Radisson RED Auckland has officially opened, marking the brand's landmark arrival in Australasia and Radisson Hotel Group's highly anticipated debut in New Zealand. Anchored in the heart of Auckland's Arts District, the hotel infuses modern design, artistic energy and the country's largest rooftop space into one of the city's most creative precincts.
JO&JOE Auckland officially opens today, marking a milestone moment as the global hybrid hospitality brand makes its Asia Pacific debut.
TFE Hotels has appointed Lindsay David as Director of Sales, New Zealand. With more than two decades of experience in hotel sales and business development, Lindsay has cultivated a career that has progressed into senior leadership, consistently driving strong revenue growth and building long-lasting client partnerships. Her career spans across roles with leading hospitality brands including Millennium Hotels, IHG, and Rendezvous Hotel, where she developed strong alliances in the corporate, government and TMC sectors.
Stuti Kumar has joined TFE Hotels' New Zealand Country Office as the new Director of People and Capability for New Zealand. With a decade of experience in New Zealand's human resources sector, Stuti brings a wealth of expertise and passion for value-driven leadership.
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre, a celebrated independent property in Auckland’s oldest suburb, has migrated from Clarity Hospitality to Mews, the leading operating system for hospitality. This move has brought significant operational time savings and revenue gains for the hotel, while amplifying its charitable mission.
Auckland has just welcomed its newest hot spot for style-led stays with the opening of TRIBE Auckland Fort Street - the first New Zealand location for the bold, design-driven hotel brand that's transforming hospitality worldwide.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, together with its lifestyle entity, Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of a new hotel in Auckland's downtown - TRIBE Auckland Fort Street is slated to open on 14th October 2025.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, together with its lifestyle entity, Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of a new hotel in Auckland's downtown - JO&JOE Auckland will open its doors on 3rd November 2025.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in New Zealand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachael Nicholson as Director, Commercial - New Zealand and Fiji. Based in Auckland, Rachael joins the Group's regional commercial leadership team.
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveiled the all-new JW Marriott Auckland, marking the brand's debut in Aotearoa, New Zealand after an extensive multi-million-dollar transformation. Located in the vibrant heart of downtown Auckland, this luxurious urban retreat invites guests to restore and renew, with thoughtful touches that reflect both local culture and the brand's commitment to holistic well-being.
The ‘short and sharp’ impact of a big weekend of summer events injected a much-needed financial boost into the Auckland hotel market, according to CBRE analysis.
IHG Hotels & Resorts' boutique lifestyle brand, Hotel Indigo, has made its New Zealand debut with the official opening of Hotel Indigo Auckland in Midtown on Albert Street. The much-anticipated 225-room hotel is a powerful neighbourhood storyteller, blending rich local history, culturally inspired art, and globally influenced cuisine, creating a vibrant new destination for both visitors and Aucklanders in the City of Sails.
Hotel Indigo Auckland is delighted to have the culinary talents of top chef Yutak Son at the helm of its dining venues. Born in South Korea and raised in New Zealand, Yutak has honed his cooking dexterity in the kitchens of Sidart, Orphans Kitchen, Black Estate, Daily Bread, and The Shed at Te Motu vineyard on Waiheke Island. Most recently, Yutak was Executive Head Chef for Namu Group's eateries which include Tobi and Gemmi.
Alice Scott is appointed as the hotel's Director of Sales and Marketing. Alice brings a wealth of experience from her most recent role as Senior Project Manager of Event Travel for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™. Her expertise spans Corporate, Leisure, and Event Services, honed through previous roles at Corporate Traveller, Flight Centre, and CTM.
Leading the Hotel Indigo Auckland team is General Manager Mathew Simister, an experienced hotelier with IHG Hotels & Resorts across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Previously, Mathew spearheaded the opening of Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park and supported the opening of Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort and Spa.
New art deco-inspired hotel brings glamour to Mount Roskill.
Annabell Javinez has relocated from Perth to Auckland to take on the role as General Manager of the superbly located Travelodge Hotel Auckland Wynyard Quarter.Annabell brings 15 years' experience in hospitality and accommodation to the role, including a lengthy tenure with Quest Hotels including a Cluster GM role at Quest Midland and Quest Kings Park and General Manager roles at Quest Perth Ascot and Quest South Perth Foreshore.
Suzanne Pentecost has been appointed General Manager of the 164-key Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart. Suzanne brings a wealth of hospitality experience to Adina, having previously worked in a Cluster General Manager role for Swiss Bel International overseeing Swiss Belresort Coronet Peak and Swiss Belsuites Pounamu Apartments; as a GM with Ramada Hotels; and as a lecturer at Pacific International Hotel Management School.
TRIBE, the design-led midscale brand by Accor, is counting down the days until its New Zealand launch. On track to open its doors this summer, TRIBE Auckland Fort Street will become the brand's first address in the country, serving as a stylish destination where guests and locals can work, play, and relax with a like-minded community of entrepreneurs and adventurous travellers.
Radisson Hotel Group will introduce its first brand to Auckland, New Zealand with the playful and dynamic Radisson RED. Located in the heart of Queen Street, the purpose-built 322-key Radisson RED Auckland will offer a modern lifestyle experience to its guests and add to the cosmopolitan ambiance of New Zealand's largest city.