Accor to revive classic NSW resort
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The famous Fairmont Resort in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales is to be revived following the purchase of the iconic property by new owners and a new management agreement to join Accor’s MGallery Collection of hotels.
Fairmont Resort was launched in 1988 and was the first major upscale hotel in the Blue Mountains. For almost two decades the resort was a favourite destination for holidays, weddings and conferences. Overlooking the Jamison Valley, the Fairmont attracted guests from all over the world seeking luxury accommodation in the World Heritage location.
Now the hotel will undertake a major renovation programme, with a particular family focus that will see the launch of a new kids club, a new indoors merry-go-round, a full activities programme including film nights, and enhanced recreational facilities.
For couples there will be upgraded spa facilities, the introduction of a new bar and other dining options, and upgraded suites.
Renovation work has already started and will continue throughout the year, without interruption to guests thanks to the resort’s vast layout and design, which means renovations can be isolated in each wing. As a sign of things to come, a new-look outdoor swimming pool has already been unveiled, and work is underway on new decking in front of the restaurants to make the most of the panoramic views. The resort’s gardens will also be returned to their best.
Access to the Blue Mountains is also being upgraded with the roadworks on the Great Western Highway scheduled to be completed by next year. Even now the Fairmont Resort is just 90 minutes from the Sydney CBD, making it sccessible for the MICE and short break markets.
Featuring 210 deluxe rooms in 10 hectares of grounds, the property has three lakes and walking tracks, and boasts views over the Jamison Valley and adjoining Leura Golf Course. It offers an extensive array of leisure facilities including two restaurants, a lounge bar, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and squash courts, table tennis, gymnasium, indoor theatre and spa treatment facilities. The resort’s famous paddle boats will be reintroduced and a carousel added to make it even more family-friendly and the gardens are being returned to their best.
MGallery will also focus food and wine and itshe restaurants will showcase regional produce, celebrating locally grown fruit, vegetables and herbs, as well as Blue Mountains chocolates, jams and preserves in its signature breakfasts, high teas, lunches and dinners.
The 18-hole Leura Golf Course is located adjacent to the resort and offers some of the best golf in the Blue Mountains. The Fairmont Resort is also a great base to explore the local attractions including Leura Village, Wentworth Falls, the Three Sisters, Zig Zag railway and much more.
Guests have one of Australia’s most dramatic natural wonders at their doorstep, with rainforests, canyons, hidden caves and endless bushland to explore. From bushwalking and mountain biking to canyoning and abseiling the area is perfect for nature lovers.
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