Marriott International is pleased to announce the signing of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Ringwood, a 200-room new build hotel that will be developed by Melbourne-based Sunstone Projects. Slated to open in 2024, it marks the second signed AC Hotels by Marriott hotel in Australia, following the signing of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Southbank in 2018.

“We are thrilled to be Sunstone Projects' partner of choice for their first hotel development, under our distinctive AC Hotels by Marriott brand,” said Richard Crawford, Senior Director of Hotel Development, Australia, New Zealand and Pacific, Marriott International. “The AC Hotels by Marriott brand is renowned globally for its refined approach to design and its European-inspired touches, and we know it will be an exciting addition to the East End development and Ringwood area.”

AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Ringwood will offer 200 well-appointed guest rooms, including five suites, each embodying a purposeful, simplistic and elegant design. Three state of the art meeting venues spanning a total of 354 square metres will cater for events of all types. Also on offer will be a casual all-day-dining restaurant offering a menu with European and Spanish flair, paying homage to the AC Hotels by Marriott brand's Spanish roots. Adjoining the restaurant will be a bar offering food and drinks throughout the day and an inviting venue to unwind in the evening. A grab-and-go store will provide guests with refreshments at all hours, while an indoor heated pool and gym will be available for guests looking to maintain their routines while travelling.

“AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Ringwood exemplifies a new wave of expansion for Marriott International in Australia, outside of the well-established CBD centres and into emerging metropolitan destinations, such as Ringwood,” said Sean Hunt, Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, Marriott International. “In Australia, we've seen a rise in domestic travel and travel to destinations outside the main cities, which is driving demand for quality accommodation in more regional or suburban areas. Victoria is no exception, and we're excited to introduce this tailored hotel experience to Ringwood.”

Upon opening, AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Ringwood will be a central component to East End, a new, architecturally designed residential, work and lifestyle precinct positioned east of Melbourne's CBD, at the gateway to regional Victoria's striking Dandenong Mountains and celebrated Yarra Valley wineries. The hotel will bring a sophisticated and modern accommodation offering to East End, which will also feature multiple dining venues, shopping and entertainment, as well as residential apartments and co-working spaces.  

For more information, visit achotels.marriott.com.

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About AC Hotels by Marriott

AC Hotels by Marriott®, a lifestyle brand that celebrates a new way to hotel complemented by a European soul and Spanish roots, boasts nearly 150 design-led hotels in 19 countries and territories. Design-driven AC Hotels by Marriott® edit away the unnecessary to remove friction, providing thoughtfully designed moments of beauty, allowing guests to focus on what's important to them. The properties modern design for modern business include buzzing AC Lounges, the perfect place for locals or visitors to get work done in style or to enjoy handcrafted cocktails and tapas.  High-design guest rooms and public spaces with sleek furnishings and intuitive technology features such as the Media Salons and AC Libraries inspire and connect. For more information, visit ac-hotels.com. For more information, visit http://achotels.marriott.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. AC Hotels by Marriott® is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the new name of Marriott's travel program replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz- Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG). The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including earning points toward free hotel stays and nights toward Elite status recognition. To enrol for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

About East End (Owner)

East End is a vibrant new residential, work and lifestyle destination, located in Melbourne's rapidly transforming suburb of Ringwood. This architecturally-designed precinct brings together spaces for both private and public enjoyment, with unrivalled retail, work space and residential amenity right next to contemporary and stylish apartments. The spacious, extensively landscaped plaza is the perfect venue to grab a bite from one of the precinct's dining options or indulge in shopping or entertainment at one of the retail stores, making East End the ideal new community hub for Ringwood. Residents or visitors looking for more are only a short 3 minute drive to the popular Eastland Shopping Centre, providing easy access to world-class brands. East End's thriving location also provides easy connectivity to Melbourne CBD, the beautiful Dandenong mountains and wineries in the famous Yarra Valley, all through the Eastlink and M3 tollways. Closer to the precinct are well-known schools, hospitals and leisure facilities, connected by tram and railway transport options and bringing extensive choice to residents' doorsteps.