Have a say on airport hotel plan

THE on-site hotel planned for the Gold Coast Airport precinct has moved a step closer this week with the release of the Preliminary Draft Major Development Plan and the beginning of public consultation.

The draft plan maps out the proposed construction of a $50 million Rydges branded hotel, with up to 200 rooms, meeting/conference facilities, a roof top bar, resort-style swimming pool and a restaurant.

GCA chief operating officer Marion Charlton said she was excited about the major project, which would enhance the appeal of the airport as a destination.

“We wanted to develop an iconic hotel that improved convenience and amenity for passengers and visitors to the local region,” she said.

Public consultation begins tomorrow and closes May 4 at 5pm.

The PDMDP will be available for download free of charge as of tomorrow, from goldcoastairport.com.au.

Work is expected to begin on the hotel development before the end of the year.