Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprised of more than 1,700 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.

Australian street artist Matt Adnate has been selected as the next artist to have an Art Series Hotel named in his honour. Revealed by hotel juggernaut Accor, Adnate will lend his name to The Adnate, Perth which is set to open in October of this year.

Accor has revealed plans to add two further Raffles properties to its network in Asia, with Raffles Bali and Raffles Sentosa Resort & Spa Singapore planned to debut in 2020 and 2022 respectively.

Accor has welcomed its first Sebel branded apartment hotel to Canberra with the opening of The Sebel Canberra Civic, together with Canberra developer, ZAPARI.

Following the completion of a stylish multi-million-dollar makeover, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth invites all Francophiles to indulge this winter, with the launch of a new range of magnifique Parisian experiences, perfectly timed to enjoy as the weather continues to cool.

Sofitel Beijing Central has been welcomed by Accor as the group’s 1,100th property in the Asia Pacific region, six months after announcing its 1,000th opening.

Accor has welcomed the latest addition to the Raffles collection with the opening of Raffles Shenzhen in China late last week.

Accor has expanded its footprint in the Maldives with the officially partial opening of the extravagant Raffles Maldives Meradhoo. The opening of the 21-villa Beach Island Experience in the rare Maldivian oasis of Gaafu Alifu Atoll is Accor’s fourth property in the Maldives and the first under the Raffles brand.

Accor is expanding the footprint of the Art Series Hotel collection to Western Australia, with a new hotel address – the first in the state for the brand – at 900 Hay Street, Perth.

Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese will reopen on 1 July, unveiling extensive renovations by contemporary architect and interior designer, Jean-Philippe Nuel. 

Accor has opened the doors of its newest luxury Melbourne hotel – Shadow Play by Peppers – in the city’s vibrant Southbank arts and entertainment district.

The Raffles Hotels & Resorts brand, synonymous with luxury and extraordinary adventure, will enter the India market, signalling a new direction for Accor in India, with a stronger focus on luxury and premium brands. Raffles Jaipur and Raffles Udaipur will deliver a palatial experience in an extraordinary setting along with the famously discreet and personalised Raffles service.