Justin Style has been promoted to Hotel General Manager at Vibe Hotel North Sydney
Style, who joined TFE in 2015, takes up the Hotel General Manager role at Vibe Hotel North Sydney on December 2.
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Danielle Schadow has been promoted to Hotel General Manager at Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Chippendale
Schadow joins the Chippendale property in her first GM role, following a three-month stint in Europe as part of TFE's Go Global International Exchange Program.
Coldplay concerts at Accor Stadium boost hotel room bookings
As Sydney prepares to host Coldplay’s highly anticipated Music of the Spheres Tour concerts at Accor Stadium next week, hotels across Greater Sydney are experiencing a surge in bookings, reports Accor - Australia’s largest hotel operator.
Rebirth of an Icon: Sofitel unveils the refurbished Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
The 5-star Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reopens, ushering a new era of French-inspired luxury in Australia's biggest city.
IHG Hotels & Resorts announces major partnership with SXSW Sydney 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest and leading hotel companies, today announces a major partnership with SXSW Sydney 2024. As an Official Partner of SXSW Sydney, IHG Hotels & Resorts will deliver a series of experiences set to delight and disrupt, including the launch of an interactive, experiential activation, ‘The Mind Lobby,’ and comes onboard as the Official Partner of the SXSW Sydney Screen Festival 2024.
Ben Mellor has been appointed as General Manager at The EVE Hotel Sydney
The EVE Hotel Sydney is excited to announce the appointment of Ben Mellor as General Manager ahead of the boutique luxury hotel's summer debut in Sydney's vibrant new Wunderlich Lane precinct.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth unveils first glimpse into $60 million transformation of iconic hotel
As Australia's first luxury hotel, it has hosted an array of international dignitaries and celebrities since its opening in 1966. 436 newly appointed guest rooms and suites spanning 15 storeys will be a part of the refurbishment. A new hospitality precinct will offer international travellers a taste of Australia's dining scene including two restaurants, two bars and one of Sydney's largest rooftop terraces. The hotel has released new images of what the new transformation will look like. Sofitel Sydney Wentworth has unveiled the first glimpse into its $60 million AUD update, which is set to launch in October 2024 after just ten months of work.
IRIS partners with W Sydney to enhance the guest stay with Mobile F&B Ordering and Guest Directory App
IRIS, a global market leader in mobile ordering and digital guest experience solutions for hotels, has been chosen by W Sydney to provide a personalised, digital ordering experience to guests and improve operational efficiencies with its cutting-edge hospitality platform.
Sydney hotel performance lifted by Vivid Drone Show and Sydney Film Festival
The ‘Love Is In The Air’ Vivid Drone Show and the 71st Sydney Film Festival lifted June hotel performance in the market, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
Frances Ryall has been appointed as General Manager at Vibe North Sydney
Swapping iconic eastern beach views for the high-rise landscape of North Sydney and views to the harbour, Frances Ryall joins TFE Hotels fresh from a stint with IHG, where she was Operations Manager of the 209-key Crowne Plaza Coogee and, most recently, a secondment at Melbourne's InterContinental the Rialto.
Shaarn Letele has been appointed as General Manager at Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour
Shaarn Letele is the new Hotel General Manager of the soon-to-be-refurbished Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour. During his 15-year career with TFE Hotels, he successfully reopened Travelodge Wellington before returning to Australia to manage Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Central. He has also been part of the pre-opening team at Adina Sydney Airport and St Mark Road Co. Café - the first of the brand- and, most recently, led the team at Vibe Hotel North Sydney.
Adina Town Hall Donates ‘Everything But The Kitchen Sink’ During Refurbishment!
As construction begins on the multi-million-dollar transformation of Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Town Hall, preloved furniture and fixtures from the hotel’s apartments has been donated to Sydney furniture rescue charity, ReLove, to help Aussies in need this winter.
Furama Hotels International to open its first Australian address at rebranded Darling Harbour property
Singapore-based hospitality company, Furama Hotels International (FHI) is poised to debut its eponymous hotel brand in Australia this winter, announcing the arrival of the Furama Darling Harbour in Sydney on 1 July 2024.
Andrew Hills has been appointed as General Manager at Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Novotel Sydney Darling Square has announced the appointment of Andrew Hills as its new General Manager. Stepping into the role in April, Andrew will lead both Novotel Sydney Darling Square and its adjoining venue, Pumphouse Sydney. In his position as GM he will be looking to capitalise on the Darling Square precinct's work/life locale, ensuring the ongoing financial success of the property while maintaining a high level of team morale and guest experience.Andrew brings with him an esteemed background in hotel management, having been with Accor for over 26 years. During this time he has held the role of General Manager at a myriad of properties across New South Wales including Mercure Penrith, Mercure Sydney Parramatta, ibis Sydney Darling Harbour and most recently Novotel Sydney Central.
Trilogy Hotels wins first premium hotel operating deal with Panthers Group
Trilogy Hotels and Panthers Group have signed a milestone management agreement where Trilogy Hotels will oversee operations for the five-star Pullman Sydney Penrith. Forming part of a $110m investment from the Panthers Group, the newly-built 153-room Pullman Sydney Penrith opened in August 2023, marking a significant moment for Western Sydney, as Penrith’s first five-star hotel. The hotel has an existing franchise agreement with Accor.Panthers Group is one of Australia’s largest entertainment groups with over 125,000 members across five licensed premises and employs 650 staff. The Group owns the premiership-winning Penrith Panthers NRL Team.
Amora Hotels & Resorts Selects Sydney as Regional Hub to Drive Asia Pacific Brand Expansion Strategy
Leading independent hospitality company Amora Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for a new phase of expansion in Asia Pacific as it prepares to introduce its unique style of customer-centric luxury hospitality to new destinations across the Pacific and Southeast Asia.This week, the group opened its inaugural corporate office in Sydney, which will spearhead a growth plan to double its portfolio from six to 12 hotels in five years.
Adina Announces Transformative Town Hall Hotel Refurbishment
Timeless transformation to commence at Adina Sydney Town Hall in April 2024.
Carsten Siebert has been appointed as Senior Area Director of Operations Australia, New Zealand and Pacific at Marriott International
Carsten Siebert has been a valued member of the Marriott team for over 25 years, having held numerous Operations and General Manager positions, including numerous Area Director of Operations roles across South East Asia including Australia.Most recently Carsten was the Senior Director for Conversions in Asia Pacific excluding China - a key strategic role which will support the ANZP region's strong pipeline of developments in future growth.As Senior Area Director of Operations, Carsten will support the company's 47 hotels and resorts in ANZP to deliver operational excellence.
Kelly Russell has been appointed as Area Director, Sales & Distribution - Australia, New Zealand & Pacific at Marriott International
Kelly moves into the role with 10 years of experience in sales and leadership positions within the company, having previously held the role of Market Director - Sales & Distribution Victoria in which she was responsible for Marriott's portfolio of 11 Melbourne hotels.
Sam Giles has been appointed as General Manager at 202 Elizabeth
La Vie Hotels & Resorts, Asia Pacific's leading owner-centric third party hotel management company, is set to grow its boutique hotel offering this year following the incredible success of its existing stable of boutique hotels including 202 Elizabeth, ADGE Hotel & Residences and The Islington, Hobart.