Marriott International, Inc. announced the opening of Penang Marriott Complex, marking the company’s 50th property in Malaysia. A premier development that represents a significant milestone for the company in Malaysia, the complex comprises three properties – Penang Marriott Hotel, Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang and Marriott Residences Penang.
The signing ceremony was graced by His Royal Highness, Tuanku Raja Muda of Perlis and Chairman of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (centre) joined by Dato' Yeoh Yih Sean, Director of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (on his left), Mr. Kevin Chen, Senior Vice President Hotel Development, Asia Pacific Marriott International (on his right) and witnessed by esteemed Directors from Westfield Global Sdn Bhd and representatives from Marriott International.
AMARI SPICE HOTEL, the first AMARI hotels and resorts business hotel brand by ONYX Hospitality Group in Penang, has announced the appointment of Noorazzudin Omar as the General Manager. The 30-year experience veteran in the hospitality industry has joined the property as it leads the revival of Penang hospitality tourism market with its 5-star business accommodations, great food and beverage, and its iconic landmark in Setia SPICE, Penang's prominent M.I.C.E and business tourism destination.
Marriott International Inc has signed an agreement with Rackson Hospitality Sdn Bhd to bring the Paris-born Le Méridien brand to Penang, which is the 200-room Le Méridien Penang Airport hotel.
Courtyard by Marriott Penang welcomes General Manager, Subash Basrur to the Pearl of the Orient. Subash brings with him a wealth of experience in the luxury hotel industry, having managed hotels and resorts in Australia, China and Japan.
Property developer Tropicana Corp Bhd, in partnership with Marriott International, opened Courtyard by Marriott Penang on Sept 4. Comprising 199 rooms and suites, the new hotel is the first Courtyard by Marriott in Malaysia and the hotel chain's 17th in the country.
Courtyard by Marriott today announces the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Penang - the first Courtyard debut in Malaysia. Located along the bustling Jalan Macalister in the heart of Penang's UNESCO-listed George Town, the new 199-room Courtyard by Marriott Penang is set to provide the best hotel experience so guests can pursue their personal and professional passions while on the road.
Batu Ferringhi, Penang, 27 September 2018 - Hard Rock Hotel Penang is proud to be the first Hard Rock Hotel in Malaysia to integrate 'Handy' smartphone, a hassle-free travel buddy with 24/7 connectivity for next-generation travellers. The 'Handy' smartphone service provides modern travellers with unlimited local and international calls to six destinations (Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Australia, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom), high-speed int ernet connection with unlimited data within Penang, a complete digital insider travel guide providing guests with easy access to local information and exclusive discounted offers and; a built-in GPS mapping functionality with destination-specific content, all at no cost. The device also equips guests with enhanced functions like making room-to-room calls from outside their room, accessing personalised concierge service and receives important messages and promotions from the hotel. This innovative and fully-functional travel device is conveniently available in all 250 rooms and serves as a special amenity addition to increase guest satisfaction and brand loyalty. With smart-room automation, each 'Handy' phone is available to guests as soon as they enter their room, giving them instant access to cutting-edge technology and fast service. The 'Handy' smart device also enables guests to fully utilize its travel features anywhere during their stay so they can easily navigate the island and better explore the island. "We are thrilled to be the first Hard Rock Hotel in Malaysia to offer our guests the latest technology that greatly benefits them and provides them with the convenience and freedom to always stay connected. We are confident that the 'Handy' integration will reshape our guest's experience to make smart accommodation choices, especially among tech-savvy modern travellers. We also think this latest initiative will set a new benchmark for offering our guests with the best Hard Rock service and brand loyalty," John Primmer, the general manager of Hard Rock Hotel Penang relates. To safeguard the guest's privacy, all browsing history, personal information and downloaded applications are completely wiped from the device upon check-out and are automatically reset back to the original settings.
