Lush Hello Gorgeous Spa Package at Metro Hotel on Pitt

Metro Hotel on Pitt is offering this Lush Hello Gorgeous Spa Package for $230.00 per night including:

• One Nights Accommodation in a King Spa Room 
• Lush Hello Gorgeous Spa Kit Containing Sakura Bath Ballistic, Gorgeous Moisturiser, Melting Marshmallow Moment Bath Melt, Rub Shower Scrub and Helping Hands Hand Cream (One kit is available for per stay)
• Two Cosmopolitan Cocktails at Paradiso Restaurant
• Late check out of 12 Noon

Book this Lush Hello Gorgeous Spa Package at Metro Hotel on Pitt

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Terms and Conditions:

• Valid until 31st August 2012 
• This special package is subject to availability.
• Full prepayment is required at the time of booking.
• Cancellations or changes to bookings for this special will not be permitted.
• Once confirmed the booking cannot be refunded or altered.
• This special cannot be combined with any other offer.

Metro Hotel Sydney Central, NSW - 4 Stars on TripAdvisor By ABDUL RAHIM M, June 6, 2012

1) I stayed at the hotel from 30/5 until 4/6/12. Here are my comments:
a) the room was clean and was made up every day.
b) it will be much better if there are more lights in the room but since we didnt have the time
do much reading, it is okay.
c) the lifts were fast.
d) the location is superb : easy access and near to many of the attractions of Sydney.
e) will definitely stay there again.
2) For muslim travellers, there are 2 halal restaurants nearby : Cafe Kasturi on George St
which serve Malay food (closed on Sundays and the Christmas period) and an Indian
restaurant at Paddy's Market. There is a halal Chinese restaurant (Neptune Palace) at
Circular Quay.
3) If you want to go on a day trip ie to Canberra etc ..........it is much cheaper to book the tour
in Sydney itself rather than by booking it online, which is very strange indeed. For examples,
a) I booked a day trip to Canberra by online and it cost me AUD 155. A fellow traveller only
paid AUD 100 when she booked it at the travel agent near the YHA which is located nearby.
There is nothing exciting in Canberra except for the guided tour of the Parliament House.
Along the way we stopped at the beautiful small town of Berriwa which is an absolute gem.
I booked by online a tour to the Blue Mountains and it cost me AUD 155 (inclusive of lunch).
A similar trip cost only AUD 138 if the booking is done in Sydney. If you travel to Katoomba
by rail and then take the Hop On Hop Off bus there, the cost is even less.
4) From the hotel, walk to Central Station and take a train on the North Shore Line to Milson's
Point. There you can get a picturesque views of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
Then walk across the bridge to The Rocks. The views are breathtaking.
5) The cheapest place to buy Australiana souvenirs is at the Paddy's market, within easy
walking distance from the hotel. The cheapest perfumes can be found at the shops of
Discount Chemist. I found one such shop at Bondi Beach. The prices were much cheaper
than those at the duty free shops at the airport.

Review of Metro Hotel on Pitt by Max Llewelyn, Editor of The Holiday and Travel Magazine

Thanks for organizing my stay at the Metro Hotel on Pitt. It exceeded my expectations, as I was not sure what to expect after reading the rather negative reviews of it on TripAdvisor. 

The room size, cleanliness, quietness, comfort of bed, decor, friendliness and professionalism of staff were alI great. 

My wife was jealous that she did not stay with me at the Metro Hotel on Pitt after I told her how good it was. I crammed too much into my the day and a half in Sydney,(seeing and reviewing the Maritime Museum. Wildlife Sydney, Sydney Aquarium, Museum of Sydney. and Aida at the Opera House).  

I had passes to see Madame Tussauds and The Sydney Tower, but ran out of time to see these, so I hope to see them on my next visit to Sydney. I reviewed the Sydney Tower Buffet, Selah Restaurant, and City Extra at Circular Quay, and even though they were  good, I preferred the Paradiso Cafe, Bar & Restaurant at the Metro Hotel on Pitt. 

