Marina Bay Resort

Chroma Group successfully delivered the full refurbishment of Marina Resort in Nelson Bay, transforming the existing 44-room, two-star hotel into a contemporary 48-room luxury resort overlooking the Port Stephens Marina.

Chroma Group was engaged as managing contractor to coordinate refurbishment works within Marina Bay Resort as part of an upgrade to guest accommodation, public areas, and a new resort-style pool and associated facilities. The project required early planning input, procurement coordination and staged delivery to support efficient sequencing and delivery control throughout the works.

The refurbishment introduced a timeless coastal aesthetic, combining clean architectural forms with natural materials including sandstone, timber, and lush landscaping to create a welcoming resort environment that celebrates its waterfront setting. The project demanded careful planning and coordination, especially when faced with severe weather conditions throughout external groundworks phases.

Under the managing contractor model, Chroma Group supported the client and design team by coordinating design intent, trade package planning, procurement sequencing and construction delivery while achieving the quality and finish standards expected of a resort hospitality asset. Through coordinated delivery and meticulous execution, Chroma Group successfully realised the design vision while meeting the client's programme, operational, and quality objectives, delivering a premium hospitality destination that enhances the guest experience and maximises the property's exceptional coastal location.

Completed: September 2025
Designer: The Stella Collective
Client: DOMA Group