{"id":17499,"date":"2012-09-11T11:51:00","date_gmt":"2012-09-11T11:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/quay-west-resort-bunker-bay-pullman-rebrand\/"},"modified":"2012-09-11T11:51:00","modified_gmt":"2012-09-11T11:51:00","slug":"quay-west-resort-bunker-bay-pullman-rebrand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2012\/09\/quay-west-resort-bunker-bay-pullman-rebrand\/","title":{"rendered":"Quay West Resort Bunker Bay Pullman rebrand"},"content":{"rendered":"
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One of Margaret River\u2019s most popular beachfront properties takes on a new, global name.<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/div>\n
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On the 19th September 2012, Quay West Resort Bunker Bay in Western Australia\u2019s Margaret River wine region will rebrand to Pullman Resort Bunker Bay, the first Pullman hotel to be launched in the State. It is part of a rapid expansion plan for Accor\u2019s 5-star Pullman brand across Australia, Asia and the rest of the world.<\/p>\n

Nestled alongside the glorious white sands and azure waters of Bunker Bay on the northern fringe of the Margaret River region, and covering 35 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens, the move to Pullman marks a significant milestone in the resort\u2019s history, since it opened in 2004.<\/p>\n

While the Pullman name is relatively new to Australians, the Pullman brand name has a very rich international pedigree, having changed the face of long-distance travel in 19th century America and Britain. The Pullman name refers to the opulent train carriages that were designed by George Pullman in the mid-1800s. With trains opening up the American continent, Pullman\u2019s \u201cpalace cars\u201d (as they became known) transformed overnight accommodation and dining, and the Pullman name became a by-word for luxury and quality.<\/p>\n

Accor acquired the Pullman name in 1991, and at the time a number of hotels \u2013 including the famed Metropole Hotel in Hanoi \u2013 operated as Pullman hotels. Accor re-launched the brand in 2007 and the brand has now established a network of over 60 hotels in many of the world\u2019s key cities (London, Paris, Dubai, Bangkok, Shanghai, Sydney, Auckland) and favourite resort destinations (Cannes, Bali. Phuket, Cairns and now Bunker Bay).<\/p>\n

General Manager of the Resort, Bronwyn Bulpitt, said the international branding would benefit the whole region, with Accor\u2019s global sales, marketing and distribution set to showcase the region in many of Australia\u2019s key inbound markets.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe resort has really established itself as one of Western Australia\u2019s leading resorts in its eight years of operation, and with Pullman branding I think we can take the resort to new levels,\u201d said Ms Bulpitt.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will benefit from the rapid expansion of the brand in many of Western Australia\u2019s key markets, particularly the east coast of Australia, the UK, Europe and in Asia.<\/p>\n

\u201cMargaret River has so much potential as an international tourism destination, as there are few places in the world that can offer such an attractive combination of renowned wineries, cutting edge cuisine, a vibrant arts sector, outstanding beaches, natural scenery and premium accommodation. The number of events in the region is growing, and November\u2019s Margaret River Gourmet Escape will be particularly popular, as many of the world\u2019s most coveted chefs will descend on the region and profile the region\u2019s innovative wine and food culture. It is a very exciting time to be re-branding the resort.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pullman Resort Bunker Bay, Margaret River Region offers 150 bungalow-style villas with a choice of studio, one, two and three-bedroom configurations. All villas feature king size beds, well-equipped kitchenettes, opulent bathrooms, and wireless internet.<\/p>\n

The resort also has six state-of-the-art meeting rooms and a permanent marquee which can hold up to 400 people, making it an ideal setting for weddings and gala events. The variable conference and meeting rooms which can for up to 180 people have an abundance of natural light with picturesque views over Bunker Bay.<\/p>\n

Contemporary dining at Other Side of the Moon restaurant is a highlight, while other resort facilities include a 24-hour reception desk, room service, concierge and tour desk, four tennis courts, an outdoor heated wet edge swimming pool and gymnasium.<\/p>\n

An award-winning Mii Spa day spa is also on site and boasts six spa suites with secluded courtyards and personal showers. The \u2018Local Touches\u2019 spa menu complements the nature of the Margaret River region as products used in treatments feature native plants, flowers and fruit extracts.<\/p>\n

With wineries such as Moss Wood, Leeuwin Estate and Lamonts nearby, as well as whale watching, caving, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Busselton Jetty within a short distance, Pullman Resort Bunker Bay is in an ideal position to indulge in spoils of the Margaret River region.<\/p>\n

Rates at Pullman Resort Bunker Bay start from $239.<\/p>\n

For more information head to www.accorhotels.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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