The food was good and better value for money, Lawrence the owner more friendly, and the atmosphere suited my lifestyle more. This is the place I will take my family to breakfast, lunch of dinner if we ever all go down to Sydney together. I arrived home yesterday afternoon in time for my night shift at work, so I will write and post a positive article on the Metro Hotel on Pitt today Thanks again for arranging the review oppotunity of the Metro Hotel on Pitt

Best regards,
Yours Faithfully,
Max Llewelyn
Editor/Travel Writer,
The Holiday and Travel Magazine,

Frequent Flyers Set to Fly Higher With New Upgrade Process

Qantas Frequent Flyer have launched a range of new enhancements to its upgrade process to smooth the way for members seeking to use their points to upgrade on flights. It follows a trial launched in May by Qantas Frequent Flyer to process upgrades closer to the time of departure for international flights. Prior to the trial, upgrades for international flights were processed up until several hours prior to departure. Under the new system the process will work right up to the gate which means passengers have more chance of securing their upgrade seat. Chief Executive Qantas Loyalty Lesley Grant said, "This is a terrific enhancement to the program for our 8.6 million members, as it provides additional access to upgrade seats and more opportunities for them to use their points to enjoy a more premium flying experience." Lesley Grant continued, "We made the decision to invest in the technology following feedback from our members who told us it is a source of frustration when their upgrade request is denied only to find there are empty seats on the aircraft when they boarded due to booked passengers "no-showing" or missing connections. We completely agreed and have engaged a new system that enables us to reallocate seats right up until the final boarding call to ensure we can "surprise and delight" members rather than disappoint". From today, the three key changes are: (1) International upgrades When members lodge an upgrade request online, they can opt in to be eligible for an upgrade at the airport. A member may be notified at check-in or at the departure gate if their request was unable to be confirmed prior. (2) Domestic upgrades Under the current process, if a domestic upgrade is not confirmed when requested, members have to return to qantas.com to request again in the hope more seats may have come available. From today, if the upgrade request is unable to be confirmed, members will be given the option to register for an upgrade so the system will automatically allocate them a seat subject to availability and notify them by SMS. (3) Partial Flight upgrades Up until now, members have only been able to request an upgrade for the entire flight (e.g. Sydney-Singapore-London) which meant if a seat on one sector is not available, the upgrade was denied. Members can now opt in for a partial upgrade if a seat is available on one of the sectors. "We operate in an increasingly competitive market and while Qantas Frequent Flyer is the premier program in terms of offering extensive opportunities to earn and redeem points across a wide range of partners, goods and services, we remain firmly focussed on ensuring the program and its offering continues to evolve and innovate," finished Lesley Grant.

DID YOU KNOW that YOU can earn Qantas Frequent Flyer Points every time you stay at a Metro Hotel, Apartment, Resort or Inn?

For further information log on to http://www.metrohotels.com.au/partner

To make an accommodation booking and earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points log on to www.metrohotels.com.au

Winter Specials at Metro Hotels and Apartments Australia-Wide

Weekday Special at Metro Hotel Sydney Central

Metro Hotel Sydney Central is offering this weekday package from $94* per night.  This package includes accommodation in a Superior Room, a bottle of wine on arrival and complimentary internet for 24 hours.
*Terms & conditions apply. Valid for stays until August 31, 2012. This package is not available for stays on Friday or Saturday night. www.metrohotels.com.au

Winter Special at Metro Hotel on Pitt

Metro Hotel on Pitt is offering this great Winter Special for $199* per night including accommodation in a Superior Deluxe Queen room, dinner at Paradiso Restaurant (includes entrée, main, coffee/tea), bottle of wine on arrival and late check-out until 12 noon. Valid until August 31, 2012. *Terms and conditions apply. www.metrohotels.com.au

