Hotel Management

MAY 26, 2025

Choice Hotels International has secured a long-term distribution and master franchise agreement with a key player in Chinas hospitality scene, SSAW Hotels and Resorts, which sets the foundation for a major expansion in China. SSAW intends to develop 100 new hotels in China under these two brands within five years.

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JULY 20, 2023

Hotel Indigo Melbourne appoints GM Pro-invest Group has appointed Joseph Simmons to the role of General Manager of Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders ahead of its opening next month following an extensive $20million refurbishment.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

EVT Hotels and Resorts has signed a deal with Invictus Developments to manage The Old Clare Hotel in Chippendale and Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney, under a new brand to be launched within the Independent Collection by EVT (ICbE) later this year. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2024

Dual-branded Melbourne Airport hotel reveals team The team behind the opening of Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport has been revealed. Leading a team of more than 200 staff is General Manager, David Alexander. We’re flipping the concept of ‘airport hotels’ on its head and changing the way they are viewed.”

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne names new GM The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne has welcomed seasoned hotelier Rachael Harman as the hotel’s new General Manager. In 2010, she moved to Malaysia to join The Westin Kuala Lumpur, where she held various leadership roles before being appointed Hotel Manager.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Exclusive: Meriton Suites appoints Regional GM across NSW/VIC/ACT Meriton Suites has appointed Harry Singh to the position of Regional General Manager NSW/VIC/ACT, based out of the company’s Kent St headquarters in Sydney. In 2005, Singh came to Australia from India and held a number of Hotel and General Manager roles.

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Hotel Management

MAY 8, 2024

Peak industry body Accommodation Australia (AA) has raised concerns over cuts to Victoria’s tourism marketing budget, saying the move will impact visitation to the state and ‘sends the wrong message’ to hotel investors. Budget reductions on this scale, with just $15.5m AA said that Visit Victoria typically receives AU$32.5

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

TFE Hotels’ Travelodge Resort Darwin has served as a five-storey blank canvas for Australian artist, Adnate’s latest creation as part of the Darwin Street Art Festival (DSAF). C heat and 90% humidity – Adnate created two large scale artworks on the hotel’s exterior wall in tribute to the local Larrakia mob.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Pan Pacific Perth has unveiled its newly refurbished convention floor, the largest hotel conference and event space in Perth’s CBD. Spanning over 2,500 square metres, the new offering can cater to a wide range of events, from board meetings to large-scale conferences and galas.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Quest Apartment Hotels is on a mission to make its hotels more accessible for people with disability, through a strategic partnership with Accessible Accommodation. The post Exclusive: Quest doubles down on accessibility to better service Australia’s fastest growing travel sector appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

One year on from the launch of Trilogy Hotels, the independent management company is rounding out 2024 with 13 hotels under management totalling over 2,500 rooms and overseeing $165 million in revenue. Add to that, a growing team of experienced hotel industry leaders.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 15, 2023

Le Méridien Hotels and Resorts makes its return to the Australian market with the opening of Le Méridien Melbourne on Thursday March 16. It has had many incarnations; as a theatre – it was the Metro Palace Theatre – a cinema, a nightclub, but it originally started as a hotel. It was the Excelsior Hotel.

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Lodging

OCTOBER 7, 2024

PLANO, Texas—Aimbridge Hospitality marked this year with leadership changes, investment in talent, and differentiated service offerings aimed at driving performance and results for hotel owners.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 12, 2024

TFE Hotels announces raft of GM appointments TFE Hotels has made several key General Manager appointments across its Australian and New Zealand network. After almost seven years with TFE, Emma Sutherland has taken on her first Hotel Manager role as the General Manager of Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Accor’s French luxury brand Sofitel is set to expand and upgrade its network of hotels in Australia and New Zealand among 30 destinations globally in the coming years as the brand seeks to win favour with guests and owners 60 years on from its launch. “We It’s a powerful luxury brand. 26% of our Sofitel network is under renovation.

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Hotel Speak

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In stark findings from Great Britain’s largest group of independently run hotels, BWH Hotels, that represent over 200 hotels including Best Western branded properties, more than a third (36 per cent) of hoteliers expect their costs to rise by more than 100,000.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 22, 2023

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong appoints Australian GM Australian national Greg Liddell has been appointed General Manager, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. This allows us to take guests on that journey when they dine with us.”

