Accor’s new instant group booking platform

The new technology will offer seamless bookings for meeting professionals and their guests.

18 October, 2021

Accor opens BreakFree Wirrina Cove

The resort offers a convenient choice for business travellers with state-of-the-art facilities.

12 August, 2021

Crystalbrook Collection takes over boutique Brisbane hotel

Just over a year old, the property is set to be rebranded under the new ownership.

23 September, 2020

Good news stories from Aussie hotels during COVID-19

The hotel community didn’t close its doors, instead it offered a safe haven for those who needed it most.

9 June, 2020

Accor to eliminate all single-use plastic by 2022

Single-use water bottles, toiletries, slippers and key cards are among the items getting the flick.

27 January, 2020

Pullman Rotorua set to attract high-end groups

The hotel features 130 rooms, dedicated event spaces and a signature restaurant.

22 January, 2020

Accor pledges 50/50 gender balance across its hotels

The hotel giant will employ more female general managers across its portfolio.

31 October, 2019

A look inside the new Pullman Melbourne on Swanston

The former Mercure-branded hotel has undergone a $30 million transformation.

21 October, 2019

First look: Art Series hotel set for Perth

Slated for an October opening, the hotel will boast 250 rooms and event space.

1 May, 2019

Shadow Play by Peppers opens in Melbourne

Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the cityscape.

18 April, 2019

US lifestyle brand Hyde heads to Australia

The Gold Coast will welcome a new lounge and dining venue inspired by LA’s famous Sunset Strip.

12 March, 2019

Accor reveals luxury hotel for Chadstone shopping precinct

The Sofitel-branded hotel will feature a rooftop bar and significant conferencing spaces.

7 March, 2019

Accor has launched a drag queen chatbot and it’s totally fabulous

Equal parts sassy and helpful, QueenBot launched in time for Sydney’s Mardi Gras Parade weekend.

28 February, 2019

ACCC will not oppose Accor-Mantra acquisition

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it will not oppose the planned purchase of Mantra Group by AccorHotels, citing sufficient competition from other hotel groups in the local market.

7 March, 2018

Accor signs two new properties in Vic and SA

Accor has signed two hotels in regional Victoria and South Australia.

25 May, 2015

Australia could get 200 new hotels

Almost 200 new hotels have been flagged to be developed in Australia, alongside the arrival of several hot new brands.

5 May, 2015

Byron Bay to get $100 million resort

Construction has begun on a beachfront resort on Byron Bay’s Belongil Beach.

29 April, 2015

What you think about awards (and more)

Spice, in partnership with Novotel Sydney Darling Harbour, hosted an industry roundtable on Friday 24 April.

27 April, 2015

Adelaide to get a new-build Sofitel

Premier of South Australia, Jay Weatherill MP today announced that a new Sofitel Luxury Hotel will be built in Adelaide’s CBD – the first internationally branded luxury hotel to be built in the city in nearly three decades.

21 April, 2015

Accor focuses on women in leadership

Sixteen female leaders have completed a specifically designed six month development program.

10 March, 2015