Indulgence Package – Metro Apartments Darling Harbour, Sydney

Stay in a one-bedroom Executive Suite with amazing views over Darling Harbour for $450.00. Package includes accommodation for two people, a box of chocolates and bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, and late check out until 12 noon. Valid until July 31, 2012. Terms and conditions apply. www.metrohotels.com.au

Winter Warmer Package at Metro Inn Ryde

Metro Inn Ryde is offering a Winter Warmer package for just $99* per night.  Package includes accommodation in a Queen Room for one adult, full hot buffet breakfast and complimentary WiFi Internet. Valid until August 31, 2012. *Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.metrohotels.com.au

Complimentary Breakfast with Superior Floor Bookings at Metro Inn Miranda

Book a room on the new Superior Floor and receive a complimentary breakfast for two people daily. Monday to Thursday $145.00 per night. Friday and Saturday $190.00 per night.  Sunday $160.00 per night.  Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.metrohotels.com.au

Winter Package at Metro Apartments Bank Place

Metro Apartments Bank Place in Melbourne is offering a Winter Package for $160* per night.  This includes accommodation in a one bedroom apartment, boxed continental breakfast for one person, complimentary bottle of wine on arrival and late checkout until 12 noon.  Terms and conditions apply.  Visit www.metrohotels.com.au

EKKA CITING Special at Metro Hotel Tower Mill Brisbane

The EKKA or Royal Queensland Show is Queensland’s largest annual event which will be held in Brisbane from August 9 – 18, 2012.  Metro Hotel Tower Mill is offering an EKKA Special Package for $180* per night, which includes one night’s accommodation in an Executive Double or Twin room (Family rooms available upon request), full buffet breakfast for two people, free WiFi Internet and extended checkout until 12 noon.  Subject to availability.  Valid for stays from August 10 to 19 2012. *Terms and conditions apply.  Visit www.metrohotels.com.au

Bed and Breakfast at Metro Apartments Gladstone

Book a bed and breakfast package at Metro Apartments Gladstone, which includes one night’s accommodation in an apartment with continental breakfast for two people at Rocksalt restaurant.
Monday to Thursday for $305.00. Friday to Sunday for $225.00 per night.  *Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.metrohotels.com.au

Weekend Escape at Dugong Beach Resort

Dugong Beach Resort, an exclusive luxury eco resort located in the Groote Eylandt Archipelago north of Darwin, is offering a saving of $640 on its 2-night Weekend Escape Package.  For $1399 for two people the package includes:

• 2 return airfares from Darwin to Dugong Beach Resort (flying to the island on Friday afternoon – flying back to Darwin on Sunday evening – flying Vincent Aviation)
• 2 night’s accommodation for 2 people in an Executive Suite with Spa
• Spa voucher to the value of $200
• Food & Beverage voucher to the value of $199

Offer valid until July 31, 2012
Direct bookings only on 1800 877 077

Book all Metro Hotel properties by calling the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321.
Alternatively, receive 10% off the Best Available Rate when you book online www.MetroHotels.com.au using the booking code METRO123.

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Metro Inn Miranda Changes Name to Reflect Its Enhanced Offering

Metro Inn Miranda has changed its name to Metro Hotel Miranda to reflect its enhanced accommodation offering, including 14 new superior rooms located on the top floor of the Hotel with spectacular views over Sydney and Botany Bay.

Located at the highest point of Miranda and popular with business and leisure travellers alike, Metro Hotel Miranda has always been heavily booked. When the top floor of the seven-storey building became available in 2011, owner Metro Hospitality Group decided to take the opportunity to add to the property’s existing 40 family and standard rooms.

Manager Dale Harlick said the buildings top floor was converted into 14 new superior rooms, all with oversized windows to allow guests to take advantage of the breathtaking views. Corner suites have kitchenettes and all rooms are modern and tastefully decorated, providing a new level of outstanding comfort and quality without the hefty prices of the city. Many of the new rooms have disabled access.

