Aloft Perth Rivervale is slated to open in 2016 and will be the first hotel of the brand in the country.

Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide announced that its rapidly expanding Aloft Hotels brand will soon enter the Australian market for the First time. Owned by BAAC Pty Ltd, an affiliate of BGC (Australia) Pty Ltd (BGC), Aloft Perth Rivervale will open in late 2016, featuring 224 loft-like rooms.

This latest signing represents Starwood's third property in Perth, following the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Perth in June 2012 and the signing of a management agreement for The Westin Perth, also owned by BGC, due to open in early 2017.

"We are delighted to introduce our stylish Aloft brand to Australia in partnership with BGC, which has established a strong reputation of quality and innovation in this market," said Stephen Ho, President, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Asia Pacific. "This announcement signals a momentous occasion for Starwood as we continue to build on our strong success in the region. The hotel will appeal to the next generation of travelers who appreciate urban-influenced design, accessible technology and live music performances at the signature W XYZ® bar, in close proximity to Perth city center."