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Hotel Management

MAY 19, 2025

Australias first and largest Pan Pacific hotel, Pan Pacific Perth, is reenergised to capture a growing leisure and corporate travel market with the completion of a large-scale renovation project and a new General Manager at the helm.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Accor’s French luxury brand Sofitel is set to expand and upgrade its network of hotels in Australia and New Zealand among 30 destinations globally in the coming years as the brand seeks to win favour with guests and owners 60 years on from its launch. “We It’s a powerful luxury brand. 26% of our Sofitel network is under renovation.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 18, 2024

Irlanda Garcia promoted to General Manager role Skye Suites Parramatta has promoted Irlanda Garcia to the role of General Manager. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Garcia previously served as the on-property Front Office Manager, for which she was Highly Commended at the 2023 HM Awards.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Brisbane’s Hotel X is set to host a large-scale wellness activation in partnership with Bells Pure Ice to promote both physical and mental health, with fundraising for a good cause. At Hotel X, our daily dose of inspiration comes from our lively local community,” said Hotel X General Manager, Jeremy Colahan. “We

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Hotel Management

MAY 9, 2023

New Zealand’s adventure playground of Queenstown is known for its skiing, wineries, jetboating and hiking, alongside fantastic restaurants, bars, cafes and hotels, including one of Wayfarer’s favourites, Hilton Queenstown Resort and Spa. Chris, what makes Hilton Queenstown one of the region’s top hotels?

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Horizon Hospitality

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Whether you are a hotel professional trying to climb the ladder, or transitioning mid-career into hotels, the path to becoming a hotel general manager can sometimes be unclear. While each brand, region, and even property has its quirks, there are a few things that every hotel manager needs to be successful.

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Hotelier Magazine

MARCH 27, 2025

NEW YORK Infor has partnered with Coast Hotels to implement its cloud-based hospitality applications. As our organization continues to grow, we knew we needed a solid technology framework and partner to help us be more agile and scale at the right pace, says Takamasa Machiura, president & CEO of Coast Hotels.

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JANUARY 28, 2025

By empowering general managers, focusing on performance management and leveraging our scale, we ensure operational excellence and drive sustainable growth for our stakeholders. At Aimbridge, our focus on our owners as our primary customers defines our approach to hospitality, said Craig S.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 13, 2024

Known as a “quiet oasis” in the heart of Manhattan, the refurbishment of Sofitel New York will encompass all areas of the hotel, including its 398 guest rooms and suites, lobby, meeting spaces, guest elevators and corridors. Sofitel New York is set to undergo a comprehensive refurbishment starting in late 2024.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The former Group President and Managing Director—International, Smith spent over 35 years with the hospitality company in a range of roles before retiring in 2023. The post Aimbridge Hospitality names Craig Smith as third ever CEO appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 25, 2023

Over the past decade, East London has truly come into its own and the area is home to some of the city’s best bars, restaurants and importantly, hotels, including Mondrian Shoreditch. David, what makes Mondrian Shoreditch one of the British Capital’s best lifestyle luxury hotels? What makes the hotel so unique in your opinion?

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Hotelier Magazine

MARCH 27, 2025

Choice Hotels International, Inc. Throughout the year, Choice Hotels plans on testing and rolling out a series of new and evolved brand hallmarks, including an updated breakfast offering, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) packages and more. NORTH BETHESDA, Md.

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AUGUST 1, 2024

The Ascott Limited introduced its first The Crest Collection hotel in Asia Pacific last year with the opening of a 336-room Singapore hotel in October 2023. Formerly the Riverside Hotel Robertson Quay, the hotel was rebranded as The Robertson House by The Crest Collection following a phased renovation from March 2023.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

We are excited to introduce a completely reimagined W Maldives to the world, said Amila Handunwala, General Manager of W Maldives. The resort is actively exploring solar power installations to further reduce its environmental impact, underscoring W Maldives’ dedication to responsible luxury.

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Demand Calendar

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

This blog post aims to delve into the organizational strategies that small hotel groups can adopt to thrive in the ever-evolving hospitality industry. We will explore the advantages of centralizing certain functions to leverage economies of scale and maintain local autonomy to cater to specific market demands.

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Hotel Designs

MARCH 26, 2025

The Nobu Hotel will follow early in 2027, featuring a stunning pool, world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre, and versatile amenity rooms designed for ultimate comfort and indulgence. The hotel will also feature versatile multipurpose spaces, ensuring a seamless combination of comfort, sophistication, and functionality.

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AUGUST 29, 2024

Toscano brings three decades of experience in the luxury-lifestyle market and is known for his ability to create, manage and scale a variety of assets, according to the company. He has worked with hotel management teams, ownership groups and developers to execute unique hotel concepts and experiences.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Exclusive: Marriott appoints luxury leader to new dual role Marriott International is sharpening its focus on luxury with the appointment of Krister Svensson as Multi Property Vice President, Luxury Hotels Australia and General Manager at W Melbourne.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

acres, sheltering 71 hotel rooms and suites, a Gulf Coast-inspired restaurant, an intimate event space, all-day lobby lounge and listening room, and circular heated pool. acres, sheltering 71 hotel rooms and suites, a Gulf Coast-inspired restaurant, an intimate event space, all-day lobby lounge and listening room, and circular heated pool.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Quest Apartment Hotels has formed a multifaceted partnership with the Cronulla Sharks National Rugby League (NRL) Club for the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The Ascott Limited, Australia Managing Director, David Mansfield, described the investment as a “milestone moment” for Quest.

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