Five-star Sydney hotel, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality executive, David Lance, as General Manager.

Lance brings over 30 years of international hospitality experience to the role, most recently serving as General Manager at Royal Orchid Sheraton Bangkok Riverside. Under his leadership, the hotel achieved significant improvements in guest satisfaction and service delivery, alongside strong financial results.

An Australian native, Lance began his hospitality career in 1995 at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney before joining Marriott International in 2003 as Duty Manager at the Sydney Marriott Hotel. He went on to hold a series of senior operational roles in Thailand, including his first General Manager posting at Marriott Executive Apartments Sukhumvit Park Bangkok.

In 2015, he relocated to Abu Dhabi to lead the pre-opening of the city's first Marriott Hotel Downtown and Marriott Executive Apartments. He later took the helm at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, where he delivered record profitability and staff engagement outcomes in 2022.

Lance's appointment supports Marriott's ongoing focus on experienced leadership across its luxury and premium portfolio, as Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park continues to strengthen its position as one of Sydney's leading five-star hotels.

Lance will continue to uphold the legacy of this iconic property, famously marked by the 'Angels of Hospitality' - two bronze sculptures at the entrance by artist Stephen Glassborow, symbolising the welcoming spirit of the Sheraton Grand experience.

About Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
A five-star landmark in Sydney's CBD, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park offers world-class dining, luxury accommodations, and breathtaking views of Hyde Park. The hotel offers 558 rooms and suites, a rooftop pool, spa and health club, and multiple dining venues including the hatted Sydney Common and The Gallery. A hub for refined hospitality, the hotel has been a city icon since opening in 1992 and remains one of Sydney's most iconic destinations.

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