The hotel industry in Australia has grown in both size and sophistication into a truly global market; with everything from boutique operators to major international players.
High quality, vibrant and successful hotels are essential to thriving cities and precincts, and play a key role insupporting the tourism sector. Post-pandemic, our advocacy work to support the hotel sector is focused on revitalising cities, promoting business collaboration and unlocking opportunities for the sector to expand and develop.
This page brings together resources for the hotel sector, plus information on hotel and tourism policy development, industry education and news, networking opportunities, trends, our hotel-focused committees and engagement with other relevant industry groups.
Upcoming Events
View upcoming events related to the hotel sector.
Our Industry Committees
There are a number of Committees across the country dedicated to advancing our work in the hotel sector.
There are a number of Committees across the country dedicated to advancing our work related to the Hotel sector.
Industry Committees are made up of 12-25 property professionals from around Australia, who are experts in the relevant field. Committees meet every four to six weeks to discuss issues and projects relevant to their expertise and the focus of the Committee.
Being selected as a member of a Property Council Committee gives you the opportunity to help shape the future and influence the organisation’s advocacy agenda. Members have the opportunity to contribute to important, focused industry discussions while building their professional networks and knowledge.
As part of our 40-40-20 commitment to gender equity, all our Committees comprise a minimum of 40 per cent female representatives. Committee members are appointed for a two-year term, with the current Committees commencing their tenure in February 2023.
Research
The Property Council’s research team produces a suite of industry data related to hotels.
Shopping Centre Directory: VIC/TAS 2023
The Property Council’s Shopping Centre Directories provide a comprehensive listing of shopping centres within each state. They contain details on centre ownership, size, management, tenancy mix, site area, number
Shopping Centre Directory: WA 2023
The Property Council’s Shopping Centre Directories provide a comprehensive listing of shopping centres within each state. They contain details on centre ownership, size, management, tenancy mix, site area, number
Shopping Centre Directory: NT 2023
The Property Council’s Shopping Centre Directories provide a comprehensive listing of shopping centres within each state. They contain details on centre ownership, size, management, tenancy mix, site area, number
Campaigns & Submissions
View campaigns and submissions relevant to the hotel sector.
Draft Wollongong Tourism Accommodation Review
Draft Wollongong Tourism Accommodation Review The Property Council of Australia welcomes the opportunity to provide comments on the Draft Wollongong Tourism Accommodation Review. We acknowledge our collaborative working relationship with
Every Building Counts
Every building counts: A practical plan for emissions reduction, is a policy toolkit jointly developed by the Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) focused on emissions reduction across the property industry.
Upcoming Academy courses
Comprising workshops, online learning and industry diploma courses, our Academy provides the resources to enhance the professional lives of our members. It's a professional development platform with something for everyone.
Latest news
View news related to hotels.
Little National Newcastle opens its doors
Little National Hotel Newcastle welcomed its first guests on Monday 15 April, experiencing an impressive 90 per cent occupancy rate over its inaugural weekend.
Taylor Swift mania helps boost retail and hotel
Taylor Swift did more than just sell out seven shows in February, she also boosted retail sales and increased hotel prices.
Out of COVID’s shadow, retail and hotel assets prove resilient
2023 saw strong investment in hotel and retail assets, with hotel transactions reaching their highest point since 2015, while new forms of capital have sprung up in the retail space.
Awards
For almost 40 years, the Property Council of Australia has hosted the industry’s most prestigious awards. As champions of our industry we celebrate and reward excellence. Winning a Property Council award means truly being at the top of your game.
Innovation & Excellence Awards
The annual Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation & Excellence Awards are the most prominent property awards in Australia, promoting excellence in design and innovation in the built environment since 1982.
National Retirement Living Awards
The Property Council’s National Retirement Living Awards celebrate excellence and achievement across all parts of the retirement living sector.