Business View Oceania | September 2020

43 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA SEPTEMBER 2020 destinations that include Marvel Stadium and Southern Cross Station. “It’s the small things that make a difference,” says General Manager Tim Cannon. “The rooms are really well thought out, there are USB charging points next to the bed, we’ve got wonderful views and great blackout curtains so that people can get a great night’s sleep. Everything has a purpose and everything is functional, it’s very cleverly designed. The opening has been very successful for both our owners, Action Hotels as well as the Accor brand. The building itself, as well as the expansion of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, has been a fantastic addition to the South Wharf precinct and to Melbourne.” Action Hotel Company (AHC) is a leading developer that also owns three other hotels in Australia. They were established in 2005 and operate 14 hotels, comprising around 2500 rooms throughout the Middle East and Australia. The MCEC is a separate entity from the hotel, but through the building and expansion THE NOVOTEL MELBOURNE SOUTH WHARF HOTEL