Peppers to Debut in Asia with Rebrand of Sentosa Seminyak in Indonesia
Australian hoteliers, Mantra Group, continue to forge ahead with expansion plans in Asia, today announcing that Sentosa Seminyak will join its Peppers brand in March.
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Hyatt Announces Plan for the First Andaz Resort in Bali
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with P.T. Wynncor Bali for an Andaz resort in Bali, Indonesia. Upon completion, the hotel will be the first Andaz-branded offering in Southeast Asia.
Ian Jones has been appointed as General Manager at Alila Seminyak
Alila Hotels and Resorts, a luxury operator with boutique hotels and resorts in India and Asia Pacific, has appointed Ian Jones as the General Manager for Alila Seminyak, a new resort due to open in Bali in late 2014.
Swiss-Belhotel International Adds to Its Global Empire with Grand Opening of Swiss-Belhotel Balikpapan
Global hospitality management company Swiss-Belhotel International's exponential expansion across the Asia-Pacific and the rest of the world has continued with the grand opening of the Swiss-Belhotel Balikpapan in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. The 24 January launch of the four-star international-standard property with ocean views in the heart of Jalan Jenderal Sudirman has increased Swiss-Belhotel's impressive footprint in Indonesia's booming hospitality sector, where it has been named the leading global hotel chain the past three years.
Mandarin Oriental To Open A Luxury Resort In Bali, Indonesia
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today announced that it will manage a luxurious hideaway resort in Bali, Indonesia. Mandarin Oriental, Bali, which is slated to open at the end of 2016, will be located on Bali's southern Bukit peninsula, and will form part of the luxurious Bukit Pandawa development. Perched on a cliffside plateau, the resort will offer dramatic and spectacular 180 degree views with direct access to a secluded and protected white-sand beach.
Bali Hotel Guide’s connectivity to RezGain is great news for hotels
With the continuing growth of tourism in Bali local accommodations of all sizes have a challenge to deploy their energy and resources in the most effective way possible. By developing a partnership with RateGain, Bali Hotel Guide has taken steps to help the Bali hotel market more efficiently access the large volume of potential guests seeking useful information and full-service assistance for their Bali vacation.
Rene Mayer has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Regent Bali
Prior to joining Regent, Mr. Mayer was director of sales and marketing at Sofitel Plaza Hanoi, where he focused on the collective goals of the luxury hotel chain. Previously, Mayer served as director of global sales worldwide for Vienna International Hotels & Resorts, Austria and cluster director of sales for Hilton Mainz International, among others. Mr. Mayer holds his masters in hospitality management from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and a business studies degree in economics, marketing and sales from VWA Frankfurt, Germany.
Jamal Hussain has been appointed as General Manager at Regent Bali
Mr. Hussain comes to the Regent Bali from Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, where he held senior positions in Maldives, Bintan, Singapore and Bali. Mr. Hussain’s resume includes tenures with prestigious properties located in Europe and Asia, and brings with him a wealth of 36 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Some of these properties include: Hilton Vienna, Grand Hyatt Jakarta, Grand Hyatt Taipei, Peninsula Hong Kong, privately owned Palace of The Golden Horses in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; and Banyan Tree properties in Maldives, Bintan and Bali.
Best Western Brings Royal Comforts to Central Jakarta
Best Western International (BWI) has launched a new hotel in Jakarta, designed to make guests feel like royalty! The new BEST WESTERN Grand Palace Kemayoran is set in an impressive four-story building in the heart of Central Jakarta’s fast-emerging Kelapa Gading area.
Indonesia - a 2013 market snapshot and the outlook for 2014 and beyond
There are many reasons to be optimistic about the future of Indonesia and indeed tourism in and around Indonesia, with numerous incredible destinations that have barely been discovered by adventure tourists let alone the mass market. Of these, attention is being given to the “16 priority destinations” as earmarked by the government in 2012 and real inroads are being made to improve infrastructure including airports, highways, railways and seaports.
By Matt Gebbie, Director, Pacific Asia, Horwath
Hyatt Announces Plans for Hyatt Regency Sentul City
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with PT Eka Ilalang Suryadinamika for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Sentul City, Indonesia. Hyatt Regency Sentul City will be the sixth Hyatt-branded hotel in Indonesia.
GHM To Unveil Chedi Club Jimbaran, Bali in Summer 2014
The hotel management group that gave travellers The Nam Hai, The Legian Bali and The Chedi Muscat has revealed plans for its latest luxury offering: an all-villa enclave set at Jimbaran on Bali.
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. Announces Future Ritz-Carlton Reserve Location in Bali – The Island of a Thousand Temples
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has announced Bali, Indonesia as the next stunning location of a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The exclusive resort is set to open in Ubud in the summer of 2015, joining the beautiful collection which includes Phulay Bay, Thailand and Dorado Beach in Puerto Rico.
Singgasana Hotels & Resorts Partners With Trust International for Worldwide Distribution
Singgasana Hotels and Resorts today announced a partnership with Trust International to use a wide array of Trust's hotel distribution services, including CRS, GDS, IDS (direct connect), IBE, Mobilebooker, and PMS Interface. Singgasana Hotels and Resorts, a premier hospitality management company, will use Trust's distribution services for its deluxe and first class hotels, residences, a golf course and an international convention centre in key destinations in Indonesia, such as its flagship properties The Sultan Hotel & Residence Jakarta, Ayodya Resort Bali, the Jakarta Convention Center and properties in Bandung, Surabaya, Makassar and Lombok.
Langham Hospitality Group Announces First Hotel In Jakarta
Langham Hospitality Group announced today an agreement with Agung Sedayu Group to operate The Langham hotel in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia. Strategically located within the prestigious new complex of District 8 at SCBD (Sudirman Central Business District) with easy access and close proximity to the city's most important financial, cultural and entertainment centres, The Langham, Jakarta is expected to open in 2017."The Indonesian capital has long been a key aspiration for Langham Hospitality Group and we have waited a long time to find the perfect opportunity to add to The Langham collection," said Brett Butcher, chief executive officer of Langham Hospitality Group. "The hotel and residences, both of which will bear The Langham name, will be an integral cornerstone in this new super complex of District 8. Together with the owning company Agung Sedayu Group, we look forward to creating a prestigious luxury lifestyle centre that will be a landmark in Jakarta."Evelina Setiawan, marketing director of Agung Sedayu Group stated, "For more than 30 years, Agung Sedayu has become a trusted developer that is committed to build the best properties and be an inspiration to other developers in Indonesia." Alex Kusuma, chief executive officer of District 8 added, "We are proud and delighted to partner with Langham Hospitality Group to bring the impeccable service standards and unrivalled heritage from Europe's first grand hotel to our capital."Designed by the Singapore office of Smallwood, Reynolds, Stewart, Stewart (SSRS) – one of the world's top 10 international architectural firms (* Source: Engineering News Record 2007) - The Langham, Jakarta, with 170 well-appointed rooms and 30 suites - will feature classic but elegantly contemporary interiors, with exacting attention to detail, reflective of the brand's heritage as one of the premier grand hotels in Europe. Starting from 42 square metres to the opulently elegant 327-square metre penthouse, The Langham, Jakarta has a wide range of rooms, studio, one and two bedroom suites to suit business, corporate groups or guests travelling for leisure.In particular, the suites at The Langham, Jakarta boast some of the best views in the city. Each is meticulously planned and designed to take advantage of the open, unobstructed cityscape of Jakarta's bustling central business district and financial centreThe culinary journey at The Langham, Jakarta will be an odyssey of dining experiences that will suit every discerning palate. A tradition made famous by The Langham more than 148 years ago is the signature afternoon tea served at Palm Court. Modeled after its namesake at The Langham, London which was the first grand hotel to serve this delightful presentation in 1865, the Palm Court at The Langham, Jakarta will set the definitive standard in serving stylish and elegant afternoon teas in the city.Headlining the other culinary offerings will be T'ang Court, the signature Cantonese restaurant reminiscent of its Michelin-starred counterpart at The Langham, Hong Kong; a sake and sushi bar; and the all-day dining restaurant featuring international cuisine and which may accommodate 120 guests. For those who enjoy a more languidly chic experience, there is the Sky Bar and Lounge, and a poolside bar, all of which will offer guests an appetizing selection of drinks and bite-sized meals. The hotel will also feature a Club Lounge offering complimentary food and beverage presentations throughout the day and dedicated concierge serviceLeisure travelers will enjoy the all-encompassing Chuan Spa that will provide treatments inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophies in a serene, meditative setting. This 670 square meter (7,211 square foot) spa will offer private treatment rooms as well as a fully-equipped fitness centre and an indoor swimming pool. As the perfect setting for society weddings, high-level conferences, special social events and luxury product launches, The Langham, Jakarta will showcase more than 2,100 square meters (22,600 square foot) of flexible space, including a magnificent 900-square meter (9,680 square foot) ballroom that is divisible by two, along with an additional 11 meeting rooms.Complementing the hotel will be The Langham Residences with 57 luxuriously-appointed apartments set over 19 floors in the same tower. Also due for completion in 2017, the residences will feature generous space design, the largest and most exclusive of which is The Presidential Langham; which promises a magnificent view of the city, elegantly-designed bedrooms and private elevator access from the lobby or car park. About Agung Sedayu GroupAgung Sedayu Group is Indonesia's leading property developer, with prime retail, commercial and residential properties in its portfolio. With over three decades' experience in the industry, Agung Sedayu Group's mission is to develop qualified property product with efficiency and punctuality, with its goal in becoming the most trusted property developer and the market leader in Indonesia. For more information, visit www.agungsedayu.com.
Marlieke Janssen has been appointed as Cluster Digital Marketing Manager at Starwood Bali Resorts Collection
Starwood Bali Resorts Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of Marlieke Janssen as the Cluster Digital Marketing Manager for the newly opened Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort and Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran. Dutch born, Marlieke grew in the early stages of her career Carlton Beach Hotel in Scheveningen, in which she later on returns to embark on her career in reservations, revenue and sales & marketing. In 2012, she arrived in Jakarta to start her new adventure with The Media Hotel & Towers as the Online Marketing Manager.
Lillian Tan has been appointed as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing at Starwood Bali Resorts Collection
Starwood Bali Resorts Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of Lillian Tan as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for the newly opened Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort and Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran, Lillian will also oversee the opening of two new Starwood properties in the coming years – The Westin Ubud Resort & Spa and The Sarasvati, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa. Malaysia born hotelier with more than 18 years of experience, Lillian started her career with Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur before starting her journey with Starwood Hotels & Resorts with The Westin Kuala Lumpur and her venture overseas in Thailand followed by an extensive track in Beijing.
IHG Celebrates First Holiday Inn Express Hotel in Indonesia
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened Indonesia’s first ever Holiday Inn Express hotel in Central Java’s cosmopolitan capital city of Semarang. The 198-room Holiday Inn Express Semarang Simpang Lima paves the way for the brand’s expansion across Indonesia, with plans for 13 more Holiday Inn Express hotels to open across the country over the next few years.
Best Western Opens in Historic North Jakarta
Best Western International (BWI) has continued its rapid expansion in Indonesia with the launch of a new hotel in Jakarta - BEST WESTERN Hariston. Located in North Jakarta, the newly-built midscale hotel brings more than 200 contemporary rooms and suites to this fast-growing region, close to the city's port and just 20 minutes' drive from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Alasdair Davidson has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Alila Ubud
Alasdair Davidson is also an established member of the team having worked with Alila Hotels and Resorts for 3 years. Alasdair has more than 20 years international experience acquired in the Maldives, India, Australia and Fiji. He joins Alila Ubud from Alila Diwa Goa in India where he held the position of Executive Assistant Manager. Alasdair has now been appointed Hotel Manager at Bali’s iconic Alila Ubud.