Sydney’s 213-room Manly Pacific hotel has been imbued with a new sense of laid-back luxury thanks to a thoughtful renovation by local studio Luchetti Krelle. Opening directly onto famed Manly Beach, the ground-floor transformation encompasses the lobby, 55 North bar, and adjoining lounge areas. Spicy shades of turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger blend with mosaic tiles and hand-painted murals to create a warm ambiance for guests after a day of sun.
The makeover features tactile sofas and armchairs, a fireplace with midcentury influences, and an impressive island bar that curves into the room, mirroring the clamshell-shaped bulkhead ceiling above. A former gaming room has been transformed into an expansive cocktail lounge serving up whimsical takes on classic cocktails (marmalade margarita, bread-and-butter pudding old fashioned) and an ocean mural by the local Steady Hand Studio. It’s the perfect vibe for post-beach “bevvies.”
