Criterion Finch Hatton Hotel
Freehold Investment with Upside in a Fast-Rising Tourism Precinct!
Own a landmark regional hospitality asset positioned to benefit from the growing Finch Hatton visitor economy—anchored by the emerging mountain bike (MTB) trail network and a broader uplift in nature-based tourism.
This is a commercial property play first and foremost: an established hotel building on a meaningful landholding, income-backed (subject to lease) with clear pathways to add value through redevelopment and accommodation expansion (STCA).
Long-term lease in place: the property is leased with just under two (2) years remaining on the initial term, plus three (3) further options of five (5) years each—providing investors with a strong platform for income continuity and long-term holding security.
Why an astute investor will look twice
Income + optionality. Secure an established hospitality real estate asset with the ability to enhance returns over time via:
* Development upside: potential to introduce additional accommodation (STCA) to capture MTB and eco-tourism demand.
* Underpinned by destination growth: Finch Hatton is rapidly emerging as a must-visit hinterland base for the Mackay region.
* Strategic positioning: a natural gateway location for visitors moving between Mackay and the Pioneer Valley hinterland.
* Scarcity value: tightly held regional hotel freeholds with expansion angles are rarely offered to market.
Value-add angles (STCA)
A sophisticated buyer will see immediate levers, including:
* Room uplift & configuration: staged accommodation additions designed to lift net income and strengthen asset value.
* Service capacity considerations: planning for utilities, access, parking, BOH functionality and fire/life-safety upgrades as part of any expansion.
* Planning pathway clarity: concept-led approach to approvals, enabling a buyer to quantify yield uplift and cap-rate compression potential.
The opportunity
This is the type of asset that suits investors who want stable property fundamentals today, with the option to execute a measured development strategy tomorrow—turning a regional icon into a higher-yielding accommodation-led investment in a destination on the rise.
Price: $1,500,000 plus SAV
For the Information Memorandum
Enquire today to receive the full Information Memorandum, lease details (where applicable), and development discussion pack.
Contact: Paul Beardmore
Confidential enquiries only.
