A number of Australian hotel markets saw significant jumps in performance during the British and Irish Lions Tour, including Brisbane posting record highs in average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR), according to data from CoStar, a global leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
Boosted by the British and Irish Lions Tour, Brisbane’s hotel industry posted its highest monthly average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) on record, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading global provider of commercial real estate data, analytics and news.
Young people with disabilities wanting to pursue a career in hospitality will have far greater opportunities following a pioneering partnership between some of Australia’s leading hotel, educational and social enterprise organisations.
IHG Hotels & Resorts and Felix Capital have today announced updated plans for a significant new development on Ocean Street in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Crowne Plaza Maroochydore.
Western Sydney's most anticipated new hotel, Novotel Sydney Cabramatta, has unveiled a first look at its warm and modern guest rooms and event spaces ahead of its opening in November
Novotel Sydney Cabramatta is pleased to confirm the appointment of a key leadership role.
Novotel Sydney Cabramatta is pleased to confirm the appointment of a key leadership role.
Rooms at 25hours Hotel The Olympia, which will mark the very first 25hours Hotel in Australia when it opens on 25th September 2025, are now available to book. True to the 25hours philosophy of embracing the cultural fabric of the cities they are in, the brand's first Australian property is deeply rooted in Sydney's creative past. Located on the heritage-listed site of the former West Olympia Theatre and the Grand Pacific Blue Room, the hotel pays tribute to these iconic establishments that once shaped the city's art and social scene. Honouring its vibrant past through bold design and rich storytelling, 25hours Hotel The Olympia will breathe new life into a historic Sydney landmark.
Accor, the largest hotel operator in the Pacific, is proud to announce the return of one of Australia's most recognised boutique hotel brands to the Hunter Valley, with the rebrand of Grand Mercure The Vintage to Peppers Hunter Valley following a multi-million dollar refurbishment of the property.
Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, has declared The British & Irish Lions Tour a nationwide tourism triumph, as tens of thousands of travelling fans fuel record hotel occupancies and major economic benefits across the country.
Peppers Docklands Melbourne is entering an exciting new chapter, following a bold refurbishment that brings urban edge and refined sophistication together in one seamless guest experience.
Crowne Plaza Geelong is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Jackson as Director of Sales & Marketing for the highly anticipated new hotel, set to open on the Geelong waterfront in 2026.
Australians love to travel for sport and it’s a great opportunity for Airbnb hosts to earn additional income during major sporting events. For example, a typical host earned $1,390 over the weekend of the cricket test in Sydney in January earlier this year1.
Sushant Sharma is a respected hospitality leader with over 17 years of experience across boutique hotels, luxury lodges, and full-service properties in Victoria and South Australia. His career spans some of Australia's most well-regarded hotels, including The Larwill Art Series Melbourne, Sequoia Luxury Lodge, Mount Lofty House, and Sofitel Adelaide.
Cvent, a global industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, successfully hosted the fourth edition of Cvent Accelerate Sydney at The Fullerton Hotel on Wednesday, 16 July 2025. The event attracted over 460 event planners, marketers, and hospitality professionals, setting a new attendance record and highlighting the growing momentum in the MICE industry.
Highlighted by the night of State of Origin Game II, Perth posted its highest June average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) on record, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
New international flight routes are set to supercharge Australia's hotel sector, creating demand for potentially 1.9 million room nights annually according to a new CBRE analysis.
La Vie Hotels and Resorts today announced the appointment of Amanda Cottome, as Director of Operations - Pacific, effective today.
The world's first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' luxury and lifestyle portfolio, has entered a new era in Queensland with the official opening of its first Brisbane property, InterContinental Brisbane.
Novotel Geelong is proud to announce the appointment of Larelle Fitt as its new Director of Sales, bringing with her over 25 years of experience across the tourism, hospitality, and events sectors.