BMIHMS claims Australia’s top spot in Hospitality in 2026 QS Rankings
BMIHMS rose to No. 1 in Australia for Hospitality and Leisure Management, ranking No. 21 globally and No. 3 in Asia in the 2026 QS World University Rankings.
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Veriu Group unveils extensive refurbishment of Punthill Essendon and Punthill Williamstown
The $1.6 million investment across 98 total keys included new furniture, upgraded technology, and improved connectivity over nine weeks.
CLLIX Apartments & Hotels Expands Flexkeeping Rollout Following Pilot Success at Brisbane Skytower
CLLIX achieved 413% ROI and saves 112 hours monthly in room allocation after deploying Flexkeeping at Brisbane Skytower.
Motto by Hilton to Debut in Australia with Sydney CBD Property
The 152-room property will open in late 2027 on York Street, marking Hilton's seventh brand in Australia and first Motto location.
Optimism, investment and innovation drive Australia’s accommodation sector
The 2025 Australia Accommodation Barometer surveyed 250 industry executives, revealing 64% rate past performance as good/very good with plans to hire 7.4 employees per property on average.
By Todd Lacey, Regional Manager of Oceania, Booking.com
GBTA to Convene Business Travel Forums in Cities Across Australia and New Zealand
GBTA will host forums in Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, and Auckland between March and April to address industry challenges amid Australia's AUD 42.7 billion business travel market.
LXR Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Australia with New Signing in South‑East Queensland, continuing Hilton’s Expansion in the Region
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of an iconic Gold Coast hotel with Islander Hotel Trading Pty Ltd. The property will introduce LXR Hotels & Resorts to Australia in early 2027 after a renovation. The new hotel marks a significant milestone in Hilton’s expansion in Australia, bringing LXR Hotels & Resorts bespoke personal service and timeless pursuit of adventure to the South-East Queensland coast.
Minor Hotels Brings Luxury Anantara Hotels & Resorts Brand to Australia with Announcement of Anantara Perth Hotel
The 150-room property will anchor a AUD $3.8 billion Burswood Point development opening in 2032, marking Anantara's first Australian location.
Deicorp Partners with Trilogy Hotels and Marriott International to Launch Sydney’s First AC by Marriott Hotel
The 104-room property will be part of a mixed-use tower featuring 169 residences, opening in late 2027 near Hyde Park and Museum Station.
Adina Chermside’s Calming Hotel Design Takes Inspiration From The Bush
TFE Hotels will open the highly anticipated Adina Chermside Brisbane in mid-to-late April 2026, introducing a new era of contemporary apartment‑style hotel living to one of Brisbane's fastest‑growing urban centres. Perfectly positioned just 20 minutes from the CBD - and only moments from Westfield Chermside and adjacent to the Prince Charles Hospital - the 148‑key hotel brings Adina's signature "casual living philosophy" to Brisbane's thriving northern corridor.
IHG Signs Holiday Inn Express Cockburn, Strengthening Western Australia Pipeline
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has accelerated its growth in Western Australia by signing Holiday Inn Express Cockburn, in partnership with SKS Group.
Australian Open drove Melbourne hotel room rates to January record
January RevPAR hit AUD196.65, up 8.6% year-over-year, with peak performance on tournament Saturday reaching AUD354.94.
Luxury hospitality reimagined: Cairns 5-star hotel elevates guest experience with Shiji’s Infrasys POS
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns implemented Shiji's cloud-based POS across all F&B outlets to streamline operations and improve service delivery.
Manoj Ramisetti has been appointed as General Manager at Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra is pleased to announce the appointment of Manoj Ramisetti as General Manager.
Adina Makes Its Tasmania Debut with New Apartment-Style Hotel in Hobart
Australian international hotel company, TFE Hotels, is set to expand its Tasmanian footprint with the debut of its premium apartment-style hotel brand, Adina, in Hobart. This opening marks the first time the Apple Isle will welcome the homegrown hotel brand known for contemporary design, spacious living, and flexible apartment accommodation.
Trilogy Hotels Commences Operations of Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
Independent hotel management company Trilogy Hotels has commenced operations of Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra, a distinctive heritage boutique property located in Canberra's vibrant New Acton precinct. The transition marks Trilogy's continued expansion across the nation's capital and strengthens its growing presence in Australia's premium hotel sector.
Avani Hotels & Resorts Brings Coastal-Cool Energy to Wollongong
Minor Hotels will introduce its stylish, design-led Avani Hotels & Resorts brand to Wollongong, one of New South Wales' most dynamic and fast-growing coastal cities. Opening in 2027, Avani Wollongong Hotel marks the brand's first new-build property in the state and a milestone in Avani's growing footprint across Australasia.
Crowne Plaza Geelong Officially Opens: a Fresh New Stay for Geelong’s Dynamic Waterfront
Crowne Plaza Geelong has officially opened today, bringing a relaxed and stylish new hotel experience to one of Victoria's most exciting coastal cities.
Australia, 2026, and hospitality: What’s actually changing?
Dylan Cole and Nick Ellis explore how Australian hoteliers leverage guest data for direct bookings and on-property spend in a high-cost operating environment.
Dylan Cole, Managing Director EMEA, Revinate, Inc.
Ashes Tour fuels significant gains in Australia’s hotel performance
Perth hit 96% occupancy with record ADR of AUD409, while Adelaide saw RevPAR surge 326% year-over-year during the cricket series.