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Queensland Hotels Association

1 story · First covered Jun 15, 2026 · Latest 1h ago

Competes with JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort and Spa

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A $35 Million Renovation Won Three Awards. The Question Is Whether It Won Back the Money.

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A $35 Million Renovation Won Three Awards. The Question Is Whether It Won Back the Money.

JW Marriott Gold Coast just swept Queensland's top hotel awards after a $35 million rebrand from Marriott to JW. That's $157K per key in renovation spend on a 223-room property... and the trophies look great on the shelf, but trophies don't service debt.

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