The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that APAC’s hotel market will grow rapidly in the coming years, with China way out ahead in terms of new development.
Australia
Project in focus: Vibe Hotel Adelaide
Newbuild property Vibe Hotel Adelaide aims to shake up the Australian city’s upscale lifestyle offering with its luxurious amenities and inspiring design.
Project in focus: Little National Hotel Newcastle, Australia
We take a closer look at plans to create a stylish property under the Little National Hotel brand as part of a major mixed-use development in New South Wales.
Australia’s first Oakwood Premier scheme eyes October launch
Brought to life by a team that includes CHT Architects and SORA Interior Architecture + Design, the AU$150 million Oakwood Premier Melbourne is nearing completion.
Design showcase: Top five elevator halls
We pick out five hotels around the world, from Vienna to Hanoi, that have turned this most practical of features into a real talking point in our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive.
IHG continues Australian growth with Ballarat signing
A striking Holiday Inn & Suites property, designed by Hachem Architecture, is set to be built in Ballarat as part of IHG’s plans to expand further into regional Victoria.
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City overview: 5,400 new rooms on the books in Melbourne [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Melbourne is home to a steadily growing market, with a healthy mix of four- and five-star hotel schemes.
Australia welcomes first next-generation Holiday Inn hotel
IHG’s new-look Holiday Inn format has arrived down under with the launch of a 150-key property in Melbourne, complete with an open lobby concept and high-quality F&B.
Studio Carter reveals stylish Mondrian Gold Coast images
The design studio founded by acclaimed designer Robbyn Carter has unveiled interior renderings showing how the luxurious private residences will look at Mondrian Gold Coast.
Project of the Week: Fairmont Port Douglas, Australia
Developed by Chiodo Corporation, this nature-inspired property that will mark Fairmont’s spectacular entry into Australia has won our latest Project of the Week title.
Design showcase: Top five patios
We take a closer look at five hotels with inviting patios that successfully pave the way for guests to venture outdoors in our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN story.
Kimpton to enter Australia this year
IHG and Pro-Invest Group will open the first Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants property in Australia in October 2021, following the conversion and repositioning of Primus Sydney.
InterContinental Adelaide to embark on AUS$32m upgrade
IHG and TCC Land International have announced that the 1988-built hotel, which rebranded as InterContinental Adelaide in 2009, will undergo an extensive renovation from late 2021.
IHG announces plans for InterContinental Parramatta
InterContinental Parramatta, a 200-key newbuild in one of Sydney’s fastest growing areas, will become the 11th InterContinental property in Australasia.
The Standard reveals plans for first Australian hotel
Designed by Woods Bagot with interiors by Hecker Guthrie, The Standard, Fitzroy will celebrate the Melbourne suburb’s rich culture and history across its 127 rooms and public spaces..
Queensland hotel completes multimillion-dollar renovation
Mantra Terrace Hotel Brisbane has reopened to guests after undergoing a major refurbishment programme led by Singapore-based FDAT Architects.
Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne on Spencer opens in May
Together with Singapore’s Fragrance Group, Accor is preparing to launch Australia’s second Mövenpick hotel, with the May 2021 debut of a stylish scheme in Melbourne.
Project in focus: Hyatt Place Brisbane South City Square
Construction work is underway on a new Hyatt Place-branded property – the result of a collaboration between Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Pellicano and Perri Projects – in Brisbane.
IHG announces historic Mornington Peninsula signing
IHG’s luxury InterContinental brand is coming to Sorrento near Melbourne as part of the redevelopment of the storied Hotel Continental property.
Project in focus: Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, Australia
This forthcoming Holiday Inn-branded hotel in the picturesque coastal city of Geelong will strengthen IHG’s geographic footprint across Australia.
Heritage building transformed into Hilton’s new Melbourne hotel
Occupying the former Melbourne Equity Chambers, Hilton Worldwide’s latest hotel raises the bar in Victoria’s largest city, with 244 stylish rooms and clever architecture by Bates Smart.
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Country overview: Australia gears up for 180 new properties [Infographic]
Our researchers report that 180 hotel projects with a total of 34,525 keys are in the works across Australia right now. We take a closer look at the country’s exciting development slate.
Project in focus: Voco Yarra Valley, Australia
IHG is making a statement by creating what will be the first globally branded upscale hotel in the Yarra Valley wine region, with help from Barnes Capital and Hachem.
Hotel Indigo lands in Australia with fancy new Adelaide property
IHG’s boutique lifestyle brand has made a splash down under with the introduction of a stylish 145-room property next to Adelaide Central Market.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in February 2021
The last few weeks have seen a raft of exciting hotel launches from industry heavyweights like Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide – here are our three top picks.
Peppers Melbourne Richmond begins to take shape
Amber Property Group has started construction work on Peppers Melbourne Richmond, an 80-room hotel scheme in one of Victoria’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.
