Newest Luxury Collection Hotel to open in Jakarta (Indonesia)
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Newest Luxury Collection Hotel to open in Jakarta (Indonesia)
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Category: Asia Pacific - Indonesia - Industry economy -
Hotel opening
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2012-03-27
The iconic Keraton at The Plaza will offer travelers a distinctly unique way to experience the heart of Indonesian culture when it opens in late April 2012
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce that The Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection® Hotel, will open to the world in late April 2012. Located in the heart of Indonesia’s capital city of Jakarta, The Keraton at The Plaza is an iconic oasis of quiet luxury on the Jalan Thamrin, one of Jakarta’s most prestigious streets. With its unique modern ambiance reflective of Jakarta’s rich indigenous culture, a luxury spa and a full suite of distinctive amenities and epicurean experiences, The Keraton at the Plaza is an inimitable focal point for distinguished business and leisure travelers.
“We are delighted to introduce the world to The Keraton at The Plaza – the latest Luxury Collection offering,” said Klaus Woizik, general manager of the hotel. “The Keraton will be a unique urban oasis in downtown Jakarta. We offer world-wise travelers renowned Indonesian hospitality in a distinct, contemporary setting that is infused with Indonesian culture, their luxurious home away from home.”
Inspired by the Javanese word for “palace”, The Keraton at The Plaza is a distinct and intimate luxury hotel offering a unique, modern interpretation of the rich Indonesian culture. Rising from the 8th to the 22nd floors of the Keraton building, The Keraton is ideally located in the heart of Jakarta on Jalan Thamrin, a prestigious address that includes embassies, corporate headquarters, museums and Jakarta’s high-end shopping and entertainment complex, Plaza Indonesia. It is the perfect locale and setting for hosting corporate visitors and board meetings, intimate celebrations or a romantic getaway.
An Immersive Experience
The Keraton at The Plaza offers 140 spacious guest rooms and suites, including four sumptuous Keraton suites more than 135sqm each. Ranging in size from 61 – 140sqm, each guest room and suite is a haven of Javanese luxury, offering an open floor design with spectacular views of downtown Jakarta through floor-to-ceiling windows. With interior design by SCDA Singapore and the Burega Farnell, the sleek décor of The Keraton at The Plaza is inspired by the diversity of Indonesia’s geography and culture, with splashes of color, rich woods, and intricate Batik floral patterns. Artworks displayed throughout the hotel are commissioned to Hadiprana, a famous Indonesian interior designer. Each room offers state of the art in-room technology, including a 42-inch LCD Television with cable, as well as a 22-inch LCD television in the study with iPad, iPod and PC connectivity. Finally, each suite comes with personal, 24-hour butler service which includes a nightly turn-down.
The immersive indigenous experience at The Keraton at The Plaza includes Bengawan, an authentic five-star Indonesian restaurant featuring a customized menu of Indonesian cuisine that incorporates the local flavors and ingredients of the islands. Located on the seventh floor, Bengawan is a spacious indoor-outdoor restaurant with spectacular views of Jakarta below. The restaurant has a natural open feel with lush green foliage, soothing water features and outdoor seating on the balcony. At The Keraton Lounge, guests can spend the afternoon enjoying traditional Indonesian High Tea featuring a menu of local teas and delicacies. In the evenings, The Keraton Lounge offers classic cocktails and signature Luxury Collection favorites.
Ideal Locale in the Heart of Jakarta
The Keraton at The Plaza is perfectly situated in the heart of downtown Jakarta, in the middle of the Plaza Indonesian, Jakarta’s most luxurious shopping and entertainment complex, with a thriving mix of restaurants, night clubs, theaters and high-end retail. A dynamic and cosmopolitan capitol city, Jakarta is home to some of Indonesia’s most important cultural treasures – many of which are located just steps from the hotel. The famous Selamat Datang monument, which welcomes visitors to Indonesia, is located adjacent to the Plaza. Other nearby cultural treasures include the Museum Fatahillah, Museum Gajah and the National Monument in the center of Merdeka Square.
Golfers will love the close proximity to world-class championship golf courses including the Pondok Indah Golf Course, which seamlessly blends in with the indigenous foliage; and the prestigious Klub Golf Sanayan inside the Senayan Sport Center Complex.
Opening Offer
In conjunction with its opening, The Keraton at The Plaza is offering a Grand Opening Special. The offer includes:
· Accommodation in the Grand Deluxe or Junior Suite Room
· Lavish buffet breakfast at Bengawan for one or two persons
· Complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel
· Accommodations include 24-hour butler service, complimentary newspaper, and nightly turn-down service
· Starwood Preferred Guest members can earn double Starpoints
The opening offer is available from 30 April 2012 through 31 July 2012, from US $299 + 21% tax and service charge (Grand Deluxe Room); and $364 + 21% tax and service charge (Junior Suite). For more information or reservations, please visit www.luxurycollection.com/keraton.
About The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts
The Luxury Collection® is an ensemble of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world’s most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination’s indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent décor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA brand as a collection of Europe’s most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 75 of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel’s distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world’s finest. For more information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1090 properties in 100 countries and territories with 154,000 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, 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.
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