AN award-winning hotel has launched a range of games for business conferences.

The Monkbar Hotel, in York, was named Conference Venue of the Year 2004 in the York Tourism Awards. It is celebrating the award by increasing its conference facilities and introducing a range of business games.

Giant Jenga, Pick up Sticks and Twister are some of the games on offer from January for conference delegates to put their wits to the test.

Hotel director June Nelsey said: "It is no secret that all work and no play can stifle even the biggest visionary. Creating a stimulating environment and encouraging fun leisure time can help inspire team members to reach new goals."

The hotel recently completed the Platinum Suite, taking its training and conference facilities to a capacity of 230 delegates.