Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, today announced that they will be part of a new mixed-use hotel, commercial and retail precinct to be developed in Mascot, near Sydney Airport. Accor has signed a management agreement with Goodman to manage a 5-star hotel to be badged Pullman Sydney Airport as part of a new AUD$100 million development project that will encompass extensive office and retail facilities.

Pullman Sydney Airport will include 229 accommodation rooms and suites, a restaurant and bar, conference facilities and gymnasium. The hotel will offer an Executive Lounge - a hallmark of every Pullman hotel - adding a quiet and convenient space for guests to do business or relax. Construction of the hotel development on O’Riordan Street, Mascot has commenced this November generating over 100 jobs during the build. The expected opening date for Pullman Sydney Airport is May 2016.

Once operational, Pullman Sydney Airport will join Australia’s fastest growing 5-star hotel network which has recently expanded to 13 hotels and resorts across nine locations. Pullman has established itself as the largest network of upscale hotels in the Asia Pacific with more than 45 hotels across the region and counting.