Notizie St. Regis
Starwood Unveils First Of Three St. Regis Hotels In The Middle East This Year with The Debut Of The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
New York, NY
– February 15, 2012 - Starwood Hotels &
Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the debut of The St. Regis
Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi as the St. Regis brand continues its dynamic
global growth and nearly triples its portfolio in just five years. This opening
marks the first of three St. Regis hotels slated to debut this year in the
Middle East including The St. Regis Abu Dhabi situated on the Corniche and The
St. Regis Doha in Qatar. Globally, St. Regis will build on its expansion with
the debut of The St. Regis Mauritius Resort and the newly renovated St. Regis
Aspen Resort later this year, further lengthening Starwood’s lead in luxury
hospitality.
“We are thrilled to debut The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi as
our first St. Regis hotel in the Middle East,” says Paul James, Global Brand
Leader of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. “As one of the world’s economic hubs,
Abu Dhabi has become a new ‘must’ on today’s global Grand Tour, and St. Regis
is inimitably positioned to cater to the needs of these global travelers,
offering bespoke luxury informed by the brand’s unique legacy.”
Beginning in the early 19th century, each generation of affluence
went on a Grand Tour through Europe to collect experiences and cultivate
culture. Subsequently, today’s elite communities travel to Old World cities
including London, Rome and New York in addition to new world hotspots as
diverse as Aspen, Shenzhen, New Delhi and Abu Dhabi. As a hotel brand created
for a new generation of luxury travelers, St. Regis is building on its
portfolio of existing iconic hotels with destinations at the heart of the
Global Grand Tour itinerary, amplifying John Jacob Astor IV’s vision to create
‘the finest hotel in the world’ with each new addition.
Starwood currently operates nearly 50 hotels in the Middle East and continues
to strengthen its long- established position in the Middle East as one of the
leading luxury hotel operators in the region. By 2015, the Middle East will
become the second region, after North America, to operate all nine of
Starwood’s world-class brands: St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W, Westin, Le
Méridien, Sheraton, Four Points by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft
and Element - further reinforcing the company’s commitment to
the region.
Luxury Accommodations & Bespoke Service
Poised to be Abu Dhabi’s first true luxury-leisure haven, The St. Regis
Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi is located on the pristine white natural
beaches of Saadiyat, a short 10-minute drive from the city center and a
20-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Designed by award-winning
architects Woods-Bagot, Johannesburg-based Northpoint Architects and renowned
interior designers Hirsch Bedner Associates, the resort incorporates a blend of
Mediterranean and Arabic influences creating a unique and exciting address.
Each of the 377 luxurious guest rooms and suites feature private terraces
offering panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. Ranging from intimate to
extravagant, guests can choose from a variety of elegant suites including the
lavishly-appointed two-story Royal Suite. The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort,
Abu Dhabi also offers 33 St. Regis branded villas, 259 St. Regis branded
residences and a high-end retail and entertainment complex named ‘The
Collection,’ including shops and restaurants, which will become fully
operational in stages throughout 2012.
Following in the tradition of the St. Regis brand’s legendary New York hotel,
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi features the famed hallmarks of
St. Regis hotels including signature St. Regis Butler Service, bespoke guest
experiences and luxury accommodations tailored to global travellers. Trained in
the English tradition, the butlers provide ever-present, yet unobtrusive
service while anticipating guest needs and customising each guest’s stay
according to his or her specific tastes and preferences.
Exquisite Culinary Experiences
Featuring seven distinctive food and beverage venues, The St. Regis Saadiyat
Island Resort, Abu Dhabi offers guests both indoor and alfresco dining options
with beach-inspired décor and captivating ocean views of the Arabian
Gulf.
55 & 5th The Grill
is the resort’s signature
restaurant, a classic grill and lounge inspired by the address of the original
St. Regis New York.
The Manhattan Lounge
is inspired by the
timeless customs and signature beverages reflecting New York’s elite society
while
The Drawing Room
, the lobby lounge, celebrates the
signature St. Regis Afternoon Tea ritual and offers a unique selection of
beverages and snacks.
Sontaya
is a culinary mosaic of Southeast Asia with floating,
glass-walled pavilions set amidst interconnected ponds and poolswhile
Olea
is the Mediterranean influenced venue is the resort’s
all-day dining venue with indoor and alfresco options.
Turquoiz
,
which will open later this year, is the resort’s beach restaurant and terrace
offering a variety of freshly prepared seafood as well as a selection of light
snacks in a vibrant setting and
Sucré
, the resort’s pastry shop
that promises a seduction of the senses with handmade chocolates, delightful
pastries and bespoke cakes.
St. Regis’ Exclusive Iridium Spa, Athletic Club & Children’s
Club
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi features the region’s first
Iridium Spa, featuring 12 treatment rooms and three individually designed
luxurious spa suites - Moroccan, Thai and Contemporary - each with private
terraces and pools. Blending traditional remedies with modern technologies, the
3,500 square metre spa offers the brand’s signature therapies as well as
customized therapies including Thai and Balinese speciality treatments.
The resort also offers extensive leisure facilities for families including the
athletic club, which offers 3,500 square metres of ultra-modern equipment, two
tennis courts, two squash courts and five pools including a 25-metre indoor lap
pool. The Sandcastle Club, the dedicated children’s club, caters to children
ages 1 to 12 years old and offers both indoor and outdoor activities including
an outdoor pool and access to the resort’s beach.
Elevating Business Meetings & Special Events
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi offers extensive meeting,
events and conference facilities including Abu Dhabi’s largest ballroom, The
Regal Ballroom, as well as four meeting rooms and a business centre. The 3,000
square-metre Regal Ballroom is fully equipped with state-of-the-art lighting
and sound equipment and also features an outdoor terrace with seaside views,
making it the perfect place to host a large private function or smaller, more
intimate events. The Regal Ballroom also has a dedicated bridal arrival area
complemented by a separate bridal salon with dressing and grooming areas.
For more information on The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi please
visit www.stregis.com/saadiyatisland.
About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Combining classic sophistication and modern luxury, the St. Regis brand remains
faithful to its commitment to excellence. Founded by John Jacob Astor IV, with
the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City over a century ago,
the St. Regis brand of hotels and residences is known for its unique luxury
dimension, customized service and refined elegance in the best destinations
worldwide. Plans for the brand to globally continue its legacy include
long-awaited St. Regis hotels and resorts in Buenos Aires and the Riviera Maya.
In Asia, St. Regis has also announced plans to open hotels in Changsha,
Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, Lijiang, New Delhi and Zhuhai. In Europe, Africa and the
Middle East, the St. Regis brand will continue to expand in Abu Dhabi, Amman,
Cairo, Doha and Mauritius. The distinctive trait of the St. Regis experience is
customized service and attention to detail through signature St. Regis Butler
Service, coveted locations and luxurious design. For more information on St.
Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.stregis.com and for the privilege of
residential ownership, please visit www.stregis.com/residences.
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and
leisure companies in the world with 1,071 properties in 100 countries and
territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties.
Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels,
resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St.
Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four
Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM.
The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood
Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room
stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also
owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and
operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more
information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
Data di pubblicazione dell'articolo: 15/02/2012
