Marriott Opens First AC Hotel in Australia

(16 May 2022, 09:09 +07)  Marriott has expanded its portfolio of AC Hotels to Australia with the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank.

Located in one of Melbourne's premier events, arts and entertainment precincts, the new hotel features 205 guest rooms and suites, signature dining, and an infinity-edge pool and cocktail bar with sweeping views of the city skyline.

“We are thrilled to celebrate the arrival of the AC Hotels brand in Australia with the opening of AC Melbourne Southbank,” said Jeff Tomczek, Vice President and Global Brand Leader of AC Hotels. “Melbourne is the cultural and design capital of Australia, allowing for a seamless fit with AC Hotels, known for its purposeful design and obsession with detail. With Australia’s border reopening, we look forward to welcoming travellers with a distinctive experience that has been edited to offer only the best of what guests truly need.”

Deluxe Room at AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank

Nestled in the prestigious inner-city enclave of Melbourne’s Southbank, with the Central Business District and South Wharf precinct – Australia's largest urban renewal project – on its doorstep, the hotel enjoys close proximity to public transport, South Melbourne Market, Melbourne Convention Centre, the Arts precinct, and other first-class amenities.

AC Melbourne Southbank features a range of F&B outlets and collaborative spaces including the brand’s signature AC Lounge, a modern co-working space for creative gatherings by day and social hub offering European-style tapas by night.

The hotel offers a range of leisure facilities, including an outdoor, infinity-edge swimming pool spanning the width of the building, a 24-hour fitness centre, and meeting and event space designed to host groups of varying sizes.

“I am truly delighted to open the first AC Hotel in Australia,” said Harry Singh, General Manager of AC by Marriott Melbourne Southbank. “Working in collaboration with DKO, we have brought to life the core elements of the AC design philosophy – every detail of the experience is meticulously over-thought to create a seamless stay, right in the heart of the city known as the design capital of Australia.”

Owned by Capital Alliance, the hotel marks Marriott’s ninth property in Melbourne and the third new hotel to open in the Victorian capital over the last 12 months. The hotel was designed by DKO Architecture.