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W Hotels opens the doors to W Melbourne

W Hotels Worldwide , part of Marriott International , had opened the doors to Melbourne ’ s first luxury lifestyle hotel – W Melbourne – at 408 Flinders Lane . In the heart of an eclectic dining and edgy fashion district , W Melbourne brings the community ’ s iconic laneway culture and emerging music scene to life .
Inspired by the contrasts of the city , the hotel slowly reveals itself to visitors as guests peel back layers to unearth the unique personality of each space . “ It was a natural choice for us to launch our second W hotel in Australia
in one of the world ’ s most culturally diverse cities ,” said Sean Hunt , Area Vice President , Marriott International . “ With its bold style , energizing nightlife and great appetite for what ’ s new and next , Melbourne is a brilliant new addition to our luxury portfolio , and solidifies our confidence in the travel recovery here in Australia .”
W Melbourne has 294 luxuriously stylish guest rooms and 29 suites , with design details curated to reflect Melbourne ’ s fascinating history and culture . The hotel ’ s Wonderful , Fabulous and Mega category rooms are inspired by the neighbouring street-level newspaper kiosks that flash back to the 1960s . Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning skyline views .
Guests will be captivated by 830 square metres of ultra-modern conference , meeting and event space at W Melbourne , setting the stage for spectacular events with fully adaptable conference equipment , world-class audio-visual facilities and contemporary cuisine from the expert in-house catering team . S

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa marks the debut of the iconic JW Marriott brand in the Pacific region . Located close to the Gold Coast ’ s gorgeous golden beaches , unspoilt hinterlands and famous family attractions , the resort brings a new level of luxury to the beachside city . Featuring 223 guest rooms and suites , the hotel draws inspiration from their urban beachside context along with being home to a resort highlight , the tropical aquatic centre including both the saltwater lagoon and freshwater pool . The resort also presents six new food and beverage venues , which offer a diverse range of cuisines , locally sourced produce and sophisticated bar menus . S
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