Hotel & Venue News

Holiday Inn Express brand debuts in Adelaide

Adelaide gets its first Holiday Inn Express. More details here.

Daydream Island Resort and Spa commences demolition program

The redevelopment program is on track for an October 2018 soft opening after a $65 million redevelopment following damage caused by Cyclone Debbie.

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown welcomes first guests

Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital, is now home to a brand new Swiss-Belhotel property. Learn more here.

Mantra MacArthur Hotel Canberra has opened

The former office tower has been transformed into a 176-room hotel as part of the city’s vibrant urban renewal program.

Hot Venue: Courtesy of the Artist Loft, Sydney Strand Arcade

Sydney’s historic Strand Arcade has a new private event space, the Courtesy of the Artist Loft.

Marriott debuts first property in Sri Lanka

Say hello to Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa, Marriott’s first property in Sri Lanka. Get your first look here.

AccorHotels confirms Mantra acquisition

Mantra Group’s board has has approved the proposal from AccorHotels to acquire the company for over AUD$1.3 billion.

Mercure Perth receives a multi-million dollar facelift

Learn more about the all-new upgrades here.

Marriott’s Moxy brand debuts in Asia Pacific

The hip new hotel’s 109 bedrooms are designed to be functional, flexible and uncluttered. Learn more here.

Merivale acquires The Vic on the Park

The beloved pub is Merivale’s second Inner West property, joining Queens Hotel on Enmore Road.

Sage Hotel Ringwood officially opens today

Set over 5-levels, the 120 room property offers a range of room types plus conferencing and meeting facilities. Get a sneak peek here.

AccorHotels moves to acquire Mantra in $1 billion deal

Mantra has informed the ASX of an indicative and non-binding proposal from AccorHotels to acquire the company. More here.

The Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui Opens

The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui offers 175 suites and pool villas nestled amid 58 acres that overlook the waters of The Gulf of Thailand. Get a sneak peek here.

Brisbane CBD is set to welcome its first five star hotel in two decades

W Brisbane will mark the re-entry of the W brand into Australia. Get your first look here.

Sofitel Darling Harbour is now open for business

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour officially was officially opened this week by the NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events, Adam Marshall. More details here.