Edward brings more than 25 years of industry experience from his home country Ireland, United Kingdom and Asia. After graduating from Shannon Hotel School and the University of Buckingham, Edward accumulated experience in operations and sales and marketing from Forte Hotel Group, Le Meridien, InterContinental Group, GLH Hotels and Shangri-La. He has been General Manager to eight different properties prior to taking the helm at PARKROYAL Penang Resort. Edward is no stranger to Malaysia having been the General Manager of Thistle Johor Bahru and also managing Thistle Port Dickson Resort previously. He was most recently the General Manager of Hotel Jen Manila by Shangri-La for three years
David has over 25 years of experience in the hotel industry, with vast international experience in countries across Central and Southeast Asia. He possesses years of senior management and hotel pre-opening experience for numerous 4 and 5-star hotels and resorts of luxury nature.
Hailing from South Africa, Tane has been in the hospitality industry for 16 years and garnered valuable hotel management experience in almost 10 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, China, Singapore and the Middle East.
Prakash Kumaran also brings over 25 years of hospitality experience to Sunway Hotels & Resorts. The Malaysian national joins as General Manager of Sunway Hotel Georgetown and Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya in Penang, Malaysia from his most recent role as the Cluster Pre-Opening General Manager for the 1,001-room NH Haikou Meilan International Hotel and the 334-room NH Sanya Phoenix International Hotel in Sanya, China; a joint venture project between NH Hotels together with the Hainan-based HNA Group’s subsidiary company, HNA Hospitality. Prakash also served as General Manager in a number of Tangla Hotels & Resorts and HNA Hotels & Resorts properties in China. Before China, Prakash held various rooms division management roles with numerous global hotel brands in Malaysia, Singapore and the United States.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Exopuri Development Sdn Bhd to develop a new 288-room Holiday Inn & Suites on mainland Penang.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts SEA is pleased to announce the appointment of Norliza Omar as the new General Manager of Four Points by Sheraton Penang.
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La announces the appointment of Tane Picken as its new Hotel Manager. A hotelier with over 14 years of experience across Africa, Middle East, China, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, Mr Picken will assist Ms. Elaine Yue, General Manager of Shangri-la Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, in managing the daily operations and developing key strategies for the 387 guest room family resort at Golden Sands Resort.
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of a management agreement with Pinnacle Nexus Sdn. Bhd. (a member of Cornerstone Partners) to open DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang. Located in the northern beach area of Penang near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang will add to the existing pipeline of five hotels in Malaysia where Hilton Worldwide currently operates six hotels under the Hilton and DoubleTree by Hilton brands.
The Hotel Neo+ Penang - Malaysia is located on Gurdwara Road in Georgetown, within walking distance to the famous New Lane Hawker Centre as well as to the 7th Street Market - more popularly known as Chit Tiau Lor Ban San. Those interested in arts and culture will be pleased to know that the hotel is located just opposite the Hin Bus Depot Art Centre and is in close proximity to the popular Penang Street Art designs located at the UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Armenian Street and Ah Queen Street.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Adrian Stoppe as the new General Manager of Four Points by Sheraton Penang. Stoppe brings a wealth of food and beverage and operational management experience to this new role. He will oversee all management functions at the hotel and will be instrumental in driving further revenue growth in both business and leisure segments.
Shangri-La’s Hotels and Resorts has recently appointed Elaine Yue as the new general manager at Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang. Yue joins Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang with a wealth of operational experience gained from working in flagship Shangri-La properties. She was also resident manager of Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur while the property was undergoing a major renovation, and through a combination of knowledge, experience and dedication, she successfully oversaw the transition and ensured that upgrading works were completed on schedule. Commenting on her new appointment, Yue said: “Being in Chiang Mai for almost three years has taught me to be more task-orientated, yet patient when dealing with staff and guests. I am very excited to be back in Penang and to be working with such an impressive team.
Desmond Hatton, general manager of Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang, is pleased to announce the appointment of Philippe Clarinval as the resort's resident manager effective June 2010. Mr. Clarinval reports directly to the general manager and will play a vital role in overseeing the resort's operational activities, particularly in the areas of service and quality delivery in the rooms and food and beverage departments.