Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, is set to strengthen its footprint in Australia and New Zealand with the signing of a significant portfolio of hotels with Bayview International Hotels & Resorts.
From May 2025, Accor will take over three iconic properties. The Sydney Boulevard Hotel East Sydney has a lot to offer. Bayview Geographe Hotel Busselton Western Australia is a city that has a lot to offer. Wairakei Resort Taupo North Island New Zealand
This strategic expansion highlights Accor’s commitment in providing world-class experiences to guests across the Pacific.
Adrian Williams is Chief Operating Officer of Accor Pacific said: “This is a milestone for Accor in our efforts to expand into the Pacific. We are delighted to welcome these three properties into the Accor Family. They are loved by both locals and tourists. “Our vision for these properties is to enhance their guests’ experiences with our powerful brands, the ALL loyalty program and world-class customer service.”
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Three properties will undergo extensive renovations before they are relaunched as Accor brands. This will enhance their appeal for both domestic and foreign travellers. The hotels will remain under their current names until that time.
“With a comprehensive renovation plan in place, I can’t believe we haven’t unveiled their refreshed identities yet and welcomed even more travellers to this remarkable location,” Adrian added.
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel is one if Sydney’s most iconic and storied hotels, featuring 277 guestrooms, including seven suites, 11 meeting spaces, a ballroom, a restaurant and café, and an exclusive top-floor meeting room with breathtaking views of the CBD and Sydney Harbour.
Bayview Geographe Resort, located in Busselton, is three hours south-southwest of Perth. This resort boasts 137 rooms and villas as well as an indoor heated pool, tennis courts, golf putting greens, and a direct beach access.
Wairakei Taupo is located in the geothermal wonderland, Wairakei. It’s just north of Lake Taupo. This resort features 187 rooms, a 9-hole golf, a geothermal pool, a spa day, multiple dining options, and extensive conference facilities.
Camil Yazbeck, Global Chief Development Officer for Accor’s Premium, Midscale & Economy division commented: “Accor feels honoured to welcome Bayview International and is grateful for the opportunity to take care of these remarkable hotels. This agreement reflects our shared values and commitment to success over the long term. Our approach is to stand side-by-side with our development partners – bringing an owners’ mindset, offering guidance and unwavering support throughout the unique lifecycle of every property. We look forward to working with Bayview International as we strengthen and shape the future of these hotels with exciting upgrades and the compelling guest experiences for which our exceptional hospitality brands are renowned.”
Founded in 1993, Bayview International Hotels & Resorts has built a strong legacy of memorable hospitality experiences. This partnership marks a new chapter in the history of Bayview International Hotels & Resorts, combining its heritage with Accor global expertise.
Derek Yan, Vice President Projects & Product Development for Bayview International Hotel & Resorts said: “Partnering with Accor represents an exciting new era for Bayview International Hotels & Resorts. This collaboration will help us elevate our three properties, which have a long history of providing fantastic hotel experiences. With Accor’s global expertise, and its strong brand portfolio, these hotels are sure to thrive, offering greater experiences to our valued guests. This reaffirms Accor’s commitment to excellence and growth in the region.”
From luxury to economy, Accor operates more than 400 hotels in the Pacific region under renowned brands such as Sofitel, MGallery, Art Series, Pullman, Swissôtel, Mövenpick, Grand Mercure, Peppers, The Sebel, Mantra, Handwritten Collection, Novotel, TRIBE, Mercure, BreakFree, ibis, ibis Styles and ibis BudgetsEnnismore SO/.
