An update on new hotels and restaurants being launched in India and across the world, along with major upcoming projects
Regenta Orko’s Haridwar & Regenta Orko’s Kolkata
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Royal Orchid Hotels has announced the opening of two hotels under its upscale arm Regenta in Haridwar and Kolkata. Regenta Orko’s Haridwar is the first property from the group in this pilgrimage city. This hotel boasts of facilities like an on-site spa, a fitness centre, dining outlets and a well-stocked library. It offers free high-speed internet connectivity with a combined banquet space of 4,800 sq ft for business meetings and social engagements. Regenta Orko’s Kolkata offers choices between standard rooms, club twin rooms, club rooms or the suite. The hotel has a total of over 3500 sq ft of banquet space, a pool-side lounge on the roof top and an all-day dining restaurant.
Shangri-La Hotel, Bengaluru
Shangri-La Hotel, Bengaluru will open in September 2015. This 19-storey hotel is located between the central business district and the blue-ribbon residential suburbs of Bengaluru with 397 rooms. Guests’ F&B experiences will include all-day dining at b Cafe, Mediterranean flavours and fresh seafood at Caprese, regional cuisines from the north and south of India at Ssaffron, classic Chinese dishes at Shang Palace, Japanese cuisine at Yataii, Hype bar, Lobby Lounge and b Café Pastry for sweets and savouries and seasonal hampers. For leisure-oriented guests, there is a dedicated floor to wellness. Capable of holding upto 900 guests is the 739 sq m grand ballroom on level one with seven function rooms on level two – connected by a staircase and glass elevator.
Alila Solo, Java
Alila Solo in Surakarta Central, Java, is set to open in November 2015 as the city’s first luxury lifestyle hotel. It will boast of innovative architecture, exclusive batik design, the city’s largest hotel ballroom and highest rooftop bar. Alila Experiences are lifestyle encounters curated by the Leisure Concierge team to showcase the hotel’s destination – its history and traditions, cuisine and crafts, environment and architecture, daily life and rituals. Alila Solo’s Spa Alila will offer Asian healing techniques.
Steigenberger Hotels, Dubai
Steigenberger Hotels has launched its inaugural five-star property, the Steigenberger-managed hotel at Business Bay in Dubai, which will open doors to guests in October 2015. In line with the Steigenberger Hotel Group’s portfolio of luxury properties, the new hotel at Business Bay with 365 rooms and suites will boast no fewer than five different restaurants. A banqueting and conference area will offer a new venue to stage events, while the spa and fitness area featuring a pool, will offer guests the option to relax or workout.
St Regis Mumbai
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced the opening of St Regis Mumbai. In partnership with Pallazzio Hotels & Leisure, the hotel marks the entry of the St Regis brand in India and South Asia. The hotel has 386 well-appointed guest rooms including 27 suites and, for extended stays, the property’s 33 residential suites feature a living room, fully equipped kitchen and the option of one or two bedrooms. The St Regis Mumbai houses nine restaurants, bars and nightlife destinations and a luxury spa featuring nine treatment rooms. The hotel additionally offers a fitness centre, a 25-metre outdoor pool and a professional salon. The hotel has over 3900 sq m of event space, including the alfresco Terrace Garden, a dedicated entrance and reception foyer.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort, Sri Lanka
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort will open in late 2015. The 152 guest rooms and villas will boast of hand woven custom-made Sri Lankan furnishings and contemporary amenities, al fresco spaces to relax with ocean views, interconnecting options for families and friends, and accommodation for differently-abled guests. Six restaurant, bar and lounge venues will showcase the island cuisine and colonial customs. Rooted in Ayurveda, the Anantara Spa will feature eight treatment suites, a reflexology centre and a beauty and hair salon.