14 May 2026
Tags: #thirdpartymanagement, #connecthospitality
EVT's Connect Hospitality today announced the management agreement signing for Sage James Street Brisbane, further strengthening its position as a leading third-party management operator in Australia and New Zealand.
The agreement expands Connect Hospitality's footprint across key markets, with the hotel located in the heart of Brisbane's iconic James Street precinct, one of the city's premium lifestyle and retail destinations.
Set over four levels, the 93-room contemporary designed hotel was built around the historic, heritage-listed Queens Arms Hotel and offers breathtaking city views.
Welcoming guests to the doorstep of Brisbane's vibrant cultural hub, Sage James Street Brisbane embraces its surroundings with street art adjourned walls, split aged and recycled sand stock brick and stunning lighting design along with state-of-the-art amenities.
Guests enjoy proximity to designer boutiques, bars, and award-winning restaurants, making it a prime destination for leisure and business travellers.
EVT Director of Commercial and Connect Hospitality, Mat Duff, said the agreement reflects the continued momentum in Connect Hospitality's asset light growth strategy.
“We welcome Sage James Street Brisbane to our portfolio. Securing the management agreement reinforces our focus on expanding Connect Hospitality across key markets, and we look forward to working with the owners to maximise the hotel's performance.”
Connect Hospitality continues to deliver in-depth, flexible, accessible service solutions with proven operational expertise. Owners can franchise a third-party hotel brand while benefiting from Connect Hospitality's local insight, talent development, operational support and market leading revenue strategies to maximise performance and long-term success.
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