24 hours; funds within 48 hours of signing
PaymentsFixed monthly instalments
Best forExpansion, refurbishment, hiring, stock and one-off investments

Common uses in hotels, pubs & leisure

  • Refurbish bedrooms, bars or function spaces
  • Fit out a beer garden or terrace
  • Buy cellar, kitchen or gym equipment
  • Hire and train seasonal staff
  • Cover costs through the off-season

Why hospitality operators choose an unsecured business loan

Trade is seasonal

A coastal hotel's August looks nothing like its February. Revenue-based finance repays more in peak weeks and less when it's quiet.

Refurbishment drives bookings

Tired rooms and dated bars show up in reviews. Refresh them before the season, not after.

Costs arrive before guests

Staff, stock and energy are paid for ahead of the summer or festive rush.

Tied and free-of-tie pubs both qualify

What matters to us is your trading performance, whichever pub model you run.

How does an unsecured business loan work?

  1. 1

    Apply online in a few minutes with your Companies House number, turnover and what the funds are for. Checking eligibility won't affect your credit file.

  2. 2

    Connect your business bank account through Open Banking so our decision engine can read real trading performance, not just a credit score.

  3. 3

    Your UK finance team confirms an amount, term and total cost, set out in pounds, within 24 hours. Nothing is binding until you sign.

  4. 4

    Sign electronically and the funds reach your business account, typically within 48 hours. Repay by Direct Debit on a fixed schedule.

What do I need to qualify?

  • 6 months trading
  • £10K+ in monthly turnover
  • A UK-registered business
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Questions, answered

Something else on your mind? Ask the team.

Can hospitality operators qualify for an unsecured business loan?
Many can. We typically look for a UK-registered business, 6 months trading and £10K+ in monthly turnover. We review hotels, pubs & leisure businesses with the sector's cash-flow patterns in mind. All finance is subject to status.
What is an unsecured business loan?
It is a loan that isn't secured against a specific asset such as property or machinery. You receive a lump sum and repay it in fixed instalments. Directors are usually asked for a personal guarantee, which is standard across UK unsecured lending.
How much can my business borrow?
Rook Bristol lends from £10,000 to £1 million. The amount offered depends on your turnover, trading history, cash flow and existing commitments. As a guide, applicants need at least 6 months of trading and £10,000 or more in monthly turnover.
Can seasonal businesses get funding?
Yes. We look at your trading across the year, and revenue-based finance is designed so repayments follow your takings.

Want to partner with us?

Businesses, brokers and introducers: check eligibility in about three minutes, or talk to our team about working together.