Darwin accommodation: Halikos partners with IHG to launch first voco luxury Darwin CBD hotel

Darwin’s CBD should have a new luxury hotel by year’s end. Find out the details.

A leading international accommodation brand has been signed to manage Darwin’s next luxury hotel.

Developer JH Group – formerly Halikos – will team with InterContinental Hotels Group and Resorts to open voco Darwin Suites – the NT’s latest luxury offering located at the refurbished Health House building at 87 Mitchell Street.

Also called IHG, the global hotel group will be responsible for the marketing and branding of the voco Darwin Suites, which are expected to open later this year.

The development will feature an all-day dining restaurant, meeting space, fitness centre and outdoor pool.

Guest rooms will feature self-contained kitchenettes designed to cater to both short and extended-stay visitors.

Render of JH Group’s new luxury Mitchell Street, Darwin hotel.

IHG Hotels and Resorts development director Cameron Burke, said he was delighted to be partnering with JH Group and looked forward to having a presence in Darwin.

“We’re thrilled to welcome John Halikos and the JG Group to our IHG community,” he said. “Together we bring the voco hotels brand to Darwin in a landmark agreement that marks a significant milestone in our regional growth strategy.

“The rapid expansion of our voco brand through voco Darwin Suites and many other

outstanding properties continues to be driven by its adaptable upscale proposition, appealing to

owners seeking both asset versatility and flexibility in market.

“By leveraging IHG’s extensive distribution channels, including our IHG One Rewards loyalty

program, we are focused on maximising performance for the benefit of our owners.

“This powerful combination made voco an ideal choice for JH Group and we’re looking forward to supporting its ambition to create a distinctive lean-lifestyle presence in the Darwin market.”

JH Group’s John Halikos, said he’s looking forward to the benefits the partnership will deliver.

“It is fantastic to be in partnership with IHG and we are excited to bring the premium voco brand to the Northern Territory,” Mr Halikos said.

“Voco is a perfect fit for international and domestic guests, at a time of significant need for new hotels in Darwin, specifically Mitchell St CBD.

“The Halikos family strongly believe in building, investing in and supporting the local community and we see this development as central to that strategy.”

Voco hotels is IHG’s fastest growing brand globally, with voco Darwin Suites joining five other voco hotels properties in Australasia.

Originally published as Darwin accommodation: Halikos partners with IHG to launch first voco luxury Darwin CBD hotel