DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside — Photo by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside — Photo by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside — Photo by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside — Photo by Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside, its first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Putrajaya. Owned by Indaman Putrajaya Sdn Bhd, the 290-room hotel is managed by Hilton.

Located in the heart of Malaysia's third Federal Territory, DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside is a 20-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA 1 & 2), and 40 minutes from Kuala Lumpur city centre via the new KL-Putrajaya Expressway ⁠— positioning it as a convenient stopover for leisure and business travellers.

Apart from the amenities, the hotel is also surrounded by scenic spots for taking in the local sights. Guests will enjoy the resort's close proximity to attractions including the Millennium Monument, the pink Putra Mosque, Moroccan Pavilion and Putrajaya Botanical Garden, or stop at one of the nearby shopping malls for retail therapy, catch a blockbuster movie or try their hand at bowling.

Rooms and Facilities

Welcoming guests with 290 well-appointed rooms, the hotel has ten accommodation types to cater to different guest needs. All rooms are non-smoking, with complimentary Wi-Fi for Hilton Honors members, a flat-screen TV with HD channels, 24-hour room service as well as a work-desk for business travellers to work in comfort.

Relaxation options at DoubleTree Putrajaya Lakeside are aplenty. Children can enjoy themselves at the Splash Pool, while parents can dip in the Lakeside Pool, overlooking the serene Putrajaya lake or take some time at the fully-equipped fitness centre to work out a sweat.

Culinary Offerings

The resort features two restaurants with a rich and sumptuous array of local and international cuisines, catering to guests from morning to night:

  • Makan Kitchen is an all-day dining restaurant that is symbolic of Hilton's DoubleTree by Hilton brand in South East Asia, serving authentic Malaysian fare and specialty dishes across Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban and Peranakan cuisines.
  • KOFFEE, the deli located at the hotel's lobby, invites guests to rest and relax during the day while indulging in a wide selection of coffee and colourful display of pastries and light bites.

Meetings & Events

Being in the vicinity of Malaysia's federal administrative centre, DoubleTree Putrajaya is the ideal venue for corporate and intimate functions and events. Spanning a total of 3,773 square meters with the largest room setup at 926 square meters, the hotel has 22 meeting rooms that are all outfitted with an LCD projector, Wi-Fi and wired internet, video and teleconferencing facilities, a digital sound system as well as a dedicated Event Manager to provide technical support. With the latest technology facilities, innovation-driven conference organizers will be able to keep their audiences engaged with stunning virtual conferences, trade shows, meetings and augmented reality experiences with DoubleTree Putrajaya Lakeside's hybrid virtual studio.

Weddings couples planning their special day have a choice of hosting their reception in an indoor or outdoor setting. The pillarless Grand Ballroom is designed to fit up to 400 guests, which can also be partitioned into two smaller rooms for more intimate ceremonies, while the Temenggor meeting room offers an amazing view of the southern end of Putrajaya lake, which makes for a vogue yet relaxed occasion.

Elements of the Hilton CleanStay program will greet guests at DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside which will able guests to enjoy a clean and safe experience during their stay. The standards under Hilton CleanStay include a Hilton CleanStay Room Seal to show that a room has not been accessed since being thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, additional cleaning of common areas and items, contactless check-in, innovative disinfection technology and flexible housekeeping options. Guests can find more information at www.hilton.com/en/corporate/cleanstay/.

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