Project in focus: 25hours Hotel Sydney
Sydney’s first 25hours Hotel, showcasing the design talents of Tonkin Zulaikha Greer, A Work of Substance and Acme & Co, will occupy an iconic heritage building in the city centre.
W Melbourne starts welcoming guests
Brought to life by architecture and interior design firm Hachem, W Melbourne is a new luxury lifestyle hotel with a fun design aesthetic.
Project in focus: Westin Margaret River Resort & Spa, Australia
Featuring contributions from the likes of Christou Design Group and Emerge Associates, Westin’s resort will celebrate its fabulous coastal setting in Western Australia.
Hyatt gains a foothold in Brisbane
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Salter Brothers have announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Brisbane following the rebrand of an existing property, paving the way for a refurbishment.
Mövenpick celebrates inaugural hotel in Australia
Showcasing the design talents of Jaws Architects and Greymatters, Mövenpick Hotel Hobart draws inspiration from the natural beauty of Tasmania.
Hotel Indigo Sydney Centre to open in 2025
Plans have been unveiled to create a new Hotel Indigo property atop the historic City Tattersalls Club in the heart of Sydney.
Project of the Week: 1 Hotel Melbourne
Striking architecture and a strong focus on sustainability bag this ambitious riverside hotel in Victoria’s largest city our latest Project of the Week title.
JW Marriott makes a splash in Gold Coast
The new 223-key JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa boasts a stunning tropical aquatic area, complete with its very own saltwater lagoon and freshwater pool.
2021 hotlist: Accor’s top five hotel openings
Accor will complete more than 170 hotels this year, the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database indicates, including show-stopping schemes from the likes of Sofitel, Raffles and Fairmont.
Project of the Week: The Dorsett Gold Coast
Luxury amenities and a prime location on Broadbeach Island wins The Dorsett Gold Coast our coveted Project of the Week accolade.
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City overview: 21 hotels in Sydney’s development pipeline [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS database reveals that Sydney’s hospitality scene will grow by 21 hotels in the years ahead.
Wyndham Grand lines up first hotel in Australia
Rising 120 metres high, the Loucas Zahos Architects-designed Wyndham Grand Adelaide will become one of South Australia’s tallest hotels when it opens in 2024.
Crowne Plaza hotel launches in Adelaide’s tallest building
IHG’s upscale Crowne Plaza brand has officially opened its doors in Adelaide’s towering Frome Central Tower One building, which stands at a dizzying 138 metres tall.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in November 2020
This month’s hotel arrivals take us to extraordinary corners of the globe, from Adelaide’s tallest tower to Mexico’s beautiful Riviera Nayarit coast.
SBE and Accor announce plans to open Mondrian Gold Coast
Mondrian Gold Coast, showcasing the talents of Elenberg Fraser and Studio Carter among others, will become SBE’s inaugural hotel in Australia as well as the country’s first Mondrian-branded property.
Hilton Garden Inn to manage 112-room hotel in Western Australia
Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of Hilton Garden Inn Busselton, which will offer expansive views across Geographe Bay and the longest timber pier jetty in the southern hemisphere.
Crowne Plaza makes triumphant return to Sydney’s CBD
The newbuild Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour represents the first foray by IHG’s upscale brand into the CBD area of the Emerald City in a decade.
Quincy hotel brand prepares for Australian debut
The Singapore-born Quincy brand is set to make its debut in Australia with the upcoming opening of Quincy Hotel Melbourne.
Adina aparthotel reopens following renovation work
The 96-room Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square has completed a million-dollar makeover, TFE Hotels has revealed.
Travelodge in Australia’s Northern Territory gets design overhaul
Darwin’s Travelodge Resort has unveiled a smart new look following a multimillion-dollar makeover.
New Travelodge hotel lined up for Sydney
Plans have been unveiled to build a 100-room Travelodge hotel at Westmead, Australia’s largest health and innovation precinct.
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City overview: 9,000 new rooms coming up for Melbourne [Infographic]
Melbourne’s hotel market is on the rise, according to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database, with exciting projects in the works from Shangri-La Group, Marriott International and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.
JW Marriott announces Australian debut with Surfers Paradise rebrand
Marriott International’s flagship JW Marriott brand is to make its first appearance in Australia following an ambitious $35 million rebrand of Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, Queensland.
Project of the Week: AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank
The development of Australia’s first AC Hotel, which will be housed within a new 40-storey mixed-use skyscraper called Normanby, is our latest Project of the Week.
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Region overview: APAC hotel industry to expand by 600,000 rooms [Construction Report]
Despite Covid19 wreaking havoc in the hospitality industry, our analysis suggests the hotel project pipeline across APAC remains full, especially in China and South-East Asia.
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Country overview: Australia’s hotel market to grow by 181 properties [Infographic]
We take a look at the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database to find out which brands are driving the rapid growth of Australia’s hotel market.
