IHG's third Australian voco™ signing to be part of '380 Melbourne' skyscraper
IHG has signed its third voco™ in Australia since the brand's global launch in June, partnering with Brady Group to open voco Melbourne Central in July 2020.
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Novotel and ibis Melbourne Central Hotel opening in December
One of Melbourne's most anticipated hotel openings, the new 483-room Novotel and ibis Melbourne Central on Little Lonsdale Street, is now taking bookings for stays from 1st December 2018.
STR: Preliminary August data for Melbourne hotels
STR's preliminary August 2018 data for hotels in Melbourne, Australia, indicates lower occupancy with higher rates. Based on daily data from August, Melbourne reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
St. Regis Coming to Melbourne in 2022
Marriott International has today announced it will debut its ultra-luxury St. Regis Hotels & Resorts brand in Australia via a newbuild hotel set to open in Melbourne in 2022.
Zed Sanjana has been named Chief Executive at Veriu Hotels and Punthill Hotels
Former Quest Apartment Hotels CEO Zed Sanjana has been named as the new Chief Executive of Veriu Hotels and Punthill Hotels, tasked with continuing the expansion of the rapidly growing brand.
Michelle Bradshaw has been appointed as General Manager at Ibis / Novotel Little Lonsdale Street
Michelle Bradshaw will take charge of two as General Manager of a jointly-branded newbuild property - Ibis / Novotel Little Lonsdale Street in Melbourne upon the complex opening later this year. Beginning with the hotel giant in 2005, Bradshaw completed the Accor Vivier National Management training program in 2008. Since then she has worked for two hotels in Melbourne and Sydney - the Novotel Glen Waverley and Hotel Lindrum MGallery, which together book-end a stint at the Novotel/Ibis Sydney Olympic Park.
Ashan Abeykoon has been appointed as General Manager at Ibis Budget Melbourne
The new GM of Ibis Budget Melbourne CBD is Ashan Abeykoon, who returns to Melbourne after a two-year stint as Operations Manager at Novotel Wollongong in NSW. Prior to this, Abeykoon has progressed through the ranks at a number of properties in Melbourne, with a particular history and expertise in F&B roles. He has been with AccorHotels since 2003.
Sarah Knight has joined Nanuku Auberge Resort Fiji as Public Relations Manager for Australia and New Z ealand
Nanuku Auberge Resort Fiji is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Knight as the new Public Relations Manager for Australia and New Z ealand. Having 13 years experience in Marketing and Publicity working with multi-national household names, Sarah brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Residing in Melbourne, Australia Sarah is also an accomplished Travel Writer and Editor of the family-friendly digital resource, By the Sea with Three (which aims to inspire family getaways while reducing the stress of travelling with children in tow).
STR: Preliminary June data for Melbourne hotels
STR's preliminary June 2018 data for hotels in Melbourne, Australia, indicates strong growth in both supply and demand. Based on daily data from June, Melbourne reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
Andrew Dvash has been appointed as gen at Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens
Andrew Dvash has been appointed General Manager of Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens. Andrew joins the Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens team from Ibis Budget Melbourne CBD, where he previously held the position of General Manager, since January 2017.
John Korkou has been appointed as General Manager at The Hotel Lindrum, MGallery by Sofitel
John Korkou has been appointed General Manager of The Hotel Lindrum, MGallery by Sofitel. John began with AccorHotels in 2008 as a key member of the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins sales team, working across various roles before holding his most recent position of Director of Sales & Marketing at The Como Melbourne, MGallery by Sofitel.
Michael Thomas has been appointed as General Manager at Pullman and Mercure Melbourne Albert Park
Michael Thomas re-joins AccorHotels as General Manager of Pullman and Mercure Melbourne Albert Park. Michael first joined AccorHotels as the acting General Manager of Novotel Lotus Bangkok and went on to manage Sofitel Shanghai, Sofitel Raja Orchid Thailand, and was the Executive General Manager of Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square and Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Michael was a recipient of the prestigious Accor Bernache award in 2005.
STR: Preliminary April data for Melbourne hotels
STR's preliminary April 2018 data for hotels in Melbourne, Australia, indicates high room rates. Based on daily data from April, Melbourne reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
Hyatt Announces Plans for Hyatt Centric Melbourne
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Little Projects for a Hyatt Centric hotel in Melbourne, Australia. Hyatt Centric Melbourne will boast a prime location on Downie Street, providing a launch pad for guests looking to explore everything Melbourne has to offer. The hotel will also join 20 Hyatt Centric brand hotels worldwide and soon-to-open hotels in Santiago, Chile and Lima, Peru.
STR: Melbourne hotel business expected to speed up over Grand Prix weekend
After posting a 42.2% premium in average daily rate (ADR) during the Formula 1 2017 Australian Grand Prix, hotels in Melbourne are again expected to see a strong performance uplift around this year's event, according to STR.Over Grand Prix weekend last year (18-20 March), Melbourne hotels recorded the following performance figures in comparison with the rest of March 2017:
The Oaks on Market hotel in melbourne unveils fresh new look
Central Melbourne property Oaks on Market has added the finishing touches to its multi-million dollar refurbishment, unveiling a modern makeover that will further strengthen its position in market as one of the city"s most popular destinations to sleep, dine, relax, explore and do business.
STR: Preliminary February data for Melbourne hotels
STR's preliminary February 2018 data for hotels in Melbourne, Australia, indicates growth across the key performance metrics. Based on daily data from February, Melbourne reported the following in year-over-year comparisons:
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts Marks a Milestone with Marquee Signing in Melbourne
Marriott International today announced the signing of Le Méridien Melbourne, in partnership with owner and developer Jinshan Investment Group. Slated to open in 2020, the 235-room hotel will boast the brand"s distinct mid-century modern approach to design and bold "Destination Unlocked" positioning. This signing reinforces Le Méridien"s dynamic global growth, following recent openings in Italy, South Korea, China and the United States, all within the last 12 months.
Glen Erickson has been appointed as General Manager at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf
When it opens, the brand new Novotel Melbourne South Wharf will feature 347 guestrooms and direct access to the largest event space in the Southern Hemisphere; the 70,000 square meter Melbourne Exhibition Convention Center (MCEC).
New era dawns on Melbourne’s East End amid $92m double deal
The Adina Hotel and Duke of Wellington in Melbourne's East End have sold for a combined $92 million – marking the end of a 40-year era for the iconic CBD landmarks.