‘Momentous signing’: Marriott to open Australia’s third Ritz-Carlton on the Gold Coast

Marriott Worldwide will open up its 3rd Ritz-Carlton hotel in Australia on Queensland’s Gold Coast by 2026 following achieving a offer with Australian property builders Pelligra Team and Giannarelli Group.

The Ritz-Carlton, Gold Coastline will be aspect of a $480 million new waterfront advancement at Mariner’s Cove.

Marriott Worldwide Vice President of Resort Advancement, Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific, Richard Crawford, claimed the resort will set a new standard for luxury accommodation in the spot.

“Marriott Global is recognised as the global leader in the upper upscale and luxurious segments,” he reported.

“Today’s signing with Pelligra Group and Giannarelli Team is a profound indicator of robust trader assurance, buoyed by a resurgent affluent domestic journey sector. The moment opened, the vacation resort expects to set a new benchmark for luxury on Australia’s Gold Coast with the property’s enviable waterfront spot.”

This sentiment was echoed by Giannarelli Group Chief Govt Officer, Dion Giannarelli.

“The Gold Coast has always been Australia’s most prestigious playground, and the moment concluded, The Ritz-Carlton, Gold Coastline anticipates to elevate the city’s tourism pedigree to an solely new amount of energy and quality, redefining Principal Beach front and The Spit,” he mentioned.

“With the awareness to depth and highest good quality finishes we are applying to the venture, we are self-confident The Ritz-Carlton, Gold Coastline will be a single of the world’s very best luxury resorts.”

The resort is anticipated to feature 150 guest rooms and suites – which include a 275-sqm Ritz-Carlton Suite – a signature cafe showcasing semi-opened kitchens, a cafe, and a few bars which include a Foyer Lounge, desired destination bar and poolside bar.

Leisure services will include an outside rooftop pool, conditioning centre and signature Ritz-Carlton Spa. There are also ideas for 587sqm of perform area, which include a 512sqm ballroom and 261sqm outside pre-perform room.

“We are extremely enthusiastic to embark on this journey with Marriott Global to carry The Ritz-Carlton brand to the Gold Coastline,” mentioned Pelligra Group Chairman, Ross Pelligra.

“A luxury lodge advancement like this will draw in extra tourism paying out from across the globe and gas the nearby overall economy. The Ritz-Carlton, Gold Coastline is set to be an legendary landmark not only for the Gold Coastline, but for Australia’s hospitality sector.”

Ritz-Carlton Gold Coastline joins Marriott’s present motels in the location, JW Marriott Gold Coastline Resort and Spa and Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coastline.

Marriott Worldwide Place Vice President for Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific, Sean Hunt, explained it as a “momentous” signing.

“It is a momentous signing, not only for our growing Gold Coastline portfolio but for the enlargement of the Ritz-Carlton manufacturer in Australia, initially relaunched with The Ritz-Carlton, Perth in 2019, and with The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne slated to open its doorways in early 2023,” he reported.