IHG’s new voco hotel to focus on ‘Me Time’
IHG has unveiled big plans to open a 171-key voco hotel in Melbourne built around its innovative ‘Me Time’ concept.
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The Langham set for Gold Coast launch in 2021 [Infographic]
Langham Hospitality Group is growing its portfolio of luxury properties, with a new hotel lined up for the Australian city of Gold Coast.
Australia
Region overview: 2,700 hotels to launch across APAC
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that APAC’s hotel market will grow rapidly in the coming years, with China way out ahead in terms of new development.
Project in focus: Vibe Hotel Adelaide
Newbuild property Vibe Hotel Adelaide aims to shake up the Australian city’s upscale lifestyle offering with its luxurious amenities and inspiring design.
Project in focus: Little National Hotel Newcastle, Australia
We take a closer look at plans to create a stylish property under the Little National Hotel brand as part of a major mixed-use development in New South Wales.
Australia’s first Oakwood Premier scheme eyes October launch
Brought to life by a team that includes CHT Architects and SORA Interior Architecture + Design, the AU$150 million Oakwood Premier Melbourne is nearing completion.
IHG continues Australian growth with Ballarat signing
A striking Holiday Inn & Suites property, designed by Hachem Architecture, is set to be built in Ballarat as part of IHG’s plans to expand further into regional Victoria.
City overview: 5,400 new rooms on the books in Melbourne [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that Melbourne is home to a steadily growing market, with a healthy mix of four- and five-star hotel schemes.
Australia welcomes first next-generation Holiday Inn hotel
IHG’s new-look Holiday Inn format has arrived down under with the launch of a 150-key property in Melbourne, complete with an open lobby concept and high-quality F&B.
Studio Carter reveals stylish Mondrian Gold Coast images
The design studio founded by acclaimed designer Robbyn Carter has unveiled interior renderings showing how the luxurious private residences will look at Mondrian Gold Coast.
Project of the Week: Fairmont Port Douglas, Australia
Developed by Chiodo Corporation, this nature-inspired property that will mark Fairmont’s spectacular entry into Australia has won our latest Project of the Week title.
Design showcase: Top five patios
We take a closer look at five hotels with inviting patios that successfully pave the way for guests to venture outdoors in our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN story.
Kimpton to enter Australia this year
IHG and Pro-Invest Group will open the first Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants property in Australia in October 2021, following the conversion and repositioning of Primus Sydney.
InterContinental Adelaide to embark on AUS$32m upgrade
IHG and TCC Land International have announced that the 1988-built hotel, which rebranded as InterContinental Adelaide in 2009, will undergo an extensive renovation from late 2021.
IHG announces plans for InterContinental Parramatta
InterContinental Parramatta, a 200-key newbuild in one of Sydney’s fastest growing areas, will become the 11th InterContinental property in Australasia.
The Standard reveals plans for first Australian hotel
Designed by Woods Bagot with interiors by Hecker Guthrie, The Standard, Fitzroy will celebrate the Melbourne suburb’s rich culture and history across its 127 rooms and public spaces..
Queensland hotel completes multimillion-dollar renovation
Mantra Terrace Hotel Brisbane has reopened to guests after undergoing a major refurbishment programme led by Singapore-based FDAT Architects.
Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne on Spencer opens in May
Together with Singapore’s Fragrance Group, Accor is preparing to launch Australia’s second Mövenpick hotel, with the May 2021 debut of a stylish scheme in Melbourne.
Project in focus: Hyatt Place Brisbane South City Square
Construction work is underway on a new Hyatt Place-branded property – the result of a collaboration between Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Pellicano and Perri Projects – in Brisbane.
IHG announces historic Mornington Peninsula signing
IHG’s luxury InterContinental brand is coming to Sorrento near Melbourne as part of the redevelopment of the storied Hotel Continental property.
Project in focus: Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, Australia
This forthcoming Holiday Inn-branded hotel in the picturesque coastal city of Geelong will strengthen IHG’s geographic footprint across Australia.
Heritage building transformed into Hilton’s new Melbourne hotel
Occupying the former Melbourne Equity Chambers, Hilton Worldwide’s latest hotel raises the bar in Victoria’s largest city, with 244 stylish rooms and clever architecture by Bates Smart.
Country overview: Australia gears up for 180 new properties [Infographic]
Our researchers report that 180 hotel projects with a total of 34,525 keys are in the works across Australia right now. We take a closer look at the country’s exciting development slate.
Project in focus: Voco Yarra Valley, Australia
IHG is making a statement by creating what will be the first globally branded upscale hotel in the Yarra Valley wine region, with help from Barnes Capital and Hachem.
Hotel Indigo lands in Australia with fancy new Adelaide property
IHG’s boutique lifestyle brand has made a splash down under with the introduction of a stylish 145-room property next to Adelaide Central Market.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in February 2021
The last few weeks have seen a raft of exciting hotel launches from industry heavyweights like Marriott International and Hilton Worldwide – here are our three top picks.
