Respected hotel owners and community champions have engaged Trilogy Hotels to operate their existing franchised properties. These latest signings bring Trilogy Hotels’ growing portfolio to nearly 2,700 rooms under management.
(Sydney, Australia: May 2025): On 1st May, independent hotel management company Trilogy Hotels commenced operations of two well-established and highly regarded hotels, Peppers The Hills Lodge in Sydney’s Hills District, and Mercure Newcastle Airport. Accor will continue to provide brand distribution and loyalty programs to the hotels under the Peppers and Mercure brands.
Mercure Newcastle Airport
Built in 2015, the Mercure Newcastle Airport offers 95 contemporary rooms, a fully equipped gym, conference facilities, a restaurant, and a bar. It is strategically located in Williamtown, just 300 meters from Newcastle Airport terminal, making it a preferred choice for business travellers and those seeking cultural and natural experiences in Newcastle City and Port Stephens.
Newcastle Airport is the gateway to Australia’s largest regional economy, with more than $43 billion in annual output and 48,500 businesses. The Airport is undergoing a major transformation with a $250 million upgrade, with the new international terminal opening in mid-2025. Upgrading new international routes and freight facilities will increase the annual visitor number by 850,000 and inject $6.2 billion into the visitor economy over the next 20 years.
The upgrade will further enhance the airport and accelerate the development of Astra Aerolab, a defence and aerospace precinct co-located with the RAAF Base Williamtown. The existing precinct already includes global players such as BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon.
“We are honoured to partner with GWH to manage the Mercure Newcastle Airport,” said Scott Boyes, CEO of Trilogy Hotels. “We are delighted to be working with a well-respected local business like GWH. We have great confidence in the Newcastle market and are delighted to add the Mercure Newcastle Airport to our growing portfolio of wonderful hotels.”
“We are excited to collaborate with Trilogy Hotels, we are looking forward to seeing what is possible with Trilogy’s management expertise and Accor’s brand” noted Grahame Chevalley, Executive Director of GWH. “We look forward to seeing the positive impact of this partnership on our business and the community overall.”
Peppers The Hills Lodge
Nestled in beautifully landscaped gardens in the heart of Sydney’s Hills district, the 97-room boutique hotel is a beloved cornerstone of the community. Its picturesque grounds serve as an iconic wedding and conference destination, attracting a mix of corporate and leisure guests. The Lodge offers guests fine dining at Nobles Restaurant & Bar, four versatile function rooms, a heated swimming pool and a full-service day spa.
The low-rise Tudor-style hotel is conveniently located between popular commercial, retail, medical, and leisure precincts, including Norwest Business Park, which is within easy walking distance. The Business Park employs approximately 30,000 people across 800 multinational companies, including Woolworths, ResMed, and IBM. The area will continue to see major residential and commercial expansion over the next two decades.
“The owners of Hills Lodge are deeply invested in this rapidly growing and thriving part of Sydney.” said Boyes, “Trilogy is dedicated to continuing the Lodge’s story and enhancing its reputation as the finest hotel in the area.”
Owners Garry Lingard and Lyndsay Edmonds shared, “We chose Trilogy Hotels for their innovative and collaborative approach to hotel management. This approach aligns with our company values and vision for The Hills Lodge. Their ability to blend local insights with global best practices will undoubtedly improve the hotel’s operational efficiency and guest experiences. We look forward to this new chapter in our Lodge’s history.”
“We are grateful to Garry and Lyndsay for their partnership and trust, we are also delighted to be working with Accor, which will continue to provide brand distribution and loyalty under the premium Peppers brand,” shared Boyes.
“The Hills and Newcastle regions deserve wonderful hotels. Peppers The Hills Lodge and Mercure Newcastle Airport provide not only an amenity for these communities to enjoy but also serve as launchpads for locals to kick off an international hospitality career. This is a responsibility we embrace and a commitment we look forward to delivering on,” Scott Boyes, Trilogy Hotels, CEO shares. “We would like to thank all of our partners for providing the platform for us to do what we love doing most – operating their hotels.”