Top Hotel And Accommodation Companies in Australia

The Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is a significant contributor to the country's economy. According to the latest available statistics, the industry generated approximately AUD 23.4 billion in revenue in 2022 and employed over 242,000 people. In this article, we will explore the factors contributing to the industry's growth and success, including government initiatives, key trends, challenges, and the future outlook.

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ICON877 +61 1300 935 007
info.nsw@icon.co

Celebrating 160 years of success, Icon is a fully diversified builder delivering high quality buildings across Australia and New Zealand. Together, we are a team who stands for what we build. And a business that stands the test of time. The Icon business has expanded through a blend of strong organic growth, strategic mergers, acquisitions and investments. In 2015, Icon became part of Kajima Corporation, an $11 billion Japanese powerhouse with 17,000 employees across 20 countries, which gave it the financial strength that sets it apart in a competitive market. Now, the Icon Group comprises Icon Developments; Barpa, a proud and dynamic Australian indigenous construction company; Minicon, a construction company specialising in smaller and bespoke delivery of residential, commercial and institutional projects. Backed by our parent company, our financial and technical strength, depth of sector experience and capacity to deliver projects at various scales has propelled our business …

QUEST APARTMENT HOTELS551 +61 1800 334 033
privacy@questapartments.com.au

Making corporate stay effortless at more than 160 locations across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Fiji. For 35 years, Quest has provided convenient locations, reliable standards and flexible living conditions for extended stay corporate travellers among Australia’s top 500 companies. Quest is now one of the top 15 apartment hotel providers in the world and is widely recognised as the market leader of apartment hotel accommodation in Australia.

VICINITY CENTRES1,244 +61 3 7001 4000
feedback@vicinity.com.au

From Chadstone to Karratha, and Chatswood to Elizabeth, Vicinity’s 60+ destinations span the breadth of our great sunburnt country, enriching community experiences at every touchpoint. Our destinations serve as important hubs for our communities, whether it’s in housing essential grocery stores or pharmacies, offering Australia’s largest collection of luxury retail brands, or providing a spot to share a bite with family and friends with places to dine offering cuisine from every corner of the planet. We are at the forefront of our industry, challenging ourselves to create the future of Australian living. Our destinations are evolving, delivering on a mixed-use strategy to offer new experiences to maintain their market-leading positions. We’re on an exciting journey to build mini-cities, adding residential and hotel living, commercial office space and leisure activities to our leading retail and dining options. We manage over 2.5-million square metres of leasable space and with such…

PROBUILD CONSTRUCTIONS261 +61 1300 019 692
info@au.roberts.co

In April 2022, Roberts Co were thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of six Victorian projects under construction that have been the subject of the external administration of Probuild Constructions. Roberts Co is a 100% Australian owned, boutique tier-one construction company with offices in Sydney and Melbourne. Our purpose is to build a better way and our vision is to be the catalyst for positive change in the Australian construction industry. Roberts Co is owned by Australian entrepreneur Andrew Roberts. Led by Chief Executive Officer, Alison Mirams and Managing Director (Victoria), Luke Stambolis, Roberts Co delivers unsurpassed local knowledge, a highly experienced team and a commitment to innovation. Follow Roberts Co at www.linkedin.com/company/roberts-co

STAMFORD HOTELS AND RESORTS278 +61 8 8461 1111
cho@stamford.com.au

As Australasia’s leading owner and operator of landmark luxury hotels, Stamford Hotels and Resorts has a proud history of providing excellence in service and products. We are always on the look out for experienced Hospitality stars & managers; from F&B, Operations Managers, Executive Assistant Managers through to General Managers. If you have the experience and skill sets necessary that could benefit our guests, we are always willing to hear from prospective candidates & applicants. See our current vacancies http://www.stamford.com.au/careers Or send your CV to hr@stamford.com.au with the location and role you are seeking. Please note we will ONLY be contacting candidates who are successful for an interview. **** Stamford Hotels and Resorts operates seven premium properties with nearly 2500 rooms, 2200 employees, and residential assets. The Stamford brand is positioned in the 4.5 and 5 star market segments with a unique portfolio of landmark premium and luxury hotels with near…

DKO ARCHITECTURE209 +61 2 8346 4500
info@dko.com.au

DKO was founded in 2000. Its founding partners Koos de Keijzer and Zvonko Orsanic were keen to independently implement their own vision: the creation of ingenious spaces that are appreciated by the eyes, mind and soul alike. Within a decade the practice - with Koos de Keijzer as Principal - has grown from its humble beginnings to a design powerhouse in the Asia-Pacific region. DKO is a multidisciplinary team of 190 professionals working across six offices in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Such rapid expansion has meant constant adaptation to the changing needs of the market however the underlying principles that propel DKO have remained consistent since day one. At DKO we approach all projects with our heads firmly on our shoulders. We utilise logic to interpret our canvas into unique and effective designs. We aim to be as culturally aware and people savvy as possible to understand and appreciate the different ways they tick. We open our minds to the creative possibiliti…

