The Westin Dublin, Ireland Opens in the Heart of the City - Represents First Starwood Hotel Venture Into Ireland
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. / Oct. 17, 2001--Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
The Westin Dublin, representing Starwood's first hotel venture into Ireland, will offer an ambience of warmth and Irish hospitality together with the international level of services and amenities that are uniquely Westin. Starwood leases the hotel from the owners and developers, Treasury Holdings, Ireland and operates and manages the hotel under the Westin brand.
Occupying one of best locations in the city, overlooking Trinity College, The Westin Dublin is in the center of the main shopping and entertainment areas and is within easy walking distance of the International Financial Services Centre, Dublin's major business district.
"We are extremely proud of this new opening as it marks a significant step forward in the expansion of Starwood in Europe and, in particular, reinforces our commitment to developing the Westin brand in key new markets," said Roeland Vos, president of the Europe, Africa and Middle East Division of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. said, "Following the conversion to the Westin brand of some of our most spectacular hotels in Europe such as The Westin Palace, Madrid, we are now adding another luxury property that complements our portfolio perfectly."
The building housing The Westin Dublin has been carefully restored and incorporates the stunning architecture of two of the city's landmark buildings, dating back from 1863. A major feature of the hotel is the magnificent Banking Hall, timelessly restored to its original 19th century splendour, which serves as the main conference and banqueting room accommodating up to 160 for a seated banquet. Opulent marble pillars, tall mahogany doorways and magnificent detailing on the walls and ceiling together with state of the art technology, positions the venue as the most luxurious and unique ballroom in the city.
The hotel has 163 rooms satisfying the needs of both international business and leisure travelers, with Internet access and the ultimate comfort of Westin's innovative Heavenly Bed(TM). The Westin Dublin has 13 suites including the spectacular split level College Suite comprising of a living room, boardroom, private exercise area, Nordic steam room and dominating views of Trinity College. The Library Suites, named after Irish literary greats makes a lasting impression with their own living room and study.
The hotel's three food and beverage facilities combine innovation with style and comfort. The Exchange, a 90-seat restaurant, displays a fine sense of elegance and promises to be one of the most engaging dining experiences in the city center. The restaurant prides itself on using the freshest of Irish ingredients to produce an interesting blend of local, regional and international dishes.
The Mint bar, creatively transformed from the original bank's vaults, which have been in operation since the 1860's, is located under the Banking Hall. The original banking counter has been retained to form the central bar of this historic venue which makes The Mint one of the most unique meeting places in Dublin's city center.
The Atrium, an inspirational haven with lush palm trees, marble floors and intricate ironwork, is the perfect setting for afternoon tea or a glass of champagne.
Guests at The Westin Dublin will be able to earn their way toward free travel in Starwood's frequent guest program, Starwood Preferred Guest, voted the number one hotel frequency program by frequent travelers. Guests staying at The Westin Dublin from now until December 31, 2001 will earn double Starpoints. Starwood Preferred Guest features a vast global portfolio of properties, allowing guests to accumulate points and redeem awards at Westin, Sheraton, The Luxury Collection, Four Points by Sheraton and W brand hotels - representing more than 700 participating properties worldwide. The program allows for flexible award redemption without blackout dates and no point expiration for active members.
Westin Hotels & Resorts, with more than 120 hotels and resorts in 26 countries, is owned by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 750 properties in more than 80 countries and 110,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. With internationally renowned brands, Starwood is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchiser of hotels and resorts including: St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Sheraton, Westin, Four Points by Sheraton, W brands, as well as Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
