Archipelago International Opens 5 Star All Suites Hotel In Jakarta
Archipelago International has opened "The Grove Suites by Grand Aston", the groups latest 5 star flagship hotel and Archipelago's 20thhotel in the Indonesian capital.
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Archipelago International Brings The Alana Hotel Brand To Yogyakarta, Solo And Sentul
Following the success Indonesia's first Alana in Surabaya, Archipelago International is now gearing up to open three more Alana properties in Yogyakarta, Solo and Sentul, Bogor.
Louvre Hotels Group Unveils Plan to Open 30 Hotels in Indonesia
Louvre Hotels Group has unveiled aggressive expansion plans for Indonesia, aiming to open up to 30 hotels within the next three years under the Golden Tulip and Première Classe brands. The plan marks a further commitment to the destination following Golden Tulip's entry into the market in late 2012, since when it has opened the 138-room Golden Tulip Galaxy Banjarmasin, with a further six hotels for an additional 1,286 rooms scheduled to open this year.
Walter Hess has been appointed as General Manager at Chedi Club Jimbaran
Anticipating the launch of its fourth luxury hotel on Bali, GHM has named Walter Hess general manager of The Chedi Club Jimbaran Bali, set to open its doors later this year. A 44-year-old Swiss native with a prominent career in destinations as diverse as the Caribbean, Canada and Costa Rica, Hess arrives in Bali off his most recent post as resident manager at the highly acclaimed Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam. He received his hospitality training in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the prestigious École hôtelière de Lausanne, and spent five years honing his skills in the food and beverage arena at hotels in Geneva and Bern before relocating to Malaysia to work at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the state of Johor. Between 1997 and 2009, Hess caught his stride in key positions in the rooms divisions of a string of five-star Four Seasons hotels, where he climbed the ranks from front desk supervisor to director of rooms. After a two-year stint as Executive Assistant Manager of the One & Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives, Hess joined Singapore-based hotel group GHM in 2012.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts to Debut Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Indonesia
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that its fast-growing Four Points® by Sheraton brand will debut inIndonesia. Developed byIMB Group, Four Points by Sheraton Makassar is scheduled to open byMay 2015, and will mark Starwood's entry onto the island of Sulawesi.
Archipelago International opens favehotel Daeng Tompo, Indonesia
Archipelago International introduced new standards of accommodation to Makassar's Losari Beach area with the highly anticipated opening ofthe favehotel Daeng Tompo. The ceremony was attended by The Mayor of the City of Makassar, Mr. DR. Ir. H.Ilham Arief Sirajuddin MM, Mr. Winston Hanes, Regional General Manager of Archipelago International and Mr. Robin Makmur, Commissaries PT. Yakin Harum Sukses.
Hilton Worldwide Launches DoubleTree by Hilton Brand in Indonesia
Hilton Worldwide and DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro, the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Indonesia. Conveniently located in the heart of Jakarta city, the new-build, upscale 253-room hotel opens with three dining outlets, including one modern all-day dining restaurant, as well as an outdoor pool, a kids' pool, seven meetings and events rooms, and 24-hour business and fitness centers. The hotel is 4.2 kilometers away from the Central Business District, near multinational companies, embassies, government offices as well as the city center's popular shopping, dining and entertainment landmarks such as Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia. "With its prime location in Jakarta's city center, DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro is the perfect location for our brand to debut in Indonesia," said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "We look forward to introducing our unique service culture to our Indonesian guests and welcoming international travelers who have stayed with us in other destinations. Starting with the iconic warm chocolate chip cookie welcome, presented to each guest upon arrival, and extending through every aspect of their stay, visitors to our new hotel will experience what we mean when we say it is the "little things" that can make all the difference during a hotel stay and that is where DoubleTree by Hilton excels." Spanning more than 1,400 square meters of meeting and banquet spaces, DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro offers seven versatile function rooms which can cater to a variety of meetings and events including a standing reception of up to 800 persons in the hotel's Makara Ballroom. The large, flexible Makara ballroom is pillar-less and features an eight-meter high ceiling. Other features to the meeting facility