Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts Enters India

DUBAI, UAE, September 7, 2011 -

Swiss hospitality company combines heritage and vision to create premier guest experience in its first Indian property, the Moevenpick Hotel & Spa Bangalore.

The only five-star international hotel in India offering the convenient 24-hour rate concept.

Moevenpick Hotel & Spa Bangalore has officially opened its doