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.
Australia
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Global signs of recovery: Roundup of key hotel markets worldwide
Optimism is rising among hotels in Australasia, China and the US, amid signs that the travel sector is ready to bounce back quickly following the Covid19 crisis.
W Melbourne set to launch in December 2020
Featuring 294 rooms and 29 suites, Australia’s new W hotel is scheduled to open before the year is out.
Recap: Hottest hotel openings in May
May has been a crazy month with Covid19’s impact becoming ever more apparent, but the TOPHOTELPROJECTS database shows there were still plenty of new hotel openings.
Wyndham’s La Quinta brand set to debut in New Zealand [Construction Report]
La Quinta takes its first steps into the South-east Asia and Pacific Rim region with two properties in New Zealand.
IHG closes deal on sale of Holiday Inn property at Melbourne airport [Construction Report]
Leasehold interest of Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport sold to the Pelligra Group.
Two new Marriott properties signed in Sydney suburbs [Construction Report]
Long-term thinking: Marriott signs Courtyard and Four Points hotels in Sydney’s Auburn and Blacktown districts landing in 2023 and 2024.
Regional overview: Asia Pacific hotel market to get close to 2,400 new hotels [Construction Report]
According to the TOPHOTELPROJECTS database, the Asia Pacific region will see over 600,000 new rooms over the coming years.
Iconic Hotels to launch 52-room Abode Hotel in New South Wales, Australia [Infographic]
Staying on track: Iconic Hotels will be ready to open another Abode Hotel soon, this time on the South Coast of NSW.
SO/ to land in Australia with Melbourne opening [Infographic]
Accor’s hip SO/ brand will arrive in Melbourne by 2023 and take the city by storm thanks to its broad lifestyle-centric offering.
Project of the Week: New W Sydney is set to impress
Sydney will once again boast a W-branded hotel set in the heart of the city’s Darling Harbour district.
City overview: 5,319 hotel rooms to hit Sydney’s market [Infographic]
With over 5,300 new hotel rooms being added to Sydney’s market, the Australian city is broadening its offering for local and international travellers.
Project of the week: Sydney to get a new MGallery by Sofitel
After three years of construction, Sydney’s new MGallery by Sofitel nears completion and guests will soon be welcomed at this classy boutique hotel.
Brand focus: Radisson RED to make grand debut in Perth in 2022 [Infographic]
In the Asia Pacific region, eight Radisson RED hotels are currently under development.
Second AC Hotel by Marriott to launch in Australia by 2024 [Infographic]
The 200-room new-build hotel in Melbourne is slated to make its debut in 2024 and will be a central part of a new multi-use precinct in the vibrant suburb of Ringwood.
Adina Brisbane reopens in a historic property in November
A famous former bank building in Brisbane’s starts a new life as an aparthotel full of elegant period features and modern amenities.
Group focus: TFE Hotels win big during 2019 hotel awards season
Australia-based TFE Hotels were nominated for and recognised with awards for innovative design, excellent service and overall performance.
Much-awaited Marriott Ritz-Carlton Perth to open in November [Infographic]
Ritz-Carlton grows footprint in Australia with an enviable riverside opening in November 2019
Group focus: Hyatt unveils plans for new Hyatt Regency Adelaide [Construction Report]
The property is set to open in 2023, marking the brand’s return to Adelaide, Australia.
Sold out NoVacancy smashes record with over 5,000 in attendance
NoVacancy – Australia’s #1 exhibition and conference for the hotel and accommodation industry – has reported a record-breaking 5,017 in attendance at its 2019 event, which took place at the ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre on 24-25 July.
How Yotel is growing its footprint in Australia [Infographic]
The innovative hotel groups plans including focusing on key gateway cities and airports.
Geocon’s Iconic Hotels to open Midnight Hotel in Canberra, Australia [Infographic]
Geocon’s hospitality arm delivers eighth hotel under Iconic brand name
TOPHOTELNEWS Influencer: Most promising boutique hotels in Australia – Dean Minnet
As trends change, hospitality styles change too. Dean Minnet, Consultant at Minett Consulting, presents his list of most promising hotels in Australia that will leave you bowled over.
Australia’s largest hotel and accommodation industry expo returns
NoVacancy returns to Australia with promising proposals,design and hospitality talks,  ‘matchmaking’ technology platform and the attendance of 5,000 industry professionals that assure a great success for this 2020 event.
Marriott set to open 54 properties in Asia Pacific in 2019 [Construction report]
Marriott adds to its luxury portfolio in Asia Pacific with 13 new properties to welcome guests before the year is out
voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley opens after rebranding by IHG
An iconic estate in Australia’s Hunter Valley begins its new life as voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley under InterContinental Hotels Group
Travelodge Hotels launches pioneering new “bedshare” service [Video]
Travelodge’s hilarious April Fools initiative made us smile, so we’re sharing the laugh.
Australia
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.
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.