include a dedicated porte-cochere and a naturally-lit foyer that leads to the outdoor garden. A 24-hour business center allows guests to stay connected and productive throughout their visit. "The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro marks the addition of our third brand to our portfolio in Indonesia," said Martin Rinck, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton Worldwide. "The development of our portfolio within this market has been gaining momentum in recent months and we continue to be committed to expanding our footprint in Indonesia. I am excited that DoubleTree by Hilton has made its debut in the metropolitan city of Jakarta and am confident that the hotel will offer visitors to this vibrant capital a warm, friendly, world-class hospitality experience." The hotel offers three innovative dining and entertainment options including the all-day dining restaurant, OPEN, which features three show kitchen stations that serve local Indonesian, Asian and Western cuisines as well as a barista counter to serve fresh coffee specialties. Guests can unwind in the cozy T LOUNGE which serves a variety of gourmet coffees, cocktails and premium wines. By the poolside, guests can relax at KREM pool bar which offers a selection of ice creams, as well as local and Western-style light bites. Guests can also enjoy the comforts and convenient features of the spacious guestrooms including the DoubleTree by Hilton Sweet Dreams™ bed, a 42-inch LCD TV, and a large workspace with internet access and Wi-Fi connectivity. Guests can re-energize at the wellness center that includes a 24-hour fitness center fully furnished with LifeFitness® health equipment. Located next to the swimming pool and kids' pool, the wellness center also features spa facilities including three therapy rooms with attached whirlpools. As part of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio, DoubleTree by Hilton offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for stays through the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program. Guests staying at the first DoubleTree in Indonesia can earn 1,000 bonus points per night for a minimum stay of three nights between May 4 and August 31, 2014, inclusive. For additional information and reservations, visit www.jakartadiponegoro.doubletree.com or [email protected]. Media can access more information about Doubletree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro at http://news.doubletree.com/jakartadiponegoro. Find more news about DoubleTree by Hilton hotel openings at http://news.doubletree.com.
Sven Fitjer has been appointed as Hotel Manager at The Laguna, a Starwood Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
A German native, Fitjer has more than 20 years of experience at international hotel chains in Asia, Australia and the US.
Maximilian von Reden has been appointed as General Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Maximilian von Reden will succeed Mr Bradford as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta. Mr von Reden has a 21 year career history in hospitality and joined the Group in 2007 as Executive Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. Most recently, Mr von Reden was Hotel Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo.
Stephane Simond has been appointed as Executive Chef at Alila Villas Uluwatu
Stephane’s culinary career began at the age of 15 with an apprenticeship in l’Auberge Lamartine, one Michelin-starred restaurant in his hometown in the eastern part of France, right in the heart of the Alps. After graduating, he worked in establishments across France and Switzerland; Vista Palace Hotel in Roquebrune Cap Martin, Chateau de Divonne in Divonne-Les-Bains and Relais chateaux La Reserve in Albi. His love for travel took him to the Caribbean where he worked in the kitchens of the beautiful Hotel Le Toiny on the island of St Barthelemy, a Relais& Chateaux property, and La Samanna Hotel by Orient Express in St Maarten.
Australia's Peppers Retreats & Resorts Open First Hotel In Asia
Renowned throughout Australia and New Zealand for their captivating locations and world-class cuisine, Peppers Retreats & Resorts have now added Bali to the portfolio with the rebranding of the former Sentosa Seminyak all-villa luxury resort.
Siddharth Biswas has been named Resident Manager at Alila Villas Uluwatu
Siddharth Biswas has joined Alila as Resident Manager at Alila Villas Uluwatu. Siddharth began his career after graduating from the prestigious Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne in Switzerland. His first rolewas with the world’s largest catering company Compass Group PLC, before joining Kempinski Hotel’s head office. Siddharth went on to work at established properties and as part of several pre-opening teams across Europe, South East Asia, Africa, the Middle East and China. In his new position Siddharth will play a key role in the everyday operations and running of the hotel, working closely with the resort’s General Manager, Marco Groten, to continue providing the best of high-end personalised service for their guests.