The addition of a Superior level signified the beginning of a new era for the hotel, resulting in the decision to change its name to Metro Hotel Miranda to mark its improved accommodation offering. However, Ms Harlick said the hotel would not change its focus from providing exceptional hospitality, service and dedication to excellence.

“We will always aim for our service to be impressive and for our guests to experience the magic and wonder of life in the Sutherland Shire,” Ms Harlick said. “We know many of our guests by name and will continue to welcome them.”

New Technology Delivers 70 Percent Bookings Increase for Metro Hotels

Metro Hotels has experienced a 70 percent increase in room reservations following a change in providers for its online distribution technology and marketing services.

While the hotel industry experienced bookings growth of just 4.5 percent in the last financial year, Metro Hotels greatly outperformed the industry standard with 70 percent growth following its migration to Sabre Hospitality Solutions’ SynXis Central Reservations Sydney in November 2011. The change enabled the hotel group to seamlessly connect all channels, including distributing rooms and rates, through the four major Global Distribution Systems as well as hundreds of online travel agents.

Using the SynXis Central Reservation Service, Metro Hotels was able to take its turnaround time for rate loading from more than a week to just one day. The enhanced system functionality also allowed it to load a higher volume of information and images for each property, giving the Group the ability to capture a wider audience.

Sabre Hospitality Solutions is the industry's leading global hospitality technology company while Metro Hotels is Australia’s oldest, 100 percent Australian owned and managed hotel chain.
Carlie Tait, Metro Hotels Group Ecommerce coordinator, said the Group had experienced huge improvements across the board since its switch to Sabre Hospitality Solutions last year.

"The high level of support, responsiveness and product knowledge we get from Sabre's Australian-based team, as well as the functionality and efficiencies of the system, have made a noticeable impact on our bookings,” she said. “Overall, it has been a very positive experience."

The change in providers to Sabre Hospitality Solutions’ SynXis and the sharp increase in bookings is a reflection of Metro Hotels commitment to the GDS as a key source of bookings and one of the primary booking channels for its hotels.

According to Ms. Tait, “the largest growth in bookings has been experienced by those properties located in key mining regions such as Perth, Gladstone and Brisbane.”

Patrick Andres, vice president Asia-Pacific for Sabre Hospitality Solutions, said Metro Hotel was taking full advantage of the solution, demonstrating how the functionality of a Central Reservation System could make a huge difference to bookings. He said Sabre was committed to providing good support for its customers.

“This region is growing exponentially, making it imperative that we have a strong team in place that understands the market and can best support our clients,” he said. “This kind of localised knowledge and support is at the heart of client success stories like Metro Hotels."

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Metro Hotels Appoints Business Development Manager - MICE

Metro Hotels has appointed Mr. Div Grover to the role of Business Development Manager – MICE for Metro Hospitality Group in Australia.

In this newly created role, Mr. Grover is responsible for building and maintaining the small meetings, incentives, conferences and events business for Metro Hospitality Group’s network of properties Australia-wide.

The position reports to Metro Hotel’s National Sales and Marketing Manager Gary Long, who today welcomed Mr Grover’s appointment.

“Div brings to this role significant experience in the hospitality industry gained over the past 9 years, Mr Long said.  

“While many hotels only cater for large events, it is often difficult to find venues for small meetings and seminars.  Metro Hotels is increasing its focus on the small meetings and functions market.  We see Div’s strong background in building and maintaining business relationships as instrumental in developing this niche market to drive business and further enhance the reputation and patronage of Metro Hotel’s network of properties,” he said.

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There's So Much Happening in Brisbane

Metro Hotel Tower Mill Brisbane is a well-known landmark in the centre of Brisbane, offering leisure and business visitors stylish and affordable accommodation and dining. You will enjoy the convenience of staying in close proximity to the city's CBD and main sporting attractions, including Queen Street Mall, Treasury Casino, Southbank Parklands, the Botanica Gardens, art galleries, museums and Suncorp Stadium.

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