Shanti Gunasekaran | Director, Duxton Hotel Perth on Luxury Hospitality & 30th Anniversary Event

Shanti Gunasekaran | Director, Duxton Hotel Perth on Luxury Hospitality & 30th Anniversary Event Shanti Gunasekaran, Director of Sales and Marketing from the Duxton Hotel in Perth, a five-star independent hotel located in the CBD at 1 St. George’s Terrace. The hotel boasts 303 rooms, including deluxe entry-level options, with views overlooking both the Swan River and the city skyline. Shanti emphasizes the highly competitive nature of the luxury hotel market in Western Australia, particularly post-COVID, but notes that demand still outpaces supply. The Duxton Hotel maintains its competitiveness through continuous marketing efforts and by leveraging its unique heritage status—the building was formerly the old taxation office, converted into a hotel 30 years ago. The hotel serves primarily business travelers, with about 70% of guests during weekdays being corporate clients. Its event facilities include a ballroom that can accommodate up to 250 people and several breakout rooms, making it suitable for medium-sized corporate functions. A key strength for the Duxton Hotel is its ability to generate repeat business, with 25-30% of guests returning regularly, ranging from middle management to CEOs, and even leisure travelers from regional Western Australia who have stayed over 100 times. Looking forward, the hotel is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026 with an exciting rebranding of its lobby bar. After Easter, the lobby bar will be closed temporarily for renovations and will be relaunched under the new name “T O,” reflecting the building’s original function as the old tax office. This revamp is intended to further enhance the hotel’s appeal and reinforce its position in the luxury market. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel insights and destination guides! 🎥 Other Recommended Videos / Playlists https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEetixtqMjk3x_KBL1rECx-M&si=ApOHJW90uvEXdTiF https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEclBq3cl9WKaRq4AmMVArVz&si=hV5dEHG4v4mrfuf3 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8lnsQMrJiEcGMfdtLwx8U8tNCBcyESy6&si=zQC5cM1qPO62ioXs Travel And Tour World is more than a magazine – it’s a global trade communication platform for the travel and hospitality ecosystem. We provide digital publications, industry-specific reports, exposure at travel trade shows, and advertising solutions tailored for businesses in tourism, hospitality, airlines, cruise lines, and MICE sectors. We connect industry professionals with curated content that fosters new opportunities, strategic partnerships, and growth in international markets . Whether for brand visibility, networking, or thought leadership, TTW empowers global stakeholders to shape the evolving travel industry with innovation and collaboration. With this approach, Travel And Tour World continues to foster meaningful connections with the industry leaders contributing to the growth and success of the industry. Subscribe for weekly travel industry insights and exclusive content! #DuxtonHotel #LuxuryHotelPerth #WesternAustraliaTourism #HotelManagerInterview #FiveStarHotel #BusinessEventsPerth #HotelRebranding #TheOldTaxOffice #CorporateTravelPerth #HotelAnniversary2026 #BoutiqueHotel #HospitalityIndustry #EventSpacesPerth #TravelWA #LuxuryTravel 🔗 Website Link Visit us: https://www.travelandtourworld.com/ Connect With Us: 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ttwemagazine 💼 LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/travel-and-tour-world 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelandtourworld 🎬 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TravelAndTourWorld