27 September 2023

Plan your Enlighten and Easter holiday breaks

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By Rama Gaind.

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery by Sofitel.

The nation’s capital is shining with culture and creativity during the Enlighten Festival until 14 March. Brighten up your mornings as the Canberra Balloon Spectacular returns with hot air balloons filling the sky.

In addition to the best of these autumn events, start planning for a holiday break over Easter. If you are an Accor Plus member, enjoy incredible savings when you book your next getaway with some member exclusive Red Hot Room offers. Terms and conditions do apply.

Whether you are looking for a place where glamour meets culture or where moments turn into special memories, you can discover it all, while enjoying up to 50 per cent off your next stay.

Indulge in the fashion capital when you stay at the luxurious Hotel Chadstone Melbourne MGallery by Sofitel. Be one of the first to experience Melbourne’s newest five-star hotel that embodies the city’s embrace of innovative designers and artisan culture. It is connected to the world-class shopping, dining, lifestyle and entertainment destination.

Enjoy the sunrise in Hobart. Photo: Rama Gaind

From the art galleries and museums to lively entertainment, a unique Canberra experience awaits you at the Novotel Canberra. Alternatively, you may care to venture further to the Pullman Palm Cove in North Queensland. You’ll be moments away from the golden beaches of the Sunshine Coast and the foodie hotspot NightQuarter when you stay at Mercure Kawana Waters.

Special ibis rates

Just over half an hour’s drive from Sydney and Sydney Olympic Park, ibis Sydney Thornleigh offers the ideal location for exploring the city and its surrounds. You can book a standard king room and stay at the special rates until 31 May 2021.

Enjoy a quick break at ibis Sydney King Street Wharf, near the waterfront in the desirable location of Barangaroo, in a standard king room until 28 April 2021.

The ibis Sydney World Square hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Sydney CBD. Special rates are available for a standard queen room until 31 May 2021. Staying in a hotel on Pitt Street in Sydney means being close to the vibrant entertainment and shopping precincts, and many of Sydney’s most famous attractions.

Stroll on the banks of the Parramatta River. Dine in Parramatta’s famed ‘Eat Street’ on the doorstep of the Novotel Sydney Parramatta. Inquire about an executive king room rate for stays until 30 June 2021.

Discover the city sights before you go to the Mövenpick Hotel Hobart.

Located in an ideal position, the ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments is just a few minutes walk from the Queen Victoria Markets, the iconic Lygon Street Italian precinct and shopping and dining precincts of Melbourne. Special rates are available for one-bedroom apartments if you book by 31 March and stay period is now until 30 December 2021.

The ibis Styles East Perth is conveniently located in the heart of the Central Business District with the best shopping and dining options at its doorstep. ibis Styles is just minutes away to the newly-built Optus Stadium, Casino and WACA with easy access to public transport. You have until 30 April 2021 to make your bookings, for accommodation until 31 August 2021.

The ibis Sydney Airport is located a short distance from both international and domestic Sydney Airport terminals. Ask about the special superior king room rate for stays until 31 May 2021.

Hobart treat

The ibis Styles East Perth.

The ‘More Escapes’ package at the Mövenpick Hotel Hobart offers a two-night stay from $496. The package is full of inclusions, such as the famous Chocolate Hour – an indulgent tasting experience sampling an assortment of sweet treats, such as an éclair, brownie, truffle and more.

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart is perfectly located in the heart of Hobart’s CBD and a five-minute walk to the bustling waterfront and the fascinating historical Salamanca precinct. The booking period ends on 31 March 2021, but you can stay in a classic or twin room until 30 September 2021, depending on availability.

Don’t delay, book now for a great deal!

DETAILS BOX

www.visitcanberra.com.au

www.accorplus.com

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