Andaz Gold Coast will become the first Andaz hotel to open in Australia, located within the AUD$2 billion integrated resort of The Star Gold Coast on Broadbeach Island.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has entered into agreements with Destination Gold Coast Consortium for an Andaz resort on the Gold Coast, marking the debut of the luxury lifestyle brand Andaz in Australia and the Pacific region.
Destination Gold Coast Consortium is a joint venture between parent company, The Star Entertainment Group, and its two partners, Far East Consortium and Chow Tai Fook Enterprises.
Andaz Gold Coast will be part of an integrated resort masterplan, The Star Gold Coast, set to open in mid-2025.
“We are thrilled to announce plans to bring the Andaz brand to Australia’s premier resort destination in collaboration with The Star Gold Coast,” said David Udell, Group President, Asia Pacific, Hyatt.
“Hyatt has had a brand presence in Australia for over 40 years, and we are excited to expand our luxury, lifestyle and leisure offerings into sought-after destinations like the Gold Coast. This resort will complement our current portfolio of 10 hotels under five distinct brands in Australia, including Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Centric and Hyatt Place,” said Udell.
The Star Gold Coast General Manager, Hotels Steven McPharlin said, “As part of The Star Gold Coast’s AU$2 billion (approximately US$1.33 billion) masterplan, we are proud to continue our investment in this dynamic city while also providing new employment opportunities alongside vibrant hospitality experiences,” he said.
Patricia O’Callaghan, CEO, Tourism and Events Queensland says the hotel will be a welcome addition to the Gold Coast.
“The Gold Coast is a world-renowned region, and it is energising for the tourism industry to be welcoming a new international hotel brand to the region,” said O’Callaghan.
“More than four million Australians visited the Gold Coast last year and we are steadily working our way to recover international arrivals to one of Australia’s best known and well-loved destinations,” she said.
Andaz has nearly 30 properties globally including hotels in Tokyo, Singapore, New York and London; and resort destinations like Bali and Maui.
About Andaz Gold Coast
Andaz Gold Coast will be situated at The Star Gold Coast, an exclusive mixed-use development on Broadbeach Island.
Occupying floors six to 21 of the 65-story second tower, the hotel will feature 202 guest rooms and suites, a fitness centre and three food and beverage outlets.
Overlooking Broadbeach, Hyatt predicts that its expansive outdoor pool deck on level six will become a “destination hotspot” with a cocktail bar, a beach club with private cabanas, and al fresco dining.
The Andaz Lounge, a signature touchpoint within Andaz hotels, will offer a relaxed and inviting all-day space for guests to enjoy drinks and snacks.
The architecture by Australian design firm DBI Architects will be matched with contemporary interiors by award-winning Australian design firm Hachem.
The bespoke hotel design will be inspired by the narrative ‘Chase the Sun’, drawing on the transformation of sunlight as each day unfolds on the Gold Coast.
In other recent news for Hyatt, the company has formed an alliance with Under Canvas in the US that run a collection of luxury outdoor retreats, reflecting a wider trend by large hotel groups to expand into boutique, outdoor and glamping options.
Meanwhile, Park Hyatt London is set to open in November 2024.
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