EMPORIUM HOTELS145 +61 7 3556 3333
info@emporiumhotels.com.au

The iconic Emporium Hotel is Australias most awarded boutique luxury hotel brand. It was the very first of its kind in Brisbane, not only setting a new benchmark in luxury accommodation but, as part of the Emporium mixed-use precinct, was the major catalyst for the urban renewal and revival of Fortitude Valley and surrounds. The Hotel has gained an enviable reputation nationally and internationally and was most recently named Australias Leading Boutique Hotel at the World Travel Awards for the fourth consecutive year (2018, 2017, 2016, 2015). Emporium was the sole vision of two dedicated property and design-driven Queenslanders, Anthony and Francine John of the Anthony John Group. Together they have conceived, designed, created and delivered a hotel without equal in Queensland. The design architecture of the hotel was driven by owner, Francine John who created the overall concept, inspired by the frangipani flower. The majority of the design features were sourced locally by Queens…

BLUE MOUNTAINS INTERNATIONAL HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL210 +61 1300 575 803
media.enquiries@torrens.edu.au

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS) at Torrens University Australia is the Number 1 Hotel Management School in Australia and Asia-Pacific. (Kantar 2020). Students can study undergraduate Bachelor of Business degree courses in International Hotel and Resort Management, as well as postgraduate Master degree in International Hotel Management and an MBA in International Hotel Leadership. Blue Mountains courses combine business management theory with practical learning to provide a holistic approach to education, which ensures our students have the skills and knowledge that is highly desired by the hospitality industry. Courses are tailored to industry requirements and provide hands-on industry placement experience that prepares students for their first professional role upon graduation. BMIHMS has campuses in Leura, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide and is renown in the hospitality sector for providing respected internationally recognised qualifications that are …

OZHARVEST245 +61 1300 363 992
info@ozharvest.org

OzHarvest is the first perishable food rescue organisation in Australia that collects quality excess food from more than 2,000 commercial outlets and delivers it, direct and free of charge, to more than 900 charities across the country. We provide much needed assistance to vulnerable men, women and children across Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Newcastle and Perth as well as regional areas through our OzHarvest Food App. OzHarvest is the only food rescue organisation in Australia collecting surplus food from all types of food providers including fruit and vegetable markets, supermarkets, hotels, wholesalers, farmers, stadiums, corporate events, catering companies, shopping centres, delis, cafes, restaurants, film and TV shoots and boardrooms. OzHarvest was founded in November 2004 by Ronni Kahn, who was named Australia’s Local Hero of the Year in 2010 and appointed as an Officer (AO) of the Order of Australia (General Division) in the 2019 Australia Day…

D&E AIR CONDITIONING201 +61 3 5229 2200
service@de-air.com.au

Established in Melbourne in 1989, D&E Air Conditioning has grown to become a market and knowledge leader in the delivery of sustainable climate solutions. We have a track record of delivering innovative, practical and workable solutions for some of the most challenging landmark projects. We pride ourselves on providing friendly service and true value to our clients. With high standards of engineering, drafting and project management, D&E has the in-house expertise to deliver on the most challenging and complex projects. D&Es ability to tailor air conditioning solutions to suit any requirement is a key benefit for clients and what differentiates us in the market. Our track record of efficient project coordination, leading to successful execution and completion, is why customers trust D&E to get the job done.

FEDERAL GROUP622 +61 3 6225 7150
whistleblower@federalgroup.com.au

Federal Group is a privately owned family company which operates significant tourism, hospitality, retail, casino and gaming assets in Tasmania, and a national sensitive freight company. We are the oldest continually operating hotel group in Australia. At Federal Group we recognise that the scope and scale of our company means that we touch many lives. As a family business, this is not something that we ever take lightly. We are Tasmania’s largest private sector employer with employees located right across the entire state. Including our national sensitive freight company, we employ roughly 2,300 people. Our vision for the future is to be Australia’s most respected service business through an unwavering commitment to our principles. We believe that earning the respect of our employees, our customers, our industry partners and our communities will ultimately ensure the long-term success of our company.

