Luxury Preview You’ll feel like a VIP at Melbourne’s new QT If you’re planning a trip to Australia’s capital of style and culture, the new QT Melbourne hotel is set to offer a refreshing option for your stay. Located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD and only a short stroll to the Collins Street
Tourism boom drives growth at Chateau Marlborough A multi-million dollar expansion at Blenheim’s premier hotel has seen rooms nearly doubled. The Marlborough region’s stellar reputation for wine and food, combined with its landscapes and lifestyle attractions, means that demand is strong amongst luxuryseeking holidaymakers. There’s also an ongoing boom in the conference and corporate travel sector, leading to a high level of bookings.
shopping precinct, QT Melbourne brings a chic new designer landmark to the city’s cultural heartland. There’s a distinctly creative edge to its 188 guestrooms and exciting dining and bar experiences. The stunning building designed by acclaimed architect Angelo Candalepas with a striking façade comprising of varying features harmonises with Melbourne’s heritage, playing homage to its contemporary streetscape location. The design philosophy has an industrial feel, carried through in handcrafted steel, stone and timber. The effect is to create contrasting textures teamed with eclectic interiors of the guestrooms and hotel’s public spaces.
A three-storey wing was recently completed as part of the southern half of the hotel that adds 36 studios and suites to the complex. Chateau Marlborough Managing Director Brent Marshall said it was the biggest hotel expansion in Marlborough. The development of Marlborough Airport, the new ASB Theatre and growth in the Marlborough Convention Centre demanded more accommodation in Blenheim, Marshall said.
With newly inspired drinking and dining establishments, QT Melbourne aims to be a destination not only for guests but locals as well, through its different food and drink experiences. We never need much of an excuse for a Melbourne excursion, and the new QT provides one more reason to check out what’s new in Victoria’s vibrant capital.
Chateau Marlborough is one of only 10 5-star hotels in New Zealand, offering a
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