Opening in the heart of old Kuala Lumpur, The Chow Kit - an Ormond Hotel, will boast 113 rooms and suites in the eponymous Chow Kit neighborhood. Known for its bustling market and local businesses, Chow Kit will now be home to the first property from Ormond Hotels.
By 2023, approximately 3,000 guestrooms of the top-end segment will have entered the Kuala Lumpur luxury hotel market. Big brands such as Banyan Tree, Four Seasons and W made their presence in 2018, and brands such as Equatorial, Conrad, Regent, Jumeirah, SO Sofitel, Park Hyatt and Kempinski have began, or are expected to begin, operations within the next 5 years.
MoMo's, Ormond Group's new playful hospitality concept, will launch its first property in central Kuala Lumpur within the eclectic Chow Kit neighborhood this October. Home to 99 guest rooms, MoMo's KL will be a newly renovated, exciting hangout in the city, providing a fun and laid-back multi-dimensional space where visitors and locals can collide in harmony.
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's largest hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with City Motors Group for a new-built Holiday Inn in the affluent creative hub of Kuala Lumpur - Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Bangsar will be the fourth IHG property in the Malaysian capital.
Berjaya Hotels & Resorts ("BHR") today announced the appointment of Peter Wong as the Head of Operations. In his role, he will focus on developing strategies to increase the hotels' operational efficiency and improve guest satisfaction of all the hotels and resorts owned and managed by BHR. He is also in charge of the overall management and coordination of daily operations, ensuring the hotels operate according to the group's policies and professional guidelines.
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral welcomes Rubel Miah, as its newly appointed General Manager. Rubel joins the sassy 4-star Hotel with 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry with a solid foundation in driving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Early 2019 performance levels and profitability fundamentals produce an unfavorable short- to mid-term outlook for Kuala Lumpur’s hotel industry, according to data and analysis from STR.
Come Friday, 21 December, 2018, Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur Managed by Banyan Tree - the first hotel property under the Pavilion Group - will officially open its doors to the public.
The leading Spanish hotel group, Meliá Hotels International has announced the signing of INNSIDE Kuala Lumpur Cheras, an urban hotel located within an integrated development project called Eko Cheras which boasts a green and sustainable design approach in the capital of Malaysia. Joining Meliá Kuala Lumpur and an additional 3 properties in the pipeline, INNSIDE Kuala Lumpur Cheras will be the fifth property for Meliá Hotels International in Malaysia, reaffirming the hotel chain's commitment to Asia Pacific.
Kamal Munasinghe is now the general manager of Alila Bangsar Kuala Lumpur.
Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) award-winning, focused service brand of hotels welcomed media during a media event announcing the opening of its third hotel in Malaysia, Hilton Garden Inn Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman South, further establishing itself as the latest world-class hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur for every modern traveller seeking a Brighthearted stay.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and UEM Sunrise Berhad today celebrate the opening of the long-awaited Hyatt House Kuala Lumpur, Mont'Kiara, marking the brand's entry into the extended stay hotel segment in Malaysia and the Southeast Asian region. The Hyatt House hotel is strategically located in the exclusive, cosmopolitan community of Mont'Kiara, only minutes away from the Malaysian International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), the nation's largest exhibition center.
The RuMa Hotel and Residences, officially opens its doors in the vibrant heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, as the latest luxury hotel and residences by Urban Resort Concepts (URC). Seamlessly combining contemporary design with the expansive history and rich culture of Malaysia, The RuMa pays homage to its local heritage while redefining the luxury landscape in the vibrant capital. Comprised of 253 elegant guest rooms and suites, the new-build hotel provides sweeping views of the city's iconic Petronas Towers as well as other city highlights in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is delighted to announce the appointment of Steven Greenwood as Area General Manager of Malaysia with a concurrent appointment as General Manager of InterContinental Kuala Lumpur effective from 1 November 2018. Steven, a hospitality veteran with more than 22 years of experience, was most recently the Area General Manager of Bangkok and General Manager, Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park. Steven joined IHG in 1996 on the company's graduate program at the InterContinental London Park Lane and his career has taken him across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, New Zealand, Australia and Thailand. Steven brings a wealth of experience from within the InterContinental Hotels Group, particularly with InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, where he has driven great results across key metrics including guest satisfaction, financial performance and service over the years. In his role as Area General Manager Malaysia, Steven will be responsible for driving the financial performance and operations for the Groups hotels in Malaysia, including InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie, Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Holiday Inn Melaka and Holiday Inn Resort Penang. As General Manager for InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, Steven will oversee the operations of the 473-room hotel, located in the golden triangle of the city centre of Kuala Lumpur and within close proximity to the iconic Twin Towers and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
Travelodge Hotels (Asia) Pte. Ltd., announces the opening of Travelodge Central Market, its second property in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. The launch of the refreshed 198-room hotel is a testament to the brand's rapid expansion plans in Malaysia and the wider Asian region.
Gregory Gubiani has been appointed as the new General Manager of The Westin Kuala Lumpur. Armed with over 14 years of hospitality experience, Greg will be leading the team to provide a whole new level of experience to its guests and expand the brand further to the local market.
Gregory Gubiani (Greg), has been appointed as the new General Manager of The Westin Kuala Lumpur. Armed with over 14 years of hospitality experience, Greg will be leading the team to provide a whole new level of experience to its guests and expand the brand further to the local market.
Regent Kuala Lumpur will be situated next to Tun Razak Exchange project which is set to become the next financial district of Kuala Lumpur and an extension to the city's golden triangle known for its commercial, shopping and entertainment options. A 45-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Regent Kuala Lumpur will be the luxury address in Malaysia's capital.
W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, Inc., today announced the opening of W Kuala Lumpur, marking the iconic brand's first-ever hotel in Malaysia. Owned by Tropicana Corporation Berhad, W Kuala Lumpur opens its doors in the heart of the capital, steps from the world-famous Petronas Twin Towers. Through bold, innovative design, W Kuala Lumpur immerses guests in the city's wildly lush greenery, globally renowned cuisine, centuries-old history and growing appetite for playful luxury.
Dean Rossilli has been named Area General Manager for Malaysia to pave the way for the Group's plans to have six hotels open across the three key gateway cities of Peninsula Malaysia by 2021. Currently based at Amari Johor Bahru, Dean joined ONYX from Pan Pacific Hotels Group where he held General Manager roles in Indonesia and Singapore. Throughout his 25-year career, he has held various leadership roles with companies and brands such as GLH Thistle, Marriott, Renaissance and Sheraton in Australia, UK, the US and Southeast Asia.