Patrick Murray has been appointed as General Manager at Alila Jakarta
Patrick has over 30 years experience in the hospitality industry.He started his career with the Intercontinental Hotel in London before going on to work in some of the capital’s most recognised hotels, including The Ritz Hotel, The Berkeley, Hyatt Carlton Tower and the Hyde Park Hotel before moving to Australia where he was part of the opening team for the Grand Hyatt in Melbourne. Patrick has garnered extensive international experience during his career having worked in China, Bahrain, Oman, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, Cambodia, Bali and Boracay. He was also part of the opening teams for the Prince Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, the Legends Hotel on Australia’s Gold Coast and Palazzo Versace, the first Versace hotel in the world. Throughout his career, Patrick has received numerous awards for his ability to recognize and nurture developing talent, this will continue to be a strong focus in his new role at Alila Jakarta, alongside the day to day operations of this 245 room design hotel.
Best Western Debuts in Sulawesi, Indonesia
Best Western International's rapid expansion in Indonesia is gathering pace, with the opening of the company's first ever hotel on the magical island of Sulawesi. Located in the island's main international gateway city and commercial capital, Makassar, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Makassar Beach is a modern, upscale hotel located in the very heart of the action. Set on the main Jalan Botolempangan, which is home to a variety of vibrant restaurants and lively food stalls, the hotel is also just minutes from Losari Beach.
Four More NEO Hotels Coming To Jakarta In 2015
Archipelago International, Indonesia's leading hotel operator, has recently announced plans to expand its portfolio of NEO hotels in Jakarta, adding four more NEO hotels to the capital city in 2015.
The St. Regis Bali Resort Celebrates 5th Anniversary
The St. Regis Bali Resort, one of the finest luxury hotels in Indonesia celebrated its 5th Anniversary on 28th February 2014. This date marked the beginning of yearlong, 360-degree celebrations surrounding the number "5".
Luke Macleod has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Legian Bali
Luxury resort The Legian Bali, managed by (GHM) General Hotel Management announces the appointment of Luke MacLeod as its new Executive Chef.
Archipelago On Track To Grow To 100 Hotels By The End Of 2014
On March 19th, during the illustrious annual "Aston Fair Trade Show", a tourism industry business to business event that brings together hundreds of representatives of Jakarta's Travel Trade Industry, Media Communities and Archipelago Hotels from far and beyond Indonesia and Malaysia Archipelago International, the maverick Indonesian Hotel operator with Hawaiian roots, took the opportunity to announce the group's future development plans.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Signs Agreement for New Property in Jakarta
Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of a new management agreement with PT. Putragaya Wahana to introduce the Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Resorts property in Jakarta, Indonesia. Scheduled to open in 2018, the 181-room Waldorf Astoria Jakarta will be the second property of the legendary luxury brand's portfolio in Indonesia. "Today's announcement underlines Waldorf Astoria's commitment to strengthening and expanding our growing portfolio of landmark properties in key destinations around the world," said John Vanderslice, global head, luxury brands, Hilton Worldwide. "Waldorf Astoria has become the luxury hotel brand for defining unforgettable experiences for discerning travelers. Guests of Waldorf Astoria Jakarta can expect to receive True Waldorf Service resulting in a truly luxurious experience."
Sunlake Group of Hotels in Jakarta Adds Full Portfolio to Pegasus Connect+
Sunlake Group of Hotels in Jakarta has moved its full portfolio of privately owned hotels to Pegasus Connect+. The four five-star Indonesian hotels, including the Hotel Merlynn Park, Sunlake Hotel Jakarta, Metro Hotel Semarang and Hotel Manhattan Jakarta, will now be available through the global distributions systems (GDSs) and TravelSky in China under Pegasus Solutions' "UI" chain code. All four hotels can now also drive bookings through hundreds of Pegasus-connected online channels.