IHG and City Tattersalls Club to open Hotel Indigo Sydney Centre in 2025
The huge momentum behind IHG's Hotel Indigo brand in Australasia continues with the signing of a new agreement with City Tattersalls Club (CTC) in Sydney.
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Yara Valley Lodge Partners With Liveport to Implement BeyondTV and Enhanced Guest Wi-Fi Connectivity
Liveport, a leading provider of internet services and IoT-based technology, has announced the recent implementation of the BeyondTV streaming platform, along with an upgrade of Wi-Fi network capabilities at Yara Valley Lodge. Situated near the Australian city of Melbourne, Yara Valley Lodge serves as a luxury hotel destination complete with an onsite golf course. With the new solution in place, the property can now ensure its ability to consistently meet guest expectations for a seamless online and personalised entertainment experience.
Announcing 25hours Hotel Sydney
Accor, the world-leading hospitality group, and a joint venture of well-known Sydney developer Central Element and property investor Boston Global (CEBH), have announced today that Sydney's first 25hours Hotel is set to open at the end of 2022.
STR: Preliminary December Data For Melbourne Hotels
Melbourne's hotel industry reported its highest performance levels since early in the pandemic, according to preliminary December 2020 data from STR.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group Grows its Australian Footprint
Pan Pacific Hotels Group announces the expansion of its footprint in Australia with the signing of PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne. Opening in April 2021, the hotel will be part of M-City Monash, the largest mixed-used development dubbed as a "mini city" serving as the new gateway to Melbourne's South East Growth Corridor.
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa Opens
JW Marriott, part of Marriott International, has announced the opening of JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, marking the debut of Marriott International's iconic JW Marriott brand in the Pacific region. Located close to the Gold Coast's gorgeous golden beaches, unspoilt hinterlands and famous family attractions, the resort brings a new level of luxury to the beachside city. For discerning guests, this is a sophisticated sanctuary that lets them kick back, relax and rediscover a sense of balance in body and mind. Travelers who wish to explore the Gold Coast's most popular visitor attractions will find the resort conveniently located close to Surfers Paradise Beach, Sea World, Dream World, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and many more must-see destinations.
Bernhard Langer has been appointed as General Manager at Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay is pleased to announce the appointment of Bernhard Langer as the hotel's new General Manager. Bernhard has worked in the hospitality industry for 29 years, most recently leading the awarded launch and management of Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park.
DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront Debuts in Western Australia
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront, an 18-story, 229-room newly developed hotel, which is the latest addition to Hilton's expanding portfolio in Western Australia. DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront is owned by SKS Group and managed by Hilton.
Melbourne's Own West Side Story: Introducing Adina West Melbourne
Opening early December on the doorstep of everything Melbourne is famous for - art, culture, coffee, shopping, food, festivals, sport… and a whole lot more - Adina West Melbourne hands guests the keys to a WOW-factor new lifestyle precinct, where virtually every conceivable amenity rests at their fingertips.
How City Hotels Are Getting Creative Ahead Of Holiday Season
Delivering unique and memorable guest experiences and offers is helping put hotels in Australia's gateway cities on travellers radars as international border closures force them to adjust their plans, but state travel restrictions lift.
STR: Preliminary November Data For Sydney Hotels
Sydney's hotel industry reported mostly flat performance compared with the previous month, according to preliminary November 2020 data from STR.
Taronish Pardiwalla has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
A 10-year hospitality veteran, Taronish Pardiwalla, began her career in 2011 at Hilton Auckland in a number of human resources roles before moving to Hilton Sydney in 2013 as human resources advisor. In 2016, Pardiwalla was appointed assistant training manager, managing the learning and development training for over 450 team members. She was promoted to human resources manager at West Hotel as part of the pre-opening team in late 2017 before returning to Hilton Sydney as human resources manager in 2019.
Dean Easton has been appointed as Commercial Director at Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
Easton brings more than two decades of extensive experience in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. He began his career as reservation sales agent, Ansett Australia Airlines, progressing to sales team leader, then operations team leader. From there, Easton stepped into hotels, dedicating seven years to working at Radisson Resort Gold Coast, the former Le Meridien At Rialto Melbourne, TFE Hotels and Seasons Apartment Hotel Group where he was appointed national group director of sales and marketing.
Kruno Velican has been appointed as Director of Operations at Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
Bringing nearly three decades of hospitality experience to his new role at Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street, Velican is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel's operations, including front office, food and beverage, kitchen, housekeeping, engineering and security.
Hayden Hughes has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Sydney
Brisbane native Hayden Hughes [he sounds Welsh to me!] has been appointed to one of the top hotel GM roles in Australia, as GM of the iconic Hilton Sydney in Sydney's CBD, now back in Sydney for the second time in his career, with Hayden most recently having been GM Sofitel Brisbane Central.
Wayne Taranto has been appointed as Director of Operations at Ovolo Group
Wayne Taranto has been appointed as the Director of Operations for Ovolo Group in Australia. Based in Sydney, Wayne will be responsible for all Operations for the Australia Hotels. He joins the Ovolo with 26 years' experience as a respected leader in the vibrant Australian hospitality industry.
Sofitel comes to Adelaide
On track to open in mid-2021, Sofitel Adelaide will be a world-class hotel - exuding a refined and understated sense of modern luxury with a touch of Sofitel's renowned French decadence. Located in Currie Street in the city's CBD, the hotel is the first internationally recognised five-star hotel to be built in Adelaide in 30 years. The hotel will be part of a 32-storey mixed-use tower, which in addition to being a hotel, will also house the tallest residential development in South Australia. Of the 32 stories, the first 24 will be dedicated to the hotel, with a total of 250 guestrooms and suites, together with leisure and business facilities, which will include a restaurant, four bars, ballroom, swimming pool, health and fitness centre, meeting and conference rooms and a Sofitel Club Lounge.
The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery Opens in 2021
Accor will open a new-build luxury boutique MGallery hotel, The Porter House Hotel Sydney, on Castlereagh Street in late 2021. This landmark mixed-use development will comprise a 36-storey tower with a 121-room hotel housed over levels 1-9 with 131 residential apartments above on levels 10-34. Designed by the award-winning Candelapas & Associates architects, the hotel and residential apartments will interweave the existing 1870s heritage-listed Porter House adjacent to the tower, which will be thoughtfully redeveloped as part of the project. Guest rooms and suites in the new tower will take their cue from the heritage building with thoughtful use of materials and detailing. The Porter House Hotel will also feature an array of additional facilities, including lobby, pool and fitness centre, two restaurants, a fourth floor bar with roving art gallery, meeting and private dining facilities and a business centre.
Quest Ballarat Station Opens Its Doors
Visitors to Ballarat have an impressive new accommodation option to choose from this summer, with Quest Apartment Hotels opening its second property in the city today, 7 December, Quest Ballarat Station.
Australia Joins Growing Global Trend Of Branded Residences With Launch Of Mondrian Gold Coast
Australia is emerging as one of the most desirable locations for international hotel-branded private residences as the prestige property trend of incorporating the luxuries of five-star hotel services and amenities into private residences, continues to evolve and expand globally.