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When I was a mobile engineer years ago, I looked after much of the facilities in that hotel. Back then it was called "The Hyde Park Hotel" and owned by the Forte group. I looked after it for maybe 10 years or so.
I dare say the fire was probably electrical & to do with the refurb.