Originally opened in 1873 as the Midland Grand Hotel, St. Pancras London has long been one of Britain’s most striking Gothic Revival landmarks. Now, the hotel begins a new chapter as part of the Autograph Collection, blending its rich history with contemporary luxury.

The fully renovated Barlow Wing introduces refreshed rooms, new family accommodation and updated suites designed for modern travellers while preserving the building’s historic character.

Experiences Rooted in History

Guests are invited to immerse themselves in a series of daily rituals inspired by meaningful moments from the hotel’s past:

5:05pm – Victorian Punch Ritual in the historic Booking Office 1869, echoing the hospitality traditions of the original Midland Grand Hotel.
7:35pm – G&T & Tea Ritual, a tribute to Britain’s gin and tea culture and the year the original hotel closed.
8:11pm – Evening Meditation Ritual at St. Pancras Spa, marking the hotel’s reopening in 2011 and offering a moment of calm and reflection from Monday to Thursday.

Guests can also uncover hidden stories and architectural details through a self-guided QR-code virtual tour, exploring the landmark at their own pace.

A Special Invitation

For guests booking between now and 31 March, St. Pancras London is offering complimentary breakfast throughout the stay, along with a welcome cocktail on arrival. The offer is valid for new bookings only, with a travel window until 15 December 2026.

Ready to book your next historic getaway? Speak to our expert team today.

Planning a meeting or event in 2026? The Langham and Cordis hotels are offering exceptional value with their Meet in Luxury promotion, available across Australia and New Zealand.

When you book by 31 March 2026 for new meetings and events held between 1 April and 30 August 2026, you can enjoy 10 per cent off your master bill plus the choice of two added privileges to elevate your event experience:

• One complimentary day delegate package for every twenty paying packages
• Two complimentary valet parking passes
• One complimentary 30 minute cocktail event (beer/wine/soft drink and chef selected canapes) for a sit down dinner
• The Langham, Melbourne & Gold Coast: Two complimentary upgrades to a one bedroom suite (main group dates)
• Cordis Auckland: Two complimentary upgrades to a Premier Sky Tower View room (main group dates)

THE LANGHAM, MELBOURNE – Minimum spend: AUD $25,000 for accommodation and/or AUD $20,000 for events.

THE LANGHAM, GOLD COAST – Minimum spend: AUD $30,000 for accommodation and/or AUD $25,000 for events.

CORDIS, AUCKLAND – Minimum spend: NZD $20,000 for accommodation and/or NZD $35,000 for events.

Get in touch with our expert Events team at ATPI to discuss your next event.

Virgin Australia has reinstated its seasonal flight check-in and baggage drop service at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal, making post-cruise travel smoother for guests flying out of Sydney.

The service allows cruise passengers to check in for their Virgin Australia flight and drop off checked baggage immediately after disembarking their cruise. Once luggage is checked in at the terminal, it is transported directly to Sydney Airport and loaded onto the guest’s flight ahead of departure.

Originally launched in 2018 in partnership with OACIS, the award-winning service was paused during the pandemic and has now returned to support peak summer travel. By removing the need to transport luggage through the city, the service allows guests to explore Sydney luggage-free while also helping to reduce congestion at the airport.

Ready to book your next adventure? Talk to our expert team.

Crystalbrook Collection – one of Australia’s leading sustainably and personality-led luxury hospitality companies – together with South Australian engineering and construction leaders Samaras Group and its project partners, today marked a major milestone for Crystalbrook Sam, the new luxury hotel rising on Halifax Street in Adelaide’s southern precinct and slated to open in late 2026.

The 12-storey hotel has officially topped out, reaching its full height following a significant construction program led by leading local builder BESIX Watpac, and supported by Samaras Group’s South Australian steel fabrication expertise. Progress has been driven by more than fifty trade subcontractors and suppliers engaged by the builder, collectively employing a strong local workforce of 590 people to date. With the structure now complete, local Adelaide firm PACT Architects alongside the build team, are transitioning from major structural works to façade installation and detailed interior fit-out.

Marking Crystalbrook Collection’s first South Australian hotel, Crystalbrook Sam will bring a new expression of contemporary luxury to the city through design-led accommodation, signature dining and elevated wellness experiences.

The hotel will feature 196 rooms and suites, along with a standout Level 12 restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of the CBD and out to the Adelaide Hills. The 120- seat venue with private dining space, is poised to become a new highlight of Adelaide’s dining scene, showcasing South Australian produce through an elevated, modern lens.

The hotel will also introduce Eléme Day Spa to Adelaide for the first time, bringing Crystalbrook’s refreshing wellness philosophy to the city. The spa will sit alongside a gym, sauna, and swimming pool.

Highlighting the broader significance for the region, South Australia Minister for Tourism, Zoe Bettison MP, said: “Crystalbrook Sam will play an important role in strengthening Adelaide’s premium accommodation offering as our visitor economy continues to grow. South Australia is attracting more interstate and international travellers than ever, and investments like this signal strong confidence in our state. It’s fantastic to see major tourism and construction partners backing Adelaide with a project that will elevate the experience for business and leisure travellers alike.”

Crystalbrook Sam is scheduled to open in late 2026.

For more information or to book, contact our expert team.