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New Era for Thyme Hospitality: Trilogy Hotels Independent Management Company Takes Over Three Hotels

21 Oct 2024

DCOH is excited to announce the appointment of a new management group to oversee the operations of its three premier properties: Novotel Darwin CBDThe Smith Hotel, and Frontier Hotel.

This exciting change marks a new chapter for our hotels as we partner with an experienced and dynamic hospitality management company to elevate guest experiences and enhance service offerings.

The decision to bring in a new management team reflects our commitment to ensuring our properties maintain the highest standards of excellence. The new management group brings a wealth of expertise in the hospitality industry and will focus on delivering enhanced services, fresh initiatives, and modernised amenities across all three hotels.

Shane Dignan, Managing Director of DCOH, commented: “This is a significant step forward for our hotels and a strategic move to ensure we remain at the forefront of the hospitality industry. We are confident that under the Trilogy Hotels leadership, our hotels will continue to thrive and deliver exceptional experiences to our valued guests.”

“We are passionate about hotels as much as we are about our local community in Darwin. As proud hotel owners, we’re eager to harness Trilogy’s expertise to unlock the full potential of our key CBD assets while highlighting what makes Darwin a top destination. We are keen to partner with Trilogy Hotels to achieve this” said Shane Dignan.

Guests can look forward to:

  • Enhanced guest services and luxurious amenities
  • Innovative dining and entertainment experiences
  • Exciting new packages and exclusive promotions
  • A continued commitment to sustainability and community involvement

The transition to the Trilogy Hotels management will be smooth, with all existing staff and operations remaining in place. We are excited for the future and look forward to delivering the same warmth and hospitality our guests have come to expect, with new and improved offerings.

This comes with recent news of Alex Murray being appointed to the Portfolio General Manager of Thyme Hospitality.

“I am excited to announce Alex’s promotion and look forward to seeing him lead the portfolio of Thyme Hospitality hotels and venues in collaboration with partners Trilogy Hotels and Accor,” said Shane Dignan.

“Alex is a great appointment and adds considerable operating strength to a wonderful portfolio of Darwin hotels. Alex is an outstanding hotel professional and is highly regarded by his owners, team, and the local community. This appointment is very well deserved, and Trilogy is looking forward to working with Alex, DCOH, Accor, and their respective teams to operate these great hotels in a great city.” said Scott Boyes, CEO of Trilogy Hotels.

About Trilogy Hotels

Launched in December 2023, Trilogy Hotels portfolio of thirteen properties covers areas from Sydney and Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Canberra, and Darwin, with over 2,500 rooms under their leading expertise and management. Building on their strong growth, the independent hotel management company Trilogy plans to drive and enhance DCOH’s three hotel assets in line with the market’s expected strong rebound, while leveraging its teams’ extensive expertise and proven track record in the local market.

Trilogy Hotels CEO Scott Boyes is eager to support DCOH in further establishing its hotel portfolio in Darwin.

“The Northern Territory holds a special place in our hearts as a key market in Australia driven by its own unique trends, indigenous culture and world-class attractions,” says Scott Boyes, CEO of Trilogy Hotels.

“We plan to showcase the best of Darwin’s food and beverage scene, champion local produce and people, specifically our hotel teams” continues Scott Boyes.

The three assets are ideally located in the Darwin city centre and within close walking distance of one another.

The Smith Hotel: This lifestyle hotel features 186 rooms, an outdoor pool, a rooftop gym, and an observation platform. Guests can enjoy Australian-Asian cuisine at D Bar & Restaurant.

Novotel Darwin CBD: The 140-room hotel boasts a tropical indoor rainforest atrium with cascading vines, two meeting rooms, a fitness centre, and views of Darwin Harbour. Ideal for corporate and
leisure travellers alike, the property offers Indigenous-inspired meals at the Esplanade Restaurant and Terrace and a unique rainforest-like atmosphere at the Atrium Bar and Garden.

Frontier Hotel: This 91-room hotel offers great value for leisure travelers, including an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and The Punters Bar, a traditional pub-style venue.

You can learn more about Trilogy Hotels by clicking HERE.