IHG Hotels & Resorts announce the appointment of Scott Schaefer as the new General Manager of Crowne Plaza Hobart.

With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, most recently in new hotel openings, having opened the successful Holiday Inn Dandenong in 2023, and before that as the Pre-Opening General Manager of the world’s first Vignette Collection hotel, Hotel X Brisbane, Fortitude Valley. In 2018 he joined IHG’s Sydney head office as Director of Operations Support and Franchise for Australasia and Japan, and helped with the development and roll out of several brand and guest service initiatives.

Scott will oversee the operations of Crowne Plaza Hobart, leading a team committed to providing exceptional guest experiences. He will be responsible for driving the hotel’s performance, service excellence, and continuing its reputation as one of Hobart's premier hotels.

“The Crowne Plaza Hobart is an iconic and brand-defining property, and since it’s opening in 2020, I have been a keen observer of this wonderful hotel. I am looking forward to working the team to continue the hotel’s legacy, and further establish Crowne Plaza Hobart as one of the leading destinations for both business and leisure travelers in Hobart,” Schaefer said.

"My focus will be on enhancing the guest experience, ensuring every guest feels the warmth and hospitality of Tasmania, and bringing the very best of this world class destination to life in every moment of their stay."