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Enter 2021 with a bang : W Hotels takes Melbourne by storm
2021 offers a fresh start from 2020 — one that hopefully involves much more exploring and travelling in our own backyard . Australia is home to some of the most exquisite and intriguing properties that make for an unforgettable stay — whether that be for business or leisure . This is no exception .
W Hotels Worldwide have pressed play on Melbourne ’ s first luxury lifestyle hotel : W Melbourne .
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 .
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 flashback to the 1960s . Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning skyline views .
Eye-catching design aside , this hotel offers an exciting expansion on Melbourne ’ s already enticing dining scene and nightlife . W Melbourne ’ s distinctive restaurants and bars amplify the city ’ s dining landscape with innovative , original takes on Melbourne ’ s multicultural cuisines . All-day dining restaurant LOLLO , under the culinary creative direction of celebrated chef Adam D ’ Sylva , offers a menu that ’ s designed to be shared and celebrate the chef ’ s mixed heritage .
At the centre of the action and pulse of the hotel is cocktail bar CURIOUS , with its design as impressive as the evocative cocktail list . The bar welcomes guests into a cocooninspired space formed by its overhead timber beams in a parametric sequence with low lighting and muted colour palettes . Still to come is signature Japanese restaurant WARABI focusing on the freshest seasonal produce with seating for only 30 diners and a private
dining room for ten . CULPRIT will channel Melbourne ’ s café culture with an original bar concept that adds a new twist to the dining experience .
With the return of events on the horizon , EAs should keep their eyes peeled for the latest venues and event offerings . Look no further , W Melbourne has you covered . Mixing work with play , 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 . The jewel in the crown , the GREAT ROOM , is a 426 square-metre pillarless ballroom with an abundance of natural light and 4x5-metre LED wall . To celebrate the region ’ s diverse seasons and autumn
as a popular time to visit , Melbourneborn visual artist Ash Keating utilized soft pinks and violets to light up the GREAT ROOM ceiling for an enchanting experience for guests . But among all the work and play , there must be time for rest and recovery — with a little fitness on the side . W Melbourne ’ s FIT and WET on Level 14 will inspire the W ’ s ‘ Detox . Retox . Repeat ’ signature wellness philosophy , offering spectacular views alongside an ultramodern fitness facility , gold-roofed indoor pool , poolside bar and DJ booth .
With Melbourne already being one of Australia ’ s most popular business and leisure travel destinations , W Melbourne only elevates this popularity . So , when you ’ re planning your next conference , meeting , or event , remember W Melbourne and its stellar facilities and breathtaking design . S w-hotels . marriott . com
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