Sid Bhatia has been appointed General Manager at Moxy Sydney Airport
With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Sid brings a wealth of knowledge from roles across Australia and New Zealand. His previous positions include General Manager at Vibe Hotel and Cluster GM for TFE Hotels in the Northern Territory, where he successfully navigated the challenges of the pandemic and helped position the properties as market leaders.
In 2022, he was a finalist in Hotel Management magazine's General Manager of the Year award.
Sid joins a dynamic team at Moxy as the hotel continues to redefine what travellers can expect from an airport stay—combining fun, functionality, and relaxation just minutes away from their next journey.
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