21 Oct 2016
Premier entertainment, hospitality and leisure company, Event Hospitality & Entertainment Ltd (Event) today announced it has secured the management rights to the Reef Resort Port Douglas in addition to its current stable of hotels across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
As of 1st November, 2016 the resort will be rebranded to Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges offering resort life with the convenience of self-catered accommodation in the form of one, two and three bedroom villas boasting 98 rooms and set amongst 15 acres of lush tropical gardens.
Each of the two-storey villas at Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges includes plenty of living space featuring stylish lounge and dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen with a separate laundry and a balcony or patio, giving guest ample privacy, room to relax, unwind and be the master of their holiday.
Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges comprises of two lagoon-style swimming pools and with barbeque facilities and a restaurant and bar.
The resort offers an idyllic location whether guest want to ride, walk or drive to Port Douglas' dining and shopping precinct of Macrossan street or stroll a short distance to the stunning and iconic Four Mile Beach.
Sun Palm Transport and Coral Reef Coaches operate a local shuttle bus service between The Reef Marina and Rainforest Habitat with scheduled stops at the Reef Resort Port Douglas - between the two companies, buses run approximately every 15 minutes between 7:00am and midnight every day of the week with tickets just $5 each way.
Guests at the Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges can also look forward to some of the standard Rydges offerings including:
- Free WI-FI for all guests - whether visiting overnight or just for a coffee.
- A new 'Rise Breakfast' concept, which takes a nod from nutritionist recommendations around a healthful breakfast being the most important meal of the day. While still buffet-style in nature, the Rise Breakfast includes freshly-squeezed juice shots, made to order smoothies & juice blends, super healthy cereals and fresh fruit as well as a great range of hot options including eggs cooked to individual preference.
- In trademark Event style, even the mini-bar has undergone a quirky designer overhaul with Rydges branded sweets, nibbles & potato crisps plus fun games & add-ons complimenting the overall offering.
“Event Hospitality & Entertainment are no strangers to Far North Queensland owning and operating four hotels across the Rydges and QT brand, as well as three cinemas under Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas,” said Norman Arundel, General Manager of Rydges Hotels & Resorts. “With The Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges joining our stable will strengthen our offering for our PGR Members and also bring new elements to the resort through our standard offerings such as complementary Wi-Fi , fun mini-bar concepts.”
Become a Priority Guest Rewards (PGR) member to start receiving great benefits and rates today at the Reef Resort Port Douglas by Rydges and all Event Hotels and Resorts - www.pgr.com.au
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Event Hospitality & Entertainment
Event Hospitality & Entertainment (EVT) is Australia's premier entertainment, hospitality and leisure company. AHL has proud and historic origins dating back to 1910 and currently operates within the following business segments:
- Entertainment – Event Cinemas (Australia, New Zealand & Fiji), Greater Union, Birch Carroll & Coyle Moonlight Cinemas, State Theatre Sydney and Cinestar (Germany)
- Hospitality and Leisure – QT Hotels & Resorts, Rydges Hotels, Atura Hotels, Art Series Hotels and Thredbo Alpine Village
- Entertainment Technology - Edge Digital & Technology
- Property and Other Investments
Event has a portfolio of diversified businesses and a history of solid financial performance. AHL has attractive add-on and growth opportunities with strong management and supportive shareholders. Event was listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in 1962 and currently has around 5,000 shareholders. AHL trades under the ASX code of EVT.
About Rydges
Rydges operates quality city, suburban and resort style hotels in key destinations across Australia and New Zealand, and London in the United Kingdom.
The group accommodates over one million guests each year across a range of market segments including corporate, conference, government, leisure, inbound and domestic groups and international travellers. Delivering exceptional service is a priority for Rydges with a genuine passion to accommodate guests and exceed their expectations.
About Priority Guest Rewards (PGR)
The Priority Guest Rewards Program is a popular hotel club which offers guests the ability to earn free room nights, 10% discount on our best flexible rates and leisure packages, food & drinks benefits, and reward points at over 45 hotels and resorts across 4 brands in key destinations across Australia, New Zealand and London, UK. As part of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), PGR members also receive benefits at over 450 hotels, palaces and resorts, in 62 countries around the world across 25 brands including, Kempinski Hotels, Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Alila Resorts and Omni Hotels & Resorts.
Here's why you should join today:
- Membership is free! – Signing up is quick, easy, and best of all, completely free
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- Rewards for overseas travellers – As part of the Global Hotel Alliance, PGR members receive benefits and rewards at 450 hotels around the world.
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- 20% off restaurants and bars – All members automatically receive 20% off food and drinks. Regular guests can save as much as 50%.
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For all media enquiries please contact:
Stephen Howard
PR Director
Event Hospitality & Entertainment
478 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
M: +61 409 840 238
