The thriving Special Administrative Region (S.A.R) of Macau in South China welcomes two new luxury hotels. As part of Marriott International, Inc. long-term investment strategy, the group announced the opening of two new luxury properties in Macau that are located within one of the world's most spectacular entertainment and leisure destinations – Galaxy Macau.
Speaking on the announcement of opening two new properties; JW Marriott Hotel Macau and The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Rauf Malik, Vice President of Operations at JW Marriott Hotel Macau and The Ritz-Carlton, Macau said, “Marriott International sees unlimited potential in the future of Macau. The opening of the JW Marriott Hotel Macau and The Ritz-Carlton, Macau with their exceptional service, superb facilities and spectacular culinary experiences will add an extra dimension to Galaxy Macau™, creating the ultimate destination for unlimited leisure and enjoyment. The two hotels – each with their distinct brand identities – are sure to enhance the Macau experience and will redefine the meaning of luxury in the region”.
Marriott International currently operates 177 hotels in Asia Pacific and the JW Marriott Hotel Macau marks the region's 29th JW Marriott property. By 2020, the JW Marriott brand is expected to have more than 50 properties in the Asia Pacific region. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC currently operates 88 hotels around the globe with The Ritz-Carlton, Macau being its 89th hotel. The brand is planning to double its footprint across Asia in the next five years. The grand opening of both the JW Marriott Hotel Macau and The Ritz-Carlton, Macau will further solidify Macau's evolving positioning as a leading destination for leisure and entertainment as well as meetings, incentives and special events.
JW Marriott Hotel Macau will serve as Asia's flagship hotel, bringing guests a sense of harmony through the richness of authenticity – discovered in the beauty of craftsmanship and delivered with an intuitive response to personal expectations. With 1,015 luxurious rooms and suites styled with elegant sophistication and overlooking magnificent views of the Galaxy Macau's Grand Resort Deck and Cotai Macau, the hotel is an effortless luxury retreat that puts guests at ease.
The newly opened JW Marriott Hotel Macau is home to four restaurants, which will provide innovative, intuitive and crafted dining experiences that leave everlasting memories. Helmed by Executive Chef, Bruno Correa, the hotel's culinary offers include classic Cantonese cuisine in a contemporary Chinese setting at the Man Ho Chinese Restaurant; an all-day dining outlet with international and regional cuisine – Urban Kitchen; the relaxing JW Pool Bar; and the sophisticated lobby lounge The Lounge.
The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, will feature over 250 suites on the top floors of the integrated resort. Overseen by Executive Chef, Bruno Correa, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau's culinary offerings are second to none. Whether it is classic Cantonese fine dining at Lai Heen whose chef played a very important role in achieving two-star Michelin restaurant recognition at his previous restaurant; sophisticated high-teas or cocktails with spectacular views over the Cotai skyline at the classic The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge; or the casual and exotic ambience of The Ritz-Carlton Café where guest can indulge in The Ritz-Carlton Jewelry Afternoon Tea; or healthy yet tasty organic fare and traceable seafood at The Ritz-Carlton Pool Bar – all offer an unsurpassed culinary journey sure to inspire the senses. The private and elegant dining rooms are ideal for intimate and celebratory occasions, providing a truly fine dining venue in which to delight in the high culinary art of the hotel.
The relaxing outdoor pool provides spectacular views over Cotai, whilst, for those seeking privacy, the poolside cabanas provide an intimate retreat. For the ultimate pampering experience, guests can immerse themselves in sensorial bliss at the hotel's spa, ESPA. Featuring ten lavish treatment rooms and three couples' suites, which infuse elements of design rooted in traditional Chinese and Portuguese architecture, a therapeutic massage session at the idyllic hotel spa is sure to warm the soul.
For special events such as weddings, with over 900 m2 of flexible event space. The Ritz-Carlton, Macau specializes in pairing ideal event venues with impeccable service. When booking a wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, each couple is accompanied by a wedding professional that serves as a single point of contact throughout the entire wedding planning process to make sure the vision of the bride and groom comes to life. The Ritz-Carlton Wedding Atelier will serve as a one-stop source of wedding partners that can help create unforgettable confectionaries and unique giveaways for guests as well as inspiration for decoration and entertainment possibilities.
