Priscilla returns: Hollywood famous outback hotel gets a makeover
Iris Capital is buying the property and plans to inject large amounts of cash to build a new hotel, as well as upgrading the convention centre and residential...
Lasseters Hotel and Casino, known for being in the 1994 film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, is getting a $100 million makeover.
Iris Capital is buying the property and plans to inject large amounts of cash to build a new hotel, as well as upgrading the convention centre and residential space.
Lasseters is hoping to more than double room numbers to 405.
Lasseters CEO Craig Jervis said: “It’s a phenomenal amount of money and fantastic for Central Australia and the tourism offering that we will have in 24 months time.”
Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford said: “It’s certainly a great shot in the arm for the sector that’s been struggling as a result of the pandemic.”
“What it does show is great confidence in the future for tourism.”
“It’s looking very bright for us.”
Explore more: lasseters.com.au
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