The Edgewater Hotel is holding Open Days today and tomorrow to showcase its refurbishment and new accommodation facilities in Devonport.

The Edgewater will open its doors to local businesses and the tourism industry (by appointment only) with tours and luncheons on offer.

Renovations to the Edgewater began in June 2004 with Fairbrothers Devonport working on the project that included building 13 new terrace units with ten waterfront units currently being renovated.

"The Edgewater's Manager, Wolfgang Koch, has extensive experience in this industry and he and his team have done wonders to improve the facilities and standard of customer service at the Edgewater," said Peter Simmons, Chief Executive for Spirit of Tasmania .

"We now have terrace style accommodation and there will be an executive waterfront suite featuring a spa when the waterfront renovation and enlargement is finished. The accommodation is the first stage of this project," Mr Simmons said.

"The next stages include updating the reception area, developing an outdoor lounge and a complete renovation of the restaurant facilities.

"With corporate, group and government rates available, accommodation is heavily booked throughout December and January and it's a good indication that the project is delivering results," said Mr Simmons.

The two Open Days will run from 9am until 4.30pm. Any businesses, industry representatives or conference organisers wanting to make an appointment should contact The Edgewater on 03 6427 8441.

Spirit of Tasmania purchased The Edgewater in July 2003.

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For further information contact:

Christina Koullas, Corporate Communications Coordinator

Tel: 03 9206 6220

czk@spiritoftasmania.com.au