First InterContinental Resort opens in Australia

IHG last week assumed management the former Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove, on the Gold Coast, marking the introduction of IHG’s first InterContinental Resort in Australia.

Located just minutes to the Gold Coast theme parks, Tambourine Mountain and the Hinterland, and the famous Gold Coast beaches, the 243-room luxury resort boasts a marina, golf green, beach lagoon and gardens views.

IHG’s new management at Sanctuary Cove demonstrates a show of confidence in the future of Queensland tourism by the world’s largest hotel company, and follows recent meetings IHG has held with the Queensland government to increase its portfolio in the Sunshine State.

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort will join a network of 168 InterContinental properties globally and over 55,000 guest rooms worldwide, located in more than 60 countries. The brand continues to grow with 48 to be added globally in the next three to five years.

By Mark Elliott, 9 December 2012, Sunday 9:30 AM