TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements
1 Hotel Melbourne, Australia
1 Hotel Melbourne, located in the North Wharf precinct along 220 metres of the Yarra River, blends sustainable design with heritage elements like the historic Goods Shed No. 5 and over 7,000 integrated plants.
The hotel has 277 guestrooms, including 36 suites, plus 114 branded residences with private services such as in-residence dining and spa treatments.
Facilities include multiple dining options, a spa, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and gym. Event spaces cover over 1,000m², including the riverside Seafarers Event Space for up to 900 guests, all designed with reclaimed materials and zero-waste planning. The hotel is next to Seafarers Rest Park and offers complimentary electric vehicle experiences for city exploration.
Panglao Vista Suites, the Philippines
The newly opened Panglao Vista Suites on Bohol’s popular Panglao Island offers 125 superior rooms and 99 deluxe rooms, with views of the ocean and mountains.
Managed by SMS Hospitality, the property features a 150m² function hall, outdoor pool, fitness centre, restaurant, banquet hall, and pool bar. It is located seven minutes by car or shuttle from Panglao International Airport and within 15 minutes of nearby beaches and tourist sites.
Yotel Tokyo Ginza, Japan
Yotel has opened its first property in Japan, located in the Ginza district of Tokyo. The hotel features Yotel’s signature space-saving design and technology-led amenities, including the adjustable SmartBed, mood lighting, and efficient storage solutions across its guestrooms.
Public spaces include the Komyuniti bar and restaurant on the first floor, offering food and drinks inspired by Yotel locations around the world.
The hotel also offers in-room wellness experiences and collaborations with lifestyle brands.
Mondrian Gold Coast, Australia
Mondrian Gold Coast in Burleigh Heads is the brand’s first hotel in Australia. The beachfront property offers 208 rooms, including studios, suites, two- and three-bedroom homes, private beach houses with plunge pools, and the top-floor Sky House with ocean views.
Dining options include an Italian-inspired all-day restaurant, and a poolside venue focused on seasonal, local produce. Facilities comprise a gym, spa, 24-metre resort-style pool, and magnesium plunge pools.
The hotel also features 20 event spaces, including a ballroom, private residences, and the high-rise VeeRoom. It will host regular cultural programming, including artist collaborations, live performances, and community-focused events.
