Starwood Hotels & Resorts Debuts the st. Regis Abu Dhabi

Press release

Published August 15th, 2013 - 09:29 GMT

Al Bawaba

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Inc, announces today the debut of The St. Regis Abu Dhabi.

Located on the vibrant Corniche in the heart of the UAE capital, The St. Regis Abu Dhabioffers bespoke luxury that combines thebrand’s unique legacy with exceptionalArabianhospitality.The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is part ofNation Towersandis the third St. Regis hotel to open in the Middle East since the brand was introduced to the region in 2011.

“We are proud to unveil The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, and we look forward to offering the bespoke guest experiences and unparalleled luxury for which the St. Regis brand is renowned,” said Oliver Key, General Manager, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi. “We are excited to offer one-of-a-kind experiences to global travellers and local residents alike, including access to the world’s highest suspended suite, the first Gary Rhodes restaurant in the emirate and the first Hommage Gentleman’s Grooming Atelier in the UAE.”

“We are delighted to partner with Starwood to offer Abu Dhabi’s business and leisure travellers such an iconic address in the UAE capital,” said Mr. Hamad Al Shamsi, Chief Executive Officer, International Capital Trading. “With The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, we will continue to contribute to the growth of the emirate’s travel and tourism sectors, enhancing Abu Dhabi’s expansion plans to realize its vision for Abu Dhabi 2030.

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi features 283 sumptuously-appointed guest rooms,including 55elegant suites,all offering panoramic waterfront views of the Arabian Gulf. Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates(HBA) together with local designers, the hotel’s understatedinteriors were inspired by the region’s rich heritage and the St. Regis brand’s legacy: designed with the colours of the local sands, the traditional cuisine and souks in mind, HBA has imagined a luxurious setting in Abu Dhabi that is steeped in a sophisticated Art Deco past.

The World’s Highest Suspended Hotel Suite:

The extravagant Abu Dhabi Suiteisthe world’s highest suspended hotel suite – loftily positioned 200 metres above ground between the two towers and offeringmagnificentpanoramic views of the Arabian Gulf, the Corniche and the city skyline. The 1,085 square metreAbu Dhabi Suitecombines contemporary design with a traditional Arabic influence. The opulent suite will featurecascading strands of crystals, 24-carat gold leaf accents, leather wall tiles, jewel-toned velvet upholstered walls and intricate glass mosaic patterns. The Abu Dhabi Suite will feature three bedrooms, agrand majlis with a soaring ceiling, private elevator access, spa and movie theatre, as well as a kitchen, dining room and a fully-equipped gym.

Exquisite Culinary Experiences:

The St. Regis Abu Dhabi offerseight culinary venues including Rhodes 44, which marks the first restaurant in Abu Dhabi by famed Michelin-starred chef Gary Rhodes, and the iconic St. Regis Bar, which follows in the tradition of the St. Regis brand’s legendary New York hotel. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi also introducesVilla Toscana which serves regional specialtiesfrom Tuscany, Umbria and Emilia-Romagna in Italy. Guests may also enjoy unique dining experiences, tea and other fine beverages at Crystal Lounge, Cafe44, The Tea Lounge, Azura and Spa Café.

Luxury Leisure Facilities and Bespoke Services:

The hotel has over 3,000 square metres of leisure facilities, including the indulgent RemédeSpa for ladies, two outdoor swimming poolsand the first HommageGentleman’s Grooming Atelier in the UAE. Guests can enjoy private access to the hotel’s Nation Riviera Beach Club, which is poisedto become one of the most sought-after leisure destinations in Abu Dhabi when it opens later this year.Ideal for special celebrations and functions, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi also offers more than 4,800 square metres of state-of-the-art meeting and event space.

Renowned hallmarks of the St. Regis brand provided at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi includethe signature St. Regis Butler Servicewhoprovide an ever-present, yet unobtrusive anticipatory service, customising each stay according to specific tastes and preferences.

Background Information

Starwood Hotels

Starwood Hotels represents one of the world's largest hotel and leisure companies. It conducts its hotel and leisure business both directly and through its subsidiaries. Its brand names include St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W, Westin, Le Méridien, Sheraton, Four Points, Aloft, and Element

Starwood Hotels' business emphasizes the global operation of hotels and resorts primarily in the luxury and upscale segment of the lodging industry. It seeks to acquire interests in, or management or franchise rights with respect to properties in this segment. At December 31, 2009, its hotel portfolio included owned, leased, managed and franchised hotels totaling 979 hotels with approximately 292,000 rooms in approximately 100 countries, and is comprised of 63 hotels that it owns or leases or in which it has a majority equity interest, 440 hotels managed by the company on behalf of third-party owners and 476 hotels for which it receives franchise fees.