Starwood showcase St Regis Kuala Lumpur
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts have announced the debut of the brand’s 38th hotel with the opening of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.
Located in the Kuala Lumpur Sentral Precinct and owned by One IFC, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur combines both, modern day glamour with old-world elegance, encompassing thoughtful design elements for convenience, privacy and security.
“The St. Regis brand is growing in the most vibrant and sought-after destinations around the globe and the debut in Kuala Lumpur, in partnership with One IFC, truly marks an incredible milestone for our company,” says Jim Petrus, Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts: “The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s strategic location, tech-forward facilities, and sophisticated services will offer the finest guest experiences imaginable, crafted for today’s luminaries who make our hotels their home away from home.”
Inspired by a luxurious Manhattan apartment, with interiors and architecture by G.A. Design, the hotel utilises a timeless design scheme combining historical context and opulence. The art collection includes the 3.5 metres horse sculpture by Fernando Botero; Grace Thunders, a specially commissioned diptych of two 4.9 metres hand-etched leather murals by Mark Evans depicting a powerful polo charge; and a three-dimensional Birds and Butterflies artwork by Barnaby Hosking.
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur features 208 guestrooms, each with a walk-in wardrobe. The Royal Suite, spanning 353m2, offers private elevator access, an outdoor terrace with skyline views, a show kitchen, separate walk-in wardrobes as well as an en-suite massage room and gym.
“The collaboration with Starwood’s ultra-luxury brand further positions Kuala Lumpur as a global city, redefining luxury hospitality in Malaysia and the region. As a niche property developer, we are committed to setting new benchmarks for the St. Regis brand, putting modern technology at the forefront of this development. The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur’s distinct style will allow guests to enjoy the city’s largest standard rooms, exquisite dining venues and avant-garde event spaces,” comments Carmen Chua, Chief Executive Officer of One IFC.
The hotel offers six restaurant and bar venues including Taka by Sushi Saito, the first restaurant to open outside Tokyo by Michelin-starred chef Takashi Saito. The Brasserie delivers a European café experience during the day and transforms into a contemporary French-Mediterranean bistro in the evening, while The Astor Bar and Decanter serve a range of cocktails and selected wines by the master sommelier. The Crystal rooftop bar provides an elegant space for cocktails and champagne, whilst The Drawing Room presents The St. Regis afternoon tea.
The hotel features over 10,000m2 of private event space including the Grand Ballroom, Exchange Rooms, equipped with teleconferencing facilities, and the Screeing Room, perfect for media and project launches, while The Salon has been designed for weddings and special events.
“Kuala Lumpur serves as a befitting destination to introduce the St. Regis brand with its intriguing juxtaposition of refined elegance and contemporary charm,” says Charlie Dang, Regional Vice President, Southeast Asia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide: “The opening of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur further strengthens our commitment to Starwood’s luxury portfolio in this dynamic market, which continues to see strong demand for high-end accommodations from discerning travellers.”
St. Regis are set to add three additional locations to its coveted portfolio in 2016, including the Maldives, Changsha, and Cairo.
