Marriott International yesterday named the new Luxury Collection property being constructed in Parliament Square, Hobart. The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart is on track to open in late 2018.Ê
The Tasman, which marks Marriott International’s debut in Tasmania, will reside in an assortment of repurposed heritage buildings and will form a prominent position in Parliament Square – a new design-led, urban development set to revitalise Hobart’s city centre.
Will Hodgman, Premier of Tasmania and Sean Hunt, Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Marriott International revealed the name to guests at a special event on site in Parliament Square. Guests wereÊshown around the hotel’sÊmock-up room, which showcases the property’s elegant design by Sydney-based firm, JPDC.
ÒBringing the Luxury Collection to Australia is a significant milestone for Marriott International, where we’re on track to open 50 hotels by 2020,Ó said Mr Hunt. ÒWith its stunning natural beauty and growing cultural and foodie scene, Hobart is an extremely desirable destination for both national and international guests, and this hotel will beÊtheÊplace for luxury travellers to stay when visiting Tasmania. With construction on track, we look forward to welcoming guests for the opening in 2018.Ó
Owned byÊTrawalla Group Parliament Square Hotel Operator Pty Ltd,ÊThe Tasman will offer guests 128 luxurious rooms and suites, all with carefully restored features and considered Georgian and Art-Deco design elements throughout.