Marion Hotel LOFTY AMBITIONS FOR HOTEL OF THE YEAR For many people, achieving Hotel of the Year status would be a pinnacle achievement.
“None of this would have been possible without their vision and faith in us, we are so grateful for that.
However, as the celebrations subside at the newly-crowned Marion Hotel, this victory is being viewed as “just the beginning”.
“A redevelopment of this size was always incredibly risky, but there was a genuine belief in the product and the future of this area.”
“We want to be the best in everything we do,” says senior Hurley Hotel Group manager, Anna Hurley.
That vision is evident in the hotel’s sweeping transformation:
“Our goal is to be industry leaders”
• 62 rooms (up from 12)
At the recent AHA|SA Awards for Excellence, The Marion won awards for the Best Outdoor or Non-Enclosed Facility, Best Gaming Venue (Metro), Best Redeveloped Hotel (Metro) … and the ultimate prize, Hotel of the Year.
• a light-filled indoor-outdoor bar
Judges described it as “a shining star” and commended its “fresh and innovative approach to accommodation, food and beverage, functions and events, and customer service”.
• multi-purpose function rooms
Anna paid tribute to owners Peter and Jenny Hurley, and Tony Hurley and Karen Symons, for their foresight and courage.
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• sports bar and associated beer garden • areas for casual and formal dining
• new gaming area • a massive new drive-through and cellars.
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