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Melbourne Place Hotel acquisition

Ark Capital Partners,  Lead Global and Pioneer Wealth have announced the successful acquisition of Melbourne Place Hotel, marking a major milestone.

The deal paves the way for the launch of a new co-branded hotel fund designed to capitalise on opportunities in the hospitality sector.

This acquisition signals the start of a promising partnership between Ark Capital Partners and Lead Global. Rahul Parrab, Co-Founder and CEO of Ark Capital, highlighted the significance of the deal, saying, “We are thrilled to acquire such a prime asset and are confident that this is just the start of many successful transactions to come.”

Grace Tsui, CEO of Lead Global, echoed this sentiment, stating, “This acquisition is a key step forward in our long-term strategy for growth in the hospitality sector. We are proud to work with Ark Capital Partners and look forward to exploring further opportunities together.”

Adrian Redlich, Executive Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Merricks Capital, the previous owner of the property, praised the buyers: “We had many expressions of interest for this unique opportunity, and we believe Ark Capital and Lead Global will provide the best outcome for the hotel and all stakeholders. With their expertise, the hotel will reach its full potential and become one of the most vibrant hotels in the city.”

A striking addition to Melbourne’s hotel scene

Melbourne Place Hotel, located in the heart of Russell Street, is a design-led boutique property that soft-opened in late 2024. The hotel boasts 191 rooms and suites, a ground-floor signature restaurant, a basement bar, and a rooftop dining venue, all set to become must-visit destinations in the city.

Designed by Kennedy Nolan, the hotel reflects Melbourne’s architectural and cultural identity with its use of local bricks, pre-cast concrete, and deep-red metal accents. Circular windows and bold design elements make it one of the city’s most eye-catching buildings. A grand launch is planned for late Q1 2025, promising to cement the hotel’s place as a standout addition to Melbourne’s hospitality landscape.

Ark Capital’s growing portfolio

This acquisition adds to Ark Capital’s growing portfolio of high-quality hotel assets in Australia. Other recent projects include the soon-to-open 120-room Hyde Perth, the 146-room Hotel X in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, and the 190-room Batman’s Hill on Collins in Melbourne. The group is renowned for its expertise in identifying, securing, and repositioning hospitality assets to deliver strong returns for its investors.

With a focus on the Asia Pacific region, Ark Capital Partners continues to drive growth in the hospitality sector by transforming underperforming properties into vibrant and profitable destinations.

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