Airport Improvement Group (ADG) has unveiled a AU$41 million redevelopment of Darwin Airport Resorts, Australia’s first airport resort.
The challenge sees the mixing of the three resorts – Novotel, Mercure and Ibis – round a centralised space that features a 65-metre lagoon model pool, consolidated reception and lounge space and the alfresco Splash Café.
Eight new villas and 5 new govt suites have been added, current rooms have been refurbished and a Californian ‘boho’ model poolside restaurant has opened.
The resort, managed by Accor, now options intensive Indigenous paintings and theming, together with an Indigenous Coaching Academy, to replicate the property’s connection to Larrakia Nation.
“We’ve loved one of many strongest peak seasons in a few years, and with additional enlargement of direct air companies to Darwin Airport, ADG believes there’s vital potential to reinforce each our lodging and hospitality choices,” stated Darwin Airport Resorts Basic Supervisor, Raymond Bragg.
“The creation of an airport ‘resort’ has not solely captured the creativeness of tourists, but additionally locals who’re utilising the eating places and leisure services due to the resort-style atmosphere and comfort of our location.
“The brand new lodging launched is a part of a extra intensive refurbishment challenge that can see all current rooms refreshed and upgraded, together with new services for the convention and occasions market, which has grown strongly previously 12 months.
“Our new restaurant will launch this week, and we’re very excited concerning the product. With an excellent chef, an adventurous menu, and heat tropical atmosphere, we can supply one thing recent and vibrant that each displays Darwin’s life-style and differentiates ourselves from different eating places. It is going to be an thrilling addition to Darwin’s eating scene.
“Our aim is to supply a world-class lodging expertise with out having to go away the airport!”
The brand new Fast Creek Villas – three 2-bedroom and 5 1-bedroom villas – are as much as 49sqm in dimension, with king dimension beds, lounge space, kitchen services, a big, coated deck overlooking tropical bushland and personal parking.
The Govt Suites supply 55sqm of house with king sized mattress, a big lounge and entertaining space, 55″ Chromecast TV, double glazing, and both views of the lagoon pool or the airport.
The Poolhouse Bar and Kitchen is led by French-born Head Chef, Laurence Lochouarn, who brings worldwide expertise, together with in Michelin star eating places and most lately as Head Chef of Darwin’s Char Restaurant.
Diners can count on native seafood with Californian twists, native Darwin beers, tropical-inspired cocktails and a wine listing designed to enrich the local weather.
Graduates and trainees from ADG’s Indigenous Coaching Academy will work in back and front of home roles within the Poolhouse Bar and Kitchen.
“Darwin Airport Resorts – dwelling to our Novotel, Mercure and ibis manufacturers – is remodeling the way in which folks expertise the Prime Finish,” stated Accor’s Chief Working Officer within the Pacific area, Adrian Williams.
“These three resorts aren’t simply locations to remain, they’re launch pads for journey, tradition and unforgettable experiences. It’s about giving travellers a purpose to fall in love with Darwin and discover every part the Northern Territory has to supply.
“These new and enhanced choices will appeal to extra guests to this unbelievable a part of the world, connecting them to its pure magnificence and wealthy tradition. This funding isn’t nearly rooms and eating places, it’s about creating moments that encourage journeys, spark discoveries, and assist Darwin shine as a world-class vacation spot.”
