Brighton Metro Hotel BY LUCY BREWER Even with its recent $2.6 million renovation, the Brighton Metro Hotel has retained the local character it is so renowned for—and Charlie’s Diner is as popular as ever. The hotel was acquired by national operator, Australian Venue Co, in 2019, joining the company’s portfolio of 150 pubs. It was important for Australian Venue Co to preserve the 175-year history of Brighton Metro Hotel in the revamp, and prioritise the experience of its loyal customers, while attracting new ones. While Australian Venue Co is a national group, it is a focus for the company to ensure its hotels stay true to their locality. “We invest in our pubs after careful consideration of the local community, and what they want from their local. Brighton Metro Hotel was our first renovation project in South Australia, and we’ll continue to invest in the state. We love to breathe new life into tired old pubs, and we’ve had a fantastic response from locals after the Brighton Metro Hotel renovation,” said Australian Venue Co Chief Operating Officer, Craig Ellison. Hotel Venue Manager Brad Johanson adds, “Brighton Metro Hotel is renowned for Charlie’s Buffet - arguably one of Adelaide’s most famous buffets - so it was 14 | Hotel SA | W W W . A H A S A . A S N . A U
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