Substance Restaurant & Bar has opened in the new Murdoch Square, on the first floor to the newly-opened Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch Hotel. The all-day dining venue sees the fusion of the contemporary, artisanal café-style menu with an Asian bistro, in combination with an elevated grab-and-go offering catering to visitors to Murdoch Square.
Destination by Hyatt to make its South American debut in Paracas, Peru
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and El Pardo Hospitality today announced plans for The Legend Paracas Resort in Paracas, Peru to join the Destination by Hyatt brand, marking the introduction of the brand’s in South America. Expected to join the Destination by Hyatt brand in June 2024, the hotel is currently undergoing a phased enhancement project to elevate guestrooms, offer new culinary options, and redesign public areas. Enhancements will be done in a thoughtful manner over the next 24 months in an effort to avoid impacting the guest experience.
Pacific Hotel Brisbane changes hands for $44.8 million
The freehold interest in the Pacific Hotel Brisbane has been sold to the Gold Coast based Singh Enterprises for $44.8 million.
Townplace Suites by Marriott to open in Morrisville, North Carolina
Hospitality America, a leading hotel development and management company, announces the opening of TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport / Morrisville in North Carolina. The new 112-suite hotel is built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle in, keep to their routines, and easily connect to Raleigh Durham International Airport and Raleighs Research Triangle area. Located at 1021 Carrington Mill Blvd., it will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Hospitality America of Greenville, S.C. General Manager Emily Pearce and Director of Sales, Donna Oglesby lead the management team at the property for Hospitality America.
IHG Hotels & Resorts’ newest midscale conversion brand Garner continues global expansion
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) continues the growth of its newest midscale conversion brand Garner hotels, which is now available across IHG’s Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) region. This marks another milestone towards Garner reaching its goal of more than 500 hotels in the next 10 years, and 1,000 hotels over the next 20 years.
Vibe Hotel Melbourne transforms level 22 suites into rooftop bar
In a city known for its ubiquitous wine and cocktail bars, Fleet stands tall – not only as the tallest rooftop bar on Melbourne’s Flinders’ Street – but as one of a handful of venues leading the modern-day rum renaissance.
Tweed Heads Motel bought by private local motel group
A locally based esteemed hospitality entity, the Tirumalasetti Group, has purchased the Bayswater Tweed Motel.
Marriott International accelerates growth in Poland with more than 10 anticipated openings in the pipeline
Marriott International, Inc., announced its plans to expand its portfolio in Poland with the expected addition of more than 10 properties in the next few years, including the debut of two brands – Le Méridien and Element Hotels by Westin – in the market.
IHG Hotels & Resorts brings Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants to Lisbon
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), announces the signing of Kimpton Lisbon, the first Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants property in the Portuguese capital. Set to open its doors in 2026, the boutique luxury hotel marks the second Kimpton to come to Portugal, following the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico in late 2023.
12 distinctly different properties to join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Vignette Collection in 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the launch of its inaugural Vignette Collection hotel in the UK. The Halyard Liverpool, Vignette Collection is the first of 12 properties around the world which will join IHG’s newest luxury & lifestyle brand in 2024.
