BWH Hotels is proud to announce the signing of its first hotel management agreement in Australia with the Cambridge Hotel Kununurra located in Western Australia. This agreement marks BWH Hotels’ expansion into hotel management operations across the Australia and New Zealand region, complementing its existing franchise operations.
Under the agreement, BWH Hotels will assume hotel management rights in May, with a complete rebrand to Best Western Cambridge Hotel Kununurra scheduled for completion in June.
The hotel is taking a three-stage approach to its relaunch. Stage one sees the hotel open with 49 fully refurbished rooms; stage two presents an extension of the hotel’s facilities, including a conference centre, wellness centre and a pool bar; with the final third stage of the relaunch almost doubling the hotel’s capacity with an extra 48 new guest rooms, by the end of 2026.
The hotel also features an onsite restaurant, a bar, car parking and a swimming pool. Ideally positioned just five minutes’ drive from Kununurra Airport and within a short walking distance to the town centre, the hotel provides convenient access to local shops, restaurants and galleries.
Located in Australia’s remote northwest, Kununurra (Goonoonoorrang) serves as the eastern gateway to the Kimberley region. The area is rich in indigenous culture and offers visitors unparalleled adventure opportunities, from river cruises and freshwater springs to scenic flights over dramatic wilderness areas. The town’s proximity to the World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, home to the 350-million-year-old Bungle Bungle Range, makes it an ideal base for exploration.
“This partnership represents a significant milestone in our regional growth strategy,” said Rod Munro, Managing Director of BWH Hotels Australasia. “The expansion into hotel management is a natural progression for our business, allowing us to leverage our extensive operational expertise while delivering exceptional value to hotel owners and memorable experiences to guests.”
“We’re thrilled to partner with BWH Hotels to elevate the Cambridge Hotel Kununurra to new heights,” said Tony Chafer, Chief Executive Officer for Cambridge Gulf Limited. “Their proven management expertise and global distribution strength will significantly enhance our 
property’s commercial returns. BWH also shares in our ongoing commitment to the Kununurra community to provide greater employment opportunities and to strengthen business resilience for Australia’s North West tourism region.”
The hotel serves both business travellers as well as domestic and international leisure travellers exploring the iconic Bungle Bungles and the greater Kimberley region. BWH’s commitment to exceptional guest experiences will be central to their management approach, with accommodations and services tailored to independent, tech-savvy, and worldly guests.
BWH Hotels’ expansion into hotel management in Australia draws on the organisation’s significant management experience in the Asia Pacific region, where nearly one-third of BWH Hotels in Thailand are directly managed by the company. With a strong development pipeline already established for Australia and New Zealand, BWH Hotels is positioned for dynamic growth in the region.
For more information about Best Western Cambridge Hotel Kununurra or to make reservations, please visit https://www.thecambridge.com.au/
