St. Regis Kuala Lumpur opens as brand’s 38th hotel

Posted in News on 3 May, 2016

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the debut of the brand’s 38^th hotel with the opening of The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.

Owned by ONE IFC Sdn Bhd, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur combines both, modern day glamour with old-world elegance, encompassing thoughtful design elements for convenience, privacy and security; offering an unrivalled dimension of luxury, sophistication and bespoke service. 

The hotel is located in the prestigious Kuala Lumpur Sentral Precinct (KL Sentral). “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 Sdn Bhd, truly marks an incredible milestone for our company,” said 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.” 

The hotel boasts magnificent views of Malaysia’s bustling capital, including Kuala Lumpur’s largest park, the Lake Gardens, as well as the National Museum and Houses of Parliament. Inspired by a luxurious Manhattan apartment, with interiors and architecture by G.A. Design, the hotel features a timeless design scheme created with historical context and a sense of opulence. The exquisite art collection includes masterpieces such as a monumental 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.

Sheltering 208 gracefully appointed accommodations, each with a walk-in wardrobe, the rooms are open and airy. Starting at 63-square metres, the guestrooms are the largest in the city, and suites, starting from 138-square metres, are also unmatched in size. The Royal Suite, spanning 353-square metres, offers private elevator access, an outdoor terrace with panoramic skyline views, a show kitchen, separate his-and-hers 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,” said Carmen Chua, Chief Executive Officer of ONE IFC Sdn Bhd.

The hotel features six distinct restaurant and bar venues including Taka by Sushi Saito, the first restaurant to open outside Tokyo by three Michelin-starred chef Takashi Saito. Ginza Tenkuni offers Edo-style tempura created the same way since the original restaurant opened its doors in 1885. 

With more than 10,000-square metres of private event space, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is set to transform the region’s meetings and events landscape, including an impressive LED video wall projection system in the Grand Ballroom. Acting as a LED Digital Canvas, the projector immerses guests into a virtual reality simulation, providing unparalleled image and sound quality through panoramic displays. Supported by a superlative light and sound structure, screenings captivate audiences by elevating the levels of communication and interaction to previously unimaginable heights. 

“Kuala Lumpur serves as a befitting destination to introduce the St. Regis brand with its intriguing juxtaposition of refined elegance and contemporary charm,” said 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.”

 stregiskualalumpur.com