Australia – New hotel for leisure and business travelers
Courtyard by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, celebrated the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch, marking the brand’s entry in Western Australia. Developed in partnership with leading Western Australian property developer Hesperia, the hotel is located in Murdoch, Perth’s fastest-growing urban catchment and features an all-day contemporary dining venue, Substance Restaurant & Bar, as well as flexible spaces for meetings and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Located approximately 10 minutes from Perth’s Central Business District and 25 minutes from Perth International Airport, the hotel will attract a broad range of business and leisure travellers as well as those visiting the nearby Fiona Stanley and St John of God, Murdoch hospitals and Murdoch University.
The Courtyard by Marriott brand has the largest global footprint among Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 brands, focusing on thoughtful, sophisticated design elements and amenities, providing travellers with an elevated experience to relax and recharge.
“Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch marks the brand’s first hotel in Western Australia as part our ambitious expansion strategy,” said Diana Plazas-Trowbridge, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader for Marriott Select brands. “We are excited to continue opening hotels in significant urban growth corridors and the Murdoch Health and Knowledge precinct being Western Australia’s newest healthcare and commercial district is an ideal fit for Courtyard by Marriott, allowing the hotel to appeal to a broad range of leisure and business travelers.”
Rooms designed with guests in mind
Whether working or indulging in well-deserved downtime, the 150 rooms ranging from 28 sqm to 56 sqm, are designed to best support the needs of every guest. The carefully curated mix of room types cleverly designed to maximise space and natural light feature plush bedding, flexible workspaces, floor-to-ceiling windows and complimentary wi-fi, allowing for a premium hotel stay.
Meetings that inspire guests
The modern meetings and conference facilities at Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch combine innovative technology with style and comfort, including an open lobby providing flexible space to work or relax.
The Dampiera Library is a bespoke space geared to cater to small corporate groups and conferences, featuring a modern pre-function area, a meeting room with floor-to-ceiling windows as well as a balcony, and can accommodate up to 40 guests in a cocktail setup.
Contemporary dining
The hotel’s artisanal cafe and Asian bistro, Substance Restaurant and Bar, will offer guests a variety of options across breakfast, lunch and dinner. Led by Head Chef Mochsin Fam with a health-centric focus, the restaurant features biophilic design principles and seats up to 76 diners. The Asian-inspired menu will feature a selection of seasonal, local dishes along with classic cocktails and a range of beverages. In addition, Substance will offer an elevated grab-and-go section catering to the mixed-use commercial and residential clientele located in the precinct.
General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch hotel, James Illing, said, “Each facility in the hotel is aimed at creating an environment where great things can happen, enabling our guests to focus on productivity, or simply relax. Connecting travellers through comfortable and innovative spaces, intuitive service and a commitment to personal fulfilment is at the foundation of what we offer at Courtyard by Marriott Perth, Murdoch and we look forward to welcoming guests to experience this.”
