08 Sep 2014
Amalgamated Holding Limited (AHL) has again shone at the 2014 HM Awards walking away with 4 awards across its newest brands QT Hotels & Resorts and Atura Hotels.
In a true reflection of what the QT Hotels & Resorts stands for – Art, Design, Fashion, Food & Drink and Music/Entertainment – HM Magazine recognized the brand in the following area:
- Hotel Interior Design (QT Canberra)
- Boutique Hotel (QT Sydney)
- Tech Hotel (QT Sydney)
- Hotel Brand (QT Hotels & Resorts) – Highly Commended
Each QT property adopts a unique personality and positioning. Their design, features and facilities is a reflection of each town or city, ensuring integrated, locally-focused service and ambience.
Atura Hotels were also recognized through fostering staff and also in making an impact in the Midscale hotel market receiving the following awards:
- Rising Star (Michelle Paul, Atura Blacktown).
- Midscale Property (Atura Blacktown) – Highly Commended
Atura Hotels are the place where modern business and leisure travellers go to escape the tired and embrace a new experience. This fresh take on travel is high on connectivity with dynamic public spaces that are as easy to unwind in as your own lounge room.
AHL also received a number of Highly Commended accolades across the group including:
- Midscale Property (Atura Blacktown)
- New Property (QT Canberra)
- Best Bar (Stingray Lounge, QT Gold Coast)
- Concierge (David Graeff, Rydges Sydney Central)
- Australian General Manager (John McIlwain, Rydges World Square, Sydney)
'It is great to see the recognition AHL has received by HM Magazine and the hotel industry across all our brands and outlets, in particular our new brands, QT Hotels & Resorts and Atura Hotels,' said David Seargeant, Group Managing Director AHL, adding 'with a strong focus on guest service within our Rydges branded hotels it was great to see that several of our key staff were also recognised.'
All AHL Hotel brands are part of the Priority Guest Rewards Program (PGR) which offers members the best available rates online coupled with the ability to earn reward points.
About Amalgamated Holdings Limited (AHL)
Amalgamated Holdings Limited (AHL) 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 Cinema(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
AHL 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. AHL was listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in 1962 and currently has around 5,000 shareholders. AHL trades under the ASX code of AHD.
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
- Our lowest prices guaranteed - Get at least 10% off the lowest rate available anywhere else. You won't find a cheaper rate on any other website.
- Rewards for overseas travellers – As part of the Global Hotel Alliance, PGR members receive benefits and rewards at 450 hotels around the world.
You Want More?
- 20% off restaurants and bars – All members automatically receive 20% off food and drinks. Regular guests can save as much as 50%.
- Exclusive special offers – Members receive exclusive access to flash sales with savings of up to 70%.
- More free stuff – Every online booking earns points towards free nights, rewards, and extras for your next stay.
For more information on PGR: www.pgr.com.au or click here to watch a PGR video
For all media enquiries please contact:
Stephen Howard
Group PR & Promotions Manager
Amalgamated Holdings Limited
49 Market Street Sydney NSW 2000
Ph: +61 2 8262 0000 | M: +61 409 840 238