ADELAIDE OVAL466 +61 8 8211 1100
enquiries@adelaideoval.com.au

An iconic destination featuring world-class events – footy, cricket, concerts and more. Regarded as one of the most picturesque sporting grounds in the world, Adelaide Oval has Australia’s first stadium hotel, RoofClimb adventures, historic stadium tours and an exceptional hospitality offering. Adelaide Oval offers a unique blend of new and old, carefully integrating the latest in stadium design with famous features such as the heritage scoreboard, century-old Moreton Bay Fig trees, the grassed northern mound and more. These elements form an embedded museum, with integrated points of interest and historical features bringing the whole stadium to life. Visitors can experience the Oval in a myriad of ways – by going behind the scenes on an Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour, embarking on a sky high RoofClimb adventure to soak up spectacular views of the city and surrounds, spending a night in the luxurious Oval Hotel whilst you enjoy the tranquillity of the surrounding parklands or sampling t…

LAUNDY HOTELS144 +61 2 4933 7389
northlakes@laundy.com.au

The Laundy family, beginning with Arthur Snr, have been in the hospitality industry since 1945. Now, with Arthur Jnr leading the company, Laundy is one of the biggest names in the NSW hospitality industry. Laundy Hotels is now the head of multiple venues in the Greater Sydney Region, Central Coast, South Coast and country NSW. These hotels vary greatly in size, service offering and customers but all with the same Laundy focus of good service and providing friendly, social environments.

GROWTHBUILT151 +61 2 9212 7811
media@growthbuilt.com.au

Growthbuilt has earned a reputation as one of Australias leading tier 2 construction companies, providing quality, innovation and expertise across projects in Commercial, Mixed Use, Residential, Aged Care, Seniors Living, Affordable Housing, Hotels, Hospitality, Retail, Education, Government, Council, Industrial, Remediation, Defence and Health sectors for over 17 years. Key to our success is our strong track record of creating value-engineered designs, review of construction methodology, and risk assessment from conception through to design and delivery, leading to our reputation of success and completion of landmark developments and repeat work from clients, building meaningful and lasting partnerships. We strongly believe in the long term growth and development of our people, and employee retention has always been a pillar of our success. Our culture is based on inclusiveness and collaboration – our working environment on excellence, intelligence and integrity. We are constantly…

SPL182 +61 1300 038 222
info@splservices.com.au

SPL is a leading commercial linen and laundry supplier to the Australian market, providing the highest quality commercial laundry/dry-cleaning, supply chain and logistics solutions to major hotels, healthcare and hospitality organisations nationally. SPL has invested in brand-new plants throughout Australia. With our HQ 25,000+ square meter facility in Melbourne fitted with industry leading machinery, process and personnel, plus our state-of-the-art 10,000+ square meter facility in Sydney along with our new plants now in operation in Adelaide SA, 5,000+ square meters, and Perth WA, 5,000+ square meters, all in addition to our existing plants in Brisbane, Mackay and Cairns in QLD and other major regional areas throughout Australia all using the highest-grade laundry processing technology and world class innovation.

BAYVIEW INTERNATIONAL HOTELS & RESORTS90 +61 2 9383 7222
enquiry@bayviewhotels.com

Bayview International Hotels & Resorts is a wholly owned subsidiary of Oriental Holdings Berhad, managing a portfolio of 11 city and resort hotels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore. Founded in 1993, it remains a family-run business with an emphasis on exceptional service, comfortable accommodation for every guest, high-quality amenities and dining options, friendly and attentive staff and excellent value for money.

SAVILLS AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND515 +61 2 8215 8888
legal@savills.com.au

Trusted since 1855, Savills is a leading global real estate service provider. When you deal with Savills you tap into the expertise of 40,000+ professionals delivering world best-practice property solutions, across more than 700 owned and associate offices. At Savills we advise corporate, institutional and private clients, seeking to acquire, lease, develop or realise the value of prime residential and commercial property across the world’s key markets. Meeting and working with our people is one of the main ways to understand what makes us different – but the below facts give you a flavour for what we do and how what we do it. - We dont strive to be the biggest, but we do aim to be the best - We collaborate closely to ensure you get the results that come from the best of global connections and local knowledge - Globally, we employ more than 40,000 people in 70 countries; while in the Asia Pacific Region, Savills has over 70 offices - We are proud to be a part of Property Male Cham…

CLLIX APARTMENTS AND HOTELS94 +61 475 607 090
reservations@cllix.com

CLLIX Apartments and Hotels Live Your Best Life with the CLLIX of a button! A major player in the ApartHotel sector, CLLIX Apartments & Hotels currently comprises over 20 properties and 2,500 apartments across Australia, including sought-after city locations like Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide, and coveted coastal regions such as the Gold and Sunshine Coast.

INAC HOSPITALITY108 +61 1300 934 910
qld@ineedachef.com.au

A premier hospitality agency with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast INAC offer temporary and permanent recruitment for both front and back of house operations. With our head office centrally located at Docklands in Melbourne’s CBD, INAC are a privately owned, specialty hospitality service provider that can be described as focused, friendly and above all professional. The company is big enough to cater to the urgent demands of its biggest clients yet remains boutique enough to be able to manage all the accounts directly. Aimed at providing the best hospitality professionals for hat restaurants,boutique caterers, busy conference and event centres, five-star hotels and exclusive club dining establishments, INAC prides itself on attention to clients’ needs and the ability to quickly adapt to change. As well as being versed in the needs of our clients INAC are equally dedicated to the welfare and happiness of our employees. Before being placed INAC conduct stringen…

WEBJET LIMITED77 +61 3 9828 9754
shelley.beasley@webjetlimited.com

Webjet Limited, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB), is a global travel business that enables travel the world over through our market leading travel brands supported by our travel technology businesses. Our digital travel brands, spanning both wholesale and retail markets, include; WebBeds - a global marketplace for the travel trade, providing powerful distribution solutions that make selling and buying travel products easier, Webjet - the market leading Online Travel Agency in Australia and New Zealand, and GoSee - a global motorhome and car rental ecommerce site. Our travel business are supported by smart technology we build and invest in that differentiates our offerings and make booking and transacting travel better, including; Trip Ninja - providing complex travel itinerary automation technology to digital travel businesses globally and investments in ROOMDEX and LockTrip. Find out more about Webjet Limited at: www.webjetlimited.com

Top Hotel And Accommodation Companies in Australia

Factors contributing to growth and success

Government Initiatives

The Australian government has implemented several initiatives to support the Hotel/Accommodation industry's growth and success. One of the significant initiatives is the Tourism 2020 plan, which aims to increase the number of international visitors to Australia to 10 million by 2020. The plan focuses on improving the visitor experience by investing in infrastructure, promoting tourism, and developing new products and services.

Another key government initiative is the JobMaker program, which provides financial incentives to businesses that hire young people between the ages of 16 and 35. This program has helped businesses in the Hotel/Accommodation industry to address the shortage of skilled labor and attract young talent.

Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years

The Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia has experienced steady growth over the years. According to industry reports, the industry's revenue has increased by an average of 2.9% annually over the past five years. The industry's growth can be attributed to several factors, including increased international tourism, domestic travel, and the growth of online booking platforms.

Key Trends

The Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is experiencing several key trends that are shaping its growth and success. One of the trends is the increasing use of technology to improve the customer experience. Many businesses in the industry are investing in mobile applications, online booking platforms, and other digital technologies to provide customers with a seamless booking and check-in experience.

Another key trend in the industry is the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly hotels. Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious, and as such, they are seeking hotels that are eco-friendly and sustainable. Many businesses in the industry are responding to this trend by investing in sustainability initiatives, such as reducing their carbon footprint, using renewable energy, and minimizing waste.

Challenges

The Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia also faces several challenges that businesses need to address to remain competitive. One of the significant challenges is the rising competition from alternative accommodation providers such as Airbnb. Many travelers are choosing to stay in private homes and apartments rather than hotels, which is putting pressure on the Hotel/Accommodation industry to innovate and provide unique experiences.

Another challenge is the shortage of skilled labor in the industry. Many businesses are struggling to find qualified workers, which can impact the quality of service provided to customers. Businesses in the industry need to invest in training and development programs to address this challenge.

Future Outlook

The future outlook for the Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is promising. The industry is expected to continue growing, driven by several factors, including population growth, increasing disposable income, and growing international and domestic tourism. However, businesses in the industry need to respond to the challenges and trends by investing in innovation, and sustainability, and providing unique experiences to customers. The industry is also expected to experience technological disruptions, which can lead to the development of new products and services, improved efficiency and productivity, and the creation of new business models.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is a vital contributor to the country's economy. Businesses in the industry need to respond to the challenges and trends to remain competitive and contribute to the industry's growth and success. By investing in innovation and sustainability and providing unique experiences to customers, the Hotel/Accommodation industry can continue to thrive in the future.

Furthermore, the Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is also expected to face challenges in the form of changing consumer preferences and behaviors. For instance, consumers are increasingly seeking personalized and unique experiences rather than standardized hotel stays. This trend is driving the demand for boutique hotels, home-sharing platforms, and other alternative accommodation options.

Another challenge is the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry. The pandemic has had a significant impact on the Hotel/Accommodation industry, with many businesses experiencing a decline in revenue and occupancy rates. The industry has had to adapt to new health and safety regulations, including social distancing measures, increased cleaning and sanitation protocols, and mandatory vaccination requirements.

To address these challenges, businesses in the Hotel/Accommodation industry need to adopt new strategies and business models. For instance, businesses can explore opportunities in the short-term rental market, invest in sustainability initiatives, and focus on providing unique experiences to customers.

Overall, the Hotel/Accommodation industry in Australia is a dynamic and evolving industry that faces both challenges and opportunities. Businesses that can adapt to changing trends and consumer preferences are likely to succeed in the long run. By investing in innovation and sustainability and providing personalized experiences to customers, the industry can continue to grow and contribute to the country's economy.

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By Melissa Goh
Published on 10 May 2023