Intrepid Travel has announced the acquisition of two new properties, a 17-room Riad in Marrakech, Morocco and the 20-room Edge of the Bay resort in Tasmania, Australia.
In Marrakech, Intrepid’s new traditional Moroccan guesthouse covers 470m2 and is located within 5 minutes’ walk of the famous medina. The property was acquired from a private owner and Intrepid will fully operate it from July 2025. Guests will be able to enjoy culinary experiences in the medina and onsite, with chefs being recruited via Intrepid’s foundation partner, the Amal Association, which provides culinary skills training to women in Morocco.
The Edge of the Bay property is located in Coles Bay on Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula and sits on 18-acres of land with views over Wineglass Bay. The property was established in 1980 by Jill and Ray Johnston and the family has operated it since then. The company will embed its Intrepid Foundation partner Greening Australia at the property, including through introducing new nature-based guest experiences, as well as fundraising for the NGO.
This is the latest move in Intrepid’s new accommodation strategy, which aims to create a portfolio of ‘boutique’ (small inventory) accommodation experiences that have community and impact at their core. These properties, which can be booked independently of Intrepid tours, will be responsibly operated, designed to give customers a true Intrepid experience while giving back to the community.
The two additions see Intrepid’s accommodation offerings grow to four. It already purchased the Daintree Ecolodge in Tropical North Queensland in 2023 and has a multi-year lease on a hotel in Hoi An in Vietnam. The company has plans to grow to 20 properties worldwide in the next three years.
“Our approach to accommodation is underpinned by a commitment to preserving culture, fostering connection, supporting communities and boosting travel’s economic contribution within the local community,” Intrepid Travel CEO James Thornton said.
“At the heart of this strategy is Intrepid’s accommodation philosophy: To offer an immersive stay that acts as a gateway to explore the destination and connect meaningfully to its community, culture and environment, while providing a comfortable base to relax” added Celine Hurelle, Intrepid’s GM Accommodation.
