Friday, July 25, 2025

In a welcome boost for accessible tourism, all three Pan Pacific Hotels Group hotels in Melbourne have achieved the Accessible Tourism Accreditation. The designation comes after an extensive review process to evaluate the hotels’ dedication to physical and sensory accessibility for all guests. The homes did particularly well with mobility support, hearing and vision support and autism-friendly facilities. These latest awards further amplify Pan Pacific Hotels Group spearheading the movement to make travel hassle-free for guests with special needs.
See how these Melbourne hotels are redefining accessible tourism.
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The Accessible Tourism Accreditation is a difficult accreditation to obtain. It judges facilities against a rigid set of criteria to determine whether they can accommodate a broad cross-section of accessibility needs. Three of Melbourne’s Pan Pacific hotels surpassed these high expectations, providing rooms that were accessible along with facilities designed to ensure all travelers felt at ease and supported.
With special facilities for guests with vision or hearing impairment, autism-friendly features and mobility aids, these hotels are leading the way in being inclusive. With Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s dedication to inclusivity, visitors will not have to face the stress of being away from home while on vacation in Melbourne any more.
What Makes Pan Pacific Hotels Different
David Tonkin, Country General Manager of Oceania highlighted that the company’s commitment to inclusion runs deeper than simply ticking boxes. “This effort demonstrates our promise to deliver innovative, thoughtful experiences for all of our guests, including older travellers and passengers with special needs,” he said.
And every hotel has something to suit the needs of different travelers. Whether it’s customized autism support, sensory-friendly features or easily accessible travel options, these are the hotels servicing a variety of accessibility needs.
Rising demand of tourism for all
The popularity of accessible tourism in Australia is continuously increasing, and these hotels are doing their part to meet that demand with honed service and design. Pan Pacific Hotels Group is on the forefront and understands that diversity and inclusivity are not just a debate, it’s a necessary language for every guest.
Because of the commitment, all three hotels are now featured on the ‘Accessible Accommodation’ portal, Australia’s top verified accommodation booking portal for accessible stays. More and more guests who are booking accommodations just above compliance, they feel safe and certain that they are expecting the true comfort and ease of staying.
A School that is Committed to Excellence and Inclusion
Accessible Group Founder and Director, Kerry Williams, commended Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s commitment to delivering an outstanding guest experience. “This is exactly the sort of commitment we need from leading hotel brands,” she said. Williams added that the hotels’ employees who full the Inclusion Training Program are not just supporters of genuinely inclusive experiences.
With this kind of dedication, guests can feel confident that their visit to any of the three Melbourne Pan Pacific properties won’t simply be accessible — it will be a welcoming and hassle-free experience at every touch point during their stay.
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For the most convenient escape in Melbourne, why not consider Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s trio of superb properties? It’s down to their incredible accessibility work, their diligent staff and their real passion for creating inclusive experiences, but these are the hotels who have made accessible tourism world class.
Hotels with Suitable Facilities If you or someone you are travelling with has unique accessibility requirements, these hotels are a great bet on the perfect accomodation for all, so that everyone can have a smooth and stress-free experience in Melbourne. Book your visit today and see how convenient we can make traveling for you.