Naumi Studio Hotel, Wellington
NEW SOUTH WALES
The Sapphire Coast has welcomed the second coming of Hillcrest Merimbula.
The bones of the lush accommodation were originally built in 1969 as a local motel, and now the entire property has undergone a chic and modern refurbishment. The elevated property, set across nearly two acres of land, has been rejuvenated with a new pool, native garden and tennis court, while the rooms feature specially commissioned artworks and fresh timber finishes. Similarly up the coast in Northern NSW, The Surf Yamba has become the first boutique hotel in the area. Located across from Yamba’s main beach, guests will find a rooftop terrace and plunge pool, alongside contemporary rooms.
VICTORIA
Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands has just opened, complete with a 28-metre infinity pool and rooftop bar. It’s also home to Australia’s first M Club (Marriott’s 24/7 members’ lounge), plus a laneway café and day-to-night diner, Archer’s.
NEW ZEALAND
An Edwardian-era building in Wellington is now home to the chic Naumi Studio
Hotel. Following extensive renovations, the centrally located 116-room property has been inspired by bold colours and characters of the literary world, with a grand bar at the centre of the hotel.
Its full-service restaurant Lola Rouge is set to open later this year.