New hotel venues in Asia

AUSTRALIA

Parmelia Hilton Perth
Rooms: 284, including 31 twins

Venues: There are nine meeting and event venues, with eight located on level one. The striking Argyle Ballroom can accommodate up to 450 pax in theatre style while the meeting rooms vary in size for 10 to 100 guests. The elegant Penthouse Boardroom on level 10 seats 20 for a private meeting.

Supporting facilities and services:
The Outdoor Piazza on level one is perfect for meeting breaks or a sunset cocktail party for up to 250 guests. The popular Adelphi Grill Bar & Restaurant features The Reserve, a semi-private area that houses an impressive 1,000-bottle collection. The Reserve seats 20 guests for a meal or 40 for drinks and canapés.

Why meet here?
Smaller meeting groups with up to 50 delegates can enjoy the hotel’s Sweet Meetings package which includes table treats such as mini chocolate bars, San Pellegrino sparkling and Acqua Pana still water, a Nespresso coffee machine and a very tempting lolly buffet.

Recent association clients:
West Australia Chinese Petroleum Association, February 2015

Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane
Rooms: 246, including 80 twins

Venues: The hotel offers 312m2 of function space that is equipped with state-of-the-art, in-built technology and comes with natural light. It can support events with up to 120 guests in a cocktail setting, or be divided into two smaller areas for 50 pax each in theatre seating.

Supporting facilities and services:
Altitude, a sheltered rooftop venue on level 30, boasts specular views over Brisbane city and river, and makes an ideal venue for a cocktail reception, VIP party or private dinner. This exclusive space can accommodate up to 150 guests for a cocktail reception. Association secretariats can also utilise The Eatery all-day restaurant for dining functions, and Wrapped, a deli-style café that transforms into a comfortable bar in the evening.

Why meet here?
The hotel’s meeting rooms and restaurant are located on the same level, making it extremely easy for event attendees to navigate their way around as well as for association secretariats to keep track of their event delegates.

Recent association clients:
Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance, March 2015

Sheraton Melbourne Hotel
Rooms: 174, including 40 twins

Venues: The hotel offers a ballroom and four meeting rooms, all with natural light. The grand ballroom can take 300 people in a theatre setting, while the meeting rooms are good for breakout sessions with up to 40 people in a cabaret setting. The meeting rooms are designed for board meetings, breakouts and intimate gatherings – one of which can also be divided into two smaller spaces.

Supporting facilities and services:
The Terrace Bar is an all-weather rooftop venue and can be used for private cocktail functions with up to 100 guests. The hotel’s signature restaurant Little Collins St Kitchen can take 90 guests.

Why meet here?
All function rooms sit on level two for convenient access. In addition, two pre-function areas are available for registration as well as morning and afternoon tea breaks.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed


 

CHINA

The Westin Chongqing Liberation Square
Rooms:
336, including 80 Deluxe Double and 16 Executive Double

Venues: The hotel has 2,274m2 of meeting space, comprising a 1,048m2 grand ballroom and 11 meeting rooms. Perfect for larger gatherings, the grand ballroom can take 300 to 600 guests for a sit-down banquet, or 1,000 for a standing reception. The venues are equipped with the latest meetings technology and wireless Internet access. They are also located on the same level for convenient access.

Supporting facilities and services
There is a 605m2 foyer that can be used for private cocktail funtions with up to 500 guests, while the hotel’s signature Seasonal Tastes restaurant has three 10-seat private rooms that can be combined for larger gatherings. The hotel also has an events team that can create ice-breaker programmes for meeting delegates.

Why meet here?
The hotel sits in Liberation Square, the central business district of Chongqing, with many corporate offices, F&B options, shopping and entertainment close by.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

The Castle Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Dalian
Rooms: 292, including 82 twins

Venues: Thre are over 2,600m2 of indoor function space which includes a grand ballroom, two junior ballrooms and five function rooms. The pillarless Chengbao Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 1,100 pax theatre-style. It comes with a spacious ocean-view pre-function area and a beautiful terrace. The Emperor and Empress Ballrooms each feature 450m2 of space and are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The Esplanade on the fifth floor covers 4,000m2 and is the perfect outdoor location for social functions.

Supporting facilities and services:
The hotel offers an enriched variety of facilities and services to enhance delegate experience. The indoor swimming pool and fitness centre present exhilarating athletic activities, while Kaiser SPA pampers guests with a menu of relaxing treatments. Event delegates are also supported by a business centre and the Luggage Liaison service.

Why meet here?
Spectacular views of the Yellow Sea and Xinghai Bay make the hotel an enchanting venue, while an experienced team is on hand to oversee all aspects of the client’s event.

Recent association clients:
The 4th Asia Pacific Hotel Design Association Annual Meeting, October 2014


 

HONG KONG

Gateway Hotel
Rooms: 400, including 25 twins

Venues: There are four exclusive and flexible function rooms on offer: Noire (60m2), Ocher (14m2), Fuchsia (47m2) and Turquoise (43m2). They are located on the third floor and can be connected to create a larger space.

Supporting facilities and services:
Three on Canton restaurant and Be on Canton bar/al fresco dining terrace can support private cocktail parties.

Why meet here?
The property is centrally located on Canton Road and complements sister hotels, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel and Prince Hotel, both within Harbour City. The major transport hub of the China Ferry Terminal, Star Ferry and the MTR station are all within walking distance.

Recent association clients:
Hotel Controllers and Accountants Association of Hong Kong, August 2014; GSLG German Speaking Ladies Group, December 2014

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
Rooms: 539, including 73 twins

Venues: The hotel offers 22 flexible venues for meetings, incentives, conferences and private parties with 12 to 1,200 guests. The newly designed Grand Ballroom is one of the largest in Hong Kong and can accommodate up to 1,600 persons. The Poolhouse, an outdoor venue overlooking the hotel’s swimming pool and gardens, but with the comfort of an indoor venue, is ideal for welcome or farewell cocktails. All venues are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and broadband connectivity. Wi-Fi is free.

Supporting facilities and services:
Event organisers can take their pick of nine restaurants and bars that are capable of supporting private functions. The hotel’s outdoor heated swimming pool, fitness centre and Plateau Spa can also provide creative solutions for events.

Why meet here?
Grand Hyatt Hong Hong has hosted many conferences and meetings of various sizes, and has the experience to ensure that all goes well.

Recent association clients:
Rotary Club, monthly event; Lions Club, monthly event; Hong Kong Racehorse Owners Association, November 2013;
Hong Kong Shipowners Association, November 2013;
Trade Commission of Chile, February 2014

INDONESIA

DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta – Diponegoro
Rooms: 253, including 121 twins

Venues: Makara Ballroom can accommodate 350 pax banquet-style and 700 theatre-style. It is supported by seven flexible meeting rooms that come with unparalleled technology and services to ensure the success of any event with 10 to 80 people theatre-style.

Supporting facilities and services:
Makara Garden and Makara Square can be used for outdoor events with 250 and 300 guests, respectively. The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant has two 10-seat private rooms.

Why meet here?
Association secretariats and event delegates can enjoy Hilton’s promise of excellent service. Besides that, the hotel is located outside of Jakarta’s restricted 3-in-1 zone, which requires all cars entering the area during peak hours to contain at least three persons.

Recent association clients:
E Commerce Indonesia Association, April 2015;
Indonesian Internet Service Organizer Association, June 2015

Aston Solo Hotel
Rooms: 208, including 82 twins

Venues: Sidoluhur Ballroom can accommodate 550 pax theatre-style and 250 pax for banquets. It is supported by a pre-function room that can take more than 1,000 guests. Three flexible meeting rooms all on the same level, complete the hotel’s event space inventory. These rooms are good for VIP meetings and can take 50 to 300 pax.

Supporting facilities and services:
The hotel offers three F&B outlets – Sky Dining, Cashmere Restaurant and Chiffon Lounge – and is the only property in Solo City with a rooftop restaurant. Sky Dining is perfect for private cocktail functions with up to 300 guests. Association secretariats are also supported by an in-house banquet planner.

Why meet here?
The hotel is brand new and affords an ideal location in the heart of Solo’s central business district. It is close to a train station, government offices and the airport, and is adjacent to Solo Center Point IT mall. The renowned Laweyan Batik’s Village and the Kasunanan and Mangkunegaran Royal Palaces are nearby too, making the Aston Solo Hotel a perfect base for business travellers who wish to extend their trip for pleasure.

Recent association clients:
Indonesia Furniture Business Association, Lions Club, and Indonesia Management Association

The Alana Hotel & Convention Center Yogyakarta
Rooms: 265, including 126 twins

Venues: The property boasts a convention centre with 10 meeting rooms and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 2,310 pax theatre-style. Breakout rooms can take up to 196 pax theatre-style.

Supporting facilities and services:
Offering both business functionality and pleasure options, the hotel houses varied culinary experiences, an infinity swimming pool on the first floor, an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and a gym.

Why meet here?
The hotel is located in one of the biggest complexes in Yogyakarta’s Mataram City. There’s plenty of parking space and shopping opportunities.

Recent association clients
Undisclosed

Pullman Surabaya City Centre Hotel
Rooms: 292, including 52 twins

Venues: The hotel offers two ballrooms and nine meeting rooms, all located on the same level. The ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000 pax in a theatre setting while the meeting rooms are great for breakout sessions with 40 pax in classroom settings.

Supporting facilities and services:
The poolside deck can host private cocktails for up to 60 guests, while the hotel’s signature Chinese restaurant offers four 10-seat private rooms that can be combined to support larger gatherings. The hotel’s in-house events team can create out-of-the-box entertainment programmes for meeting delegates.

Why meet here?
The hotel sits in the central business district of Surabaya, and is close to one of the city’s major shopping malls, the Plaza Tunjungan.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

Novotel Tangerang
Room count: 266 (number of twin rooms unavailable)

Venues: Novotel Tangerang’s Meeting@Novotel solution provides a customised service for small to large-sized meetings. The hotel is equipped with seven meeting rooms, four breakout meeting rooms and a 1,600m2 ballroom for up to 2,500 guests – the largest meeting venue so far among hotels in Tangerang, Banten. All meeting rooms are equipped with state-of-the-arts audiovisual system and supported by a team of trained technicians.

Supporting facilities and services:
Besides the business centre, event delegates can access the hotel’s range of fitness and wellness facilities to recharge. Dining opportunities are offered at the signature The Square Restaurant on the Podium Floor. It serves local and international cuisines and boasts an open kitchen concept which allows guests to enjoy direct interactions with the chefs. The Lounge Bar, opened until midnight, is suitable for post-meeting social gatherings.

Why meet here?
With superb meeting facilities and the largest ballroom in Tangerang, Novotel Tangerang sets a new benchmark as the city’s top international-standard business hotel.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

Mercure Bandung Setiabudi
Rooms: 205 (number of twin rooms unavailable)

Venues: A grand ballroom, four flexible meeting rooms and one boardroom are on offer. The grand ballroom can accommodate more than 1,700 pax for a standing reception or 650 guests for roundtable banquets. All meeting rooms are equipped with modern technology including video-conferencing systems. There is also an amphitheatre for outdoor activities.

Supporting facilities and services:
Association secretariats are supported by a range of business services including simultaneous interpretion. F&B destinations in the hotel include Hardy’s Dining Room which serves international cuisine, and Jing Paradise Restaurant which specialises in Chinese fine dining.

Why meet here?
Husein Sastranegara Airport is just a 30-minute drive away, and the hotel provides easy access to popular attractions such as Tangkuban Perahu dormant volcano and Ciater Hot Spring park.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed


JAPAN

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel
Rooms: 360, including 218 twins

Venues: The hotel has seven function rooms across 422m2 on the 20th floor, and all boast spectacular views of the city. The largest venue, the Akane room, has a maximum capacity of 160 pax in a theatre configuration and up to 120 pax for receptions. The other six rooms are ideal for meetings with no more than 10 delegates each, and can be reconfigured into a single, larger, space. Groups using these event facilities have 24-hour access to the business centre, as well as a full range of meeting equipment.

Supporting facilities and services:
The hotel offers a meeting planning service, while the Club Lounge is available for guests staying in Club and suite rooms. The business centre and fitness gym are open to all in-house guests, and they operate round the clock. ZK restaurant serves Japanese, Western and teppanyaki-style dishes, while Cooka is a buffet-style restaurant. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.

Why meet here?
Already a landmark in Osaka since its opening in March 2014, the hotel benefits from being located in the tallest building in Japan – the 65-storey Abeno Harukas. Guests get to enjoy a stunning view across the city.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

Hilton Okinawa Chatan Resort
Rooms: 346, all twins

Venues: Although primarily a resort hotel, the property has five function rooms including a grand ballroom and a 12-seat boardroom. The 450m2 grand ballroom can accommodate up to 400 guests for receptions. All function rooms can support meetings and events of various sizes.

Supporting facilities and services:
Groups meeting in this hotel have access to a comprehensive, 24-hour business centre. The hotel’s lush surroundings are great for garden parties, while the terrace, which provides spectacular evening views out to sea, are perfect for small gatherings. For relaxation, event delegates can head to the hotel’s state-of-the-art gym and spa.

Why meet here?
The hotel wins with its location. It is 45 minutes from Naha International Airport and has two beaches and a marina within strolling distance.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

INDIA

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida
Rooms:
398, including 124 twins

Venues: The hotel has a total banquet space of 4,366m2, including two open lawns of 1486m2 and 929m2 in size. The ballroom can accommodate 700 people in a theatre setting and 900 for a reception, and is supported by 16 breakout rooms. The hotel also boasts an adjoining standalone convention centre for larger conferences.

Supporting facilities and services:
Association secretariats are supported by a specialised events team. Facilities in the hotel include three restaurants and bars (two more will open soon), a business centre, a fitness centre and spa. This new hotel is also built for special needs guests. Ramp access into the hotel, meeting rooms and F&B venues are available, while facilities for vision- and hearing-impaired guests are provided. Wheelchair accessible guestrooms are available too.

Why meet here?
The hotel has an impressive inventory of event spaces, both indoor and outdoor. It is also said to be the largest Crowne Plaza property in South-west Asia.

Recent association clients
Internet Service Providers Association of India, August 2014; Indian Dental Association, December 2014

Hyatt Regency Gurgaon
Rooms: 488, including 65 twin rooms

Venues: Spread over 3,716m2, the hotel’s range of function rooms comprises the Regency Ballroom, six meeting rooms, Regency Lawns and three boardrooms. Regency Ballroom can host up to 3,000 guests and can be divided into three soundproof spaces. It has a cargo entrance and three pre-function areas.

Supporting facilities and services:
Dining functions can be hosted at Awadhi restaurant,
a multi-cuisine outlet with five different live kitchens. Social events can be had at The Long Bar which overlooks the swimming pool, and the lobby lounge.

Why meet here?
The ballroom is the only such facility in India to offer an in-built Christie digital projector. Association secretariats will also appreciate the hotel’s tailor-made packages that include conference and recreational activities.

Recent association clients
Undisclosed

Vivanta by Taj, Dwarka
Rooms: 250, including 52 twins

Venues: Association secretariats can utilise four meeting rooms and three banquet halls with seating capacities for up to 120 delegates in boardroom style. There are also four conference rooms offering 1,560m2 in all, suitable for gatherings of 12 to 800 pax.

Supporting facilities and services:
Video conferencing and webcasting facilities as well as translation services are available at this hotel. Private events can also be hosted on an outdoor lawn, good for 250 to 275 guests in a dinner setup, and at Creo all-day dining restaurant.

Why meet here?
The hotel is located close to the airport and Gurgaon’s business district. It is also a short drive from New Delhi.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed



MALAYSIA

Pullman Kuala Lumpur Bangsar
Rooms: 513, including 191 twins

Venues: This city hotel boasts two large ballrooms that can accommodate up to 2,000 guests, and 12 meeting rooms. All function rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Meeting rooms come in different sizes, some with natural daylight and most are pillarless. This allow associations to have the flexibility to conduct events of various sizes.

Supporting facilities and services:
The outdoor pool deck can host cocktail functions with up to 150 guests, while the hotel has four F&B outlets to keep dining experiences fresh for event delegates. Association secretariats are also supported by a dedicated meetings and events team.

Why meet here?
The hotel is located just off the Federal Highway and away from Kuala Lumpur city centre, allowing event delegates to escape heavy traffic in the city. The hotel also has all meeting rooms on the same floor allowing organisers to have smoother movement.

Recent association clients:
Private Medical Practitioners’ Association of Selangor and Kuala Lumpur, March 2015; Malaysian Association of Tour & Travel Agents, April 2015

Ramada Plaza Dua Sentral Kuala Lumpur
Rooms:
357, including 101 twins

Venues: The hotel offers 10 meeting rooms of different sizes that can host between 12 and 160 people. All meeting rooms feature advanced meeting equipment and Wi-Fi Internet access. The pre-function space is perfect for group registration and coffee breaks.

Supporting facilities and services:
Social functions for association members can be held by the infinity pool on the sixth floor. There is also a choice of three restaurants to hold lunches and dinners. Grill 582 restaurant offers a private dining room for 12 guests. This space is good for private meetings, luncheons and dinners, and comes with an LCD projector and screen upon request.

Why meet here?
All meeting rooms are on Level 6 and a centralised area can be used for coffee breaks, allowing all delegates to mingle in a common space. The hotel also appeals with its convenient location. It is a 10-minute drive from KL Sentral Station and complimentary scheduled shuttle services to KL Sentral are provided. For local event attendees, the hotel charges a flat rate for its indoor car park.

Recent association clients
Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce & Industry, May 2015

Four Points by Sheraton Puchong
Rooms:
249 rooms, including 148 twins

Venues: The hotel’s 1,358m2 of versatile function space comprises the 720m2 Puteri Grand Ballroom which is divisible into two. Boasting a high ceiling, the space can comfortably accommodate up to 700 guests. In addition, there are three meeting rooms ranging from 44m2 to 97m2 in size. The largest of these can fit up to 32 pax in a classroom setting.

Supporting facilities and services:
The lobby lounge can be converted into a pre-dinner cocktail venue for up to 70 guests and is adjacent to an outdoor patio, while the poolside offers the perfect setting for barbecue parties. The Eatery can seat 100 people and is suitable for casual networking events.

Why meet here?
It is the only international- branded hotel in Puchong, and the property promises a high level of service. For logistical ease, all function rooms sit on level one. Natural daylight streaming into the foyer adds comfort and reduces the sense of being in a confined space. In addition, the hotel is within walking distance to a diverse range of food outlets and on request, a food trail for meeting delegates to sample local cuisine can be organised.

Recent association clients
Rotary International District 3300 Malaysia, January 2015


PHILIPPINES

Marco Polo Ortigas Manila
Room count:
316 rooms, including 83 twins

Venue: The Grand Ballroom can accommodate 300 pax for banquets and is divisible into two sections. It comes with a pre-function area. There are also eight function rooms for up to 900 pax, all with advanced audiovisual equipment and sound-proof dividers. Event attendees can enjoy natural daylight and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access.

Supporting facilities and services:
Backed by Hong Kong-based parent Marco Polo Hotels, the Manila property’s event planners can create tailored themed events for meeting delegates.
Its five restaurants and bars can double as unique event venues, including Vu’s sky bar and lounge on the 45th floor of the hotel tower. Lung Hin, which specialises in Cantonese cuisine and fresh seafood, has seven private dining rooms.

Why meet here?
The hotel has earned a strong following with its well-trained staff and quality service since its opening in mid-2014. It is also an ideal venue for medium-scale events since its Grand Ballroom can be strategically set up to house both the plenary and exhibition areas. All event delegates can also be accommodated in the hotel, depending on the association’s requirement.

Recent association clients
Philippine Society of Optometrists, November 2014

SOUTH KOREA

Grand Hyatt Incheon
Rooms: 1,022, including 319 twins

Venues: After adding a new West Tower wing in September 2014, Grand Hyatt Incheon muscled up on the events front with a total of 27 individual spaces – 3,074m2 in the East Tower and 5,303m2 in the West Tower.

The East Tower houses a pillar-free Ballroom that can accommodate 540 pax in a banquet setting, as well as 11 event rooms, three boardrooms, two hospitality suites and a large, pillar-free conference room. A covered Sky Bridge connects the Ballroom and meeting space of the East Tower with the event deck of the West Tower, featuring a Grand Ballroom with a capacity of 830 people in a banquet setting, augmented by a 500m2 pre-function foyer with a built-in bar.

The West Tower houses two large, pillar-free conference rooms and two drawing rooms on Level One; and three meeting rooms on Level Two, most of which offer panoramic views of either Incheon Airport or the terrace garden. Two al fresco venues that seat up to 300 guests each, are available on Level Two.

Supporting facilities and services:
A free shuttle service between the hotel and Incheon Airport departs every 15 minutes; free wireless Internet is available throughout the property; and business centre services are available to all guests.

For guests staying in Grand Club rooms, the rebranded hotel now houses two private Grand Club Lounges – on the 11th floor of the East Tower and the 12th floor of the West Tower – offering panoramic views of Incheon Airport and the West Sea.

The hotel offers five unique F&B concepts, and for recreation, event delegates can utilise the 24-hour Club Olympus fitness centre and spa.

Why meet here?
Grand Hyatt Incheon is located just three minutes from Incheon International Airport and major cities in Gyeonggi Province including Seoul. All the hotel’s event spaces feature advanced multimedia conference equipment and high-speed Internet access. A creative and experienced events team is always on hand to provide personalised service and help plan and execute flawless meetings and events.

Recent association clients
Asia Pacific Aviation Education and Training Symposium, February 2015; AOTrauma, July 2015

Glad Hotel Yeouido, Seoul
Rooms: 319, including 82 twins and 64 jumbo twins

Venues: Bloom banquet hall, the hotel’s largest event venue, can host 400 pax in a theatre layout. Its adjoining venue, Welcome, is good for 50 pax in the same layout. Four additional rooms are available on the second floor, offering between 38m2 and 93m2 of space. The largest of this lot, Project Room A, can host banquets with 40 guests.

Supporting facilities and services
Facilities at the hotel include Creative Lounge business centre, a gym, and The LOFTY executive lounge on the 14th floor. Greets Restaurant and Mark T whiskey bar are great for social functions with a dining element.

Why meet here?
The four Project Rooms are perfect for smaller-sized association member workshops and seminars, and the hotel’s location in the “Manhattan of Seoul” puts its within easy reach of attendees coming from their offices.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed


 

THAILAND

Anantara Siam Bangkok
Rooms: 354 rooms, including 107 twins

Venues: The hotel has more than 17 meetings spaces, the largest of which is the 814m2 ballroom for up to 1,000 pax in a cocktail setting. Montathip 1 to 4 can fit a maximum of either 60 or 154 people in a classroom setting, and the rooms can be combined to create a single space for a 360-pax banquet. A number of other meeting rooms and venues afford the ability to arrange more intimate meetings for groups of 16 to 40 pax.

Supporting facilities and services:
The hotel’s seven restaurants and bars, lobby, and poolside can all be utilised for private events. For a more exquisite venue, associations can consider the 344m2 Anantara Presidential Suite which overlooks the pool and garden. It can host gatherings of up to 18 people or a sit-down dinner for 12.

Why meet here?
Given its wide range of meetings facilities, the property is ideal for smaller association events wanting to handle group sizes of anything from 16 to 100, or more. The diversity of F&B facilities is another plus as they support formal dinners and more relaxed settings.

Recent association clients
ASEAN Council on Petroleum

Le Meridien Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok Resort & Golf Spa
Rooms: 223 rooms (number of twin rooms unavailable)

Venues: With seven meetings rooms and a pre-function area, the property offers 740m2 of combined space. Three ballrooms can be reconfigured into a single 420m2 venue, and all rooms are fitted with the latest audiovisual technology. There is also plenty of outdoor space for group events.

Supporting facilities and services:
There are three F&B outlets. Latest Recipe can seat 136 people (92 inside, 44 outdoor). Favola Italian restaurant seats 102 people, 49 alfresco, with up to 16 in the private dining room, while six people can dine in its wine cellar. Latitude 13° 39’ is the property’s bar, which seats 39 people and can be used as an alternative events space.

Delegates can unwind at Explore Spa with 11 treatment rooms, and have young accompanying family members hang out at the kids club.

Why meet here?
The resort’s highlight is the Summit Windmill Golf Club, which boasts an 18-hole Nick Faldo designed course. It is one of only two courses in Bangkok offering night golf. Preferential rates are available for guests. The airport is just a 15-minute drive away.

Recent association clients
Undisclosed


 

TAIWAN

Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
Rooms: 303, including 57 twins

Venues: The hotel offers a versatile range of rooms including the 960m2 Grand Ballroom with seating for up to 1,200 guests, the 500m2 Mandarin Ballroom with capacity for 600 pax, as well as five flexible Oriental rooms that can accommodate 10 to 110 guests.

Supporting facilities and services:
The business centre provides all basic services an event delegate would need, while the Oriental Lounge satisfies discerning business guests with perks such as exclusive check-in services and refreshments throughout the day. For recreation, the hotel offers a 20m outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool, Fitness & Wellness Centre, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

Why meet here?
Located in the business district on Dunhua North Road, the hotel is a short walk to Taipei MRT Nanjing Fuxing station which provides easy access to key areas in the city. Songshan International Airport is a five-minute drive away while the iconic Taipei Arena is 500m down the road.

Recent association clients
Taiwan Convention & Exhibition Association, March 2015;
Taiwan Tourist Hotel Association, October 2014

Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei
Rooms: 420, including 160 twins

Venues: The Far Eastern Grand Ballroom seats up to 700 guests, while the Shangri-La Ballroom takes 400 pax. Nine other function rooms spread across four different floors are better suited for smaller-sized events. They range from a 41m2 boardroom with 15 seats to a 279m2 function room for 150 people in a reception setting. All venues are fitted with advanced audiovisual technology.

Supporting facilities and services:
Association secretariats looking to take their dining event out of the function rooms have five restaurants and three lounges to choose from. For post-meeting recreation, event delegates can dip into the rooftop pool, work out in a fully equipped fitness centre, or retreat into the Qi Shiseido Salon and Spa.

Why meet here?
The hotel promises a one-stop service and tailor-made programmes that are supported by an event team. A high level of privacy is also promised.

Recent association clients:
American Chamber of Commerce in Taipei, January 2015;
European Chamber of Commerce Taipei; January 2015;
Rotary Club of Sheng Yang, February 2015

Grand Hyatt Taipei
Rooms: 853 rooms, including over 300 twins

Venues: This recently renovated hotel offers 13 meeting rooms, including a pillar-free Grand Ballroom and The Grand Residence, a residential-style multi-event venue. All venues boast advanced facilities and are capable of hosting any event, from a private business meeting for eight to a large convention for up to 1,200 people.

Supporting facilities and services:
There are nine restaurants and bars to choose from, and they all have private dining rooms and areas that can be combined for larger gatherings.

Why meet here?
Grand Hyatt Taipei is adjacent to Taipei 101 Mall and close to the Taipei World Trade Centre and the Taipei International Convention Centre and the Exhibition Halls. It is also a three-minute walk to the train station. Other draws at this hotel are its culinary innovation and creative excellence, important elements that enhance each delegate’s experience.

Recent association clients:
Undisclosed

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