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AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 brands, has announced the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness, marking its debut in Scotland and creating 35 full and part-time jobs.
It is reported that the new hotel, which sits on the banks of the River Ness on Glebe Street, will be managed by Hotel Co 51.
Joining Hotel Co 51’s portfolio of over 35 hotels in eight countries across Europe, AC Marriott Inverness is the company’s seventh property in Scotland and 16th in the UK, joining the likes of Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge, Courtyard by Marriott SEC in Glasgow and Moxy London Excel.
The four-story AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness will also be the largest hotel in the city with 191 contemporary design bedrooms. AC Lounge, a “European-inspired” restaurant will serve classics and small bites with a “local” touch. The all-day restaurant is said to seat 60, as well as having a riverside terrace for outdoor dining available for an additional 30 guests.
In addition, guests staying at the hotel will reportedly have access to a well-equipped 24-hour fitness centre with floor-to-ceiling windows and weights and cardio equipment.
The hotel has over 150 king rooms and 30 twins, with either river views across to the Black Isle or city views. Each guest room also offers desks, open closets and integrated bathrooms with an added sensory experience for guests who “would like a lavender turndown”.
Wayne Androliakos, UK regional director of operations for Hotel Co 51, said: “We are honoured to open the first AC Marriott in Scotland and it’s in a great position, close to the start and end of the renowned NC500 in the capital of the Highlands.
“AC Marriott is all about offering the perfect blend of form and function at an affordable price, so it will attract a lot of business and leisure travellers who know the Marriott brand well and can rely on what this hotel will deliver.”
He added: “At Hotel Co 51 we’re proud that we continue to grow apace, adding to our rapidly expanding portfolio in Europe in strategic locations.”
