Australia: Construction is underway at the $40 million mixed-use Quest Bairnsdale on Dalmahoy Street, with a projected opening date in summer 2025.
The three-storey Quest Bairnsdale will feature a total of 60 rooms, with half of these set aside for studios.
Additional room categories include 24 one-bedroom units with two providing accessible features, and six two-bedroom apartments.
David Mansfield, managing director for Australasia at The Ascott Limited, said “We’re delighted to mark another key milestone in Quest Apartment Hotels’s ongoing growth, with construction of Quest Bairnsdale now underway. The Gippsland region is experiencing extraordinary growth, and Quest is delighted to be supporting that demand through the provision of exceptional hospitality experiences.
“[The aparthotel] will not only contribute to the local economy but also set a new standard for luxury and convenience. We are excited about the opportunities it brings for our guests and the local community.
“Our goal remains to achieve significant growth targets under the ‘2030 growth strategy,’ aiming to reach over 200 Quest properties and 30 managed hotels by the end of the decade.
“We are proud to work with Dahlsens, BFN Developments and Architects Fenton Design Group on this project. Their expertise and dedication ensure that this development will meet the highest standards of quality and excellence,” he added.
