Rydges adds two regional hotels

EVENT Hospitality and Entertainment today announced the expansion of its hotel network, with the addition of two Powerhouse Hotels in Tamworth and Armidale in northern NSW.

Both properties are currently branded as Quality Hotels, and will “join the growing stable of Rydges properties, supported by Rydges’ extensive marketing and distribution channels,” the company said.

The Tamworth property has today relaunched as Powerhouse Hotel Tamworth by Rydges, while Armidale will debut as Powerhouse Hotel Armidale by Rydges effective on 31 Jul.

Both hotels continue to be managed by owner and hotelier Greg Maguire, who said Powerhouse had been operating in regional NSW for 39 years.

“The completion of a multimillion dollar upgrade, which will take our Tamworth hotel from a 4.5-star rating to a 5-star rating, was the catalyst for choosing to partner with Event,” he said.

“We’re confident our Rydges partnership will deliver a local corporate sector focus, distribution strength in the global marketplace, continued innovation in our food and beverage offering, increased MICE business, strong digital strategy and authentically Australian guest experiences.”

Event Director of Hotels and Resorts, Norman Arundel, said both Rydges and Powerhouse shared a strong commitment to delivering world-class service as well as investing in business and people to add value to regional communities and the tourism economy.

“Our team is incredibly excited about this appointment and look forward to Rydges becoming an integral part of the New England community,” he added.