Accor Takes Over Waterfront Hotel in Auckland

Accor has been selected to manage the newly named Hotel Lighter Quay, one of Auckland’s most glamorous waterfront hotels.

Formerly called Hotel Viaduct Harbour, the property sits at the heart of Auckland’s CBD between the Viaduct and the newly-opened Wynyard Quarter.

The five-star Hotel Lighter Quay joins Accor’s MGallery collection. The hotel will be launched under its new identity on Monday, 26 September 2011.

“Our appointment represents a renaissance for Hotel Lighter Quay and the link between Viaduct Harbour and Wynyard Quarter, said Accor vice president New Zealand and Fiji, Paul Richardson. “We know there is a demand for this class of quality accommodation in Auckland, and this extends well beyond the world’s biggest rugby tournament.”

The Accor management contract extends to rooms only at this stage, complete with room service, mini-bars and other five-star services carried out by Accor staff.

At present provision has been made for a food and beverage service in a hotel residents’ private lounge.

Guests also have the benefit of a wealth of surrounding bars and restaurants for their wining and dining pleasure.

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