Pan Pacific Hotels Group has announced plans for a AUD$25 million extension of Parkroyal Parramatta in Sydney.

The development is set to commence in March this year and make Parkroyal Parramatta the largest hotel in Parramatta – with 286 guestrooms – by June 2016.

Pan Pacific Hotels Group Area General Manager for Oceania Craig Bond said, “The development of Parkroyal Parramatta is in line with our strategy to grow our brands in key destinations across Asia Pacific.

“The multi-million dollar investment also highlights Parkroyal’s contribution to Parramatta City Council’s Economic Development Strategy,” said Bond.

With Parramatta City set for an AUD$8 billion building investment over the next five years, the city’s skyline will be dramatically reshaped by over 32 new residential, commercial and key public features and Parramatta could potentially overtake Adelaide in coming years to become the nation’s fifth largest Central Business District.

The 15-month project will involve the construction of a new seven-storey tower with a club lounge, as well as 40 club rooms and 50 premium rooms that offer views of the Parramatta skyline and incorporate the use of the latest hotel technology and innovation.

Club guests will enjoy priority check-in and check-out as well as complimentary breakfast, laundry services, regular refreshments throughout the day and a new gymnasium with state-of-the-art exercise equipment.

The addition of four meeting rooms will bring Parkroyal Parramatta’s total number of conference and meeting spaces to 12 rooms, making it the largest meetings and events hotel in Parramatta and thus setting a new benchmark of accommodation, facility and service distinction in the area.

Parkroyal Parramatta General Manager Michael Johnson said,“Over the past five years, we have been focused on delivering excellent service and a product that our Parkroyal team is very proud of.

“Through our efforts, we have enjoyed strong loyalty from many of our business segments and we embrace our customers as a key contributor to our success.

“The extension project is in line with Parkroyal’s commitment to be ‘Your Trusted Local Companion’ by providing our guests with a range of services and facilities that will enhance their experience and make their stay as carefree as possible.

“As the city of Parramatta develops, Parkroyal Parramatta will grow in tandem and continue to be a landmark that draws both locals and visitors to this flourishing destination,” said Johnson.

As part of the renovations, the premises of the BAR:30 restaurant and bar will be extended out to Phillip Street to introduce an alfresco dining element that captures the vibrant ‘eat street’ atmosphere that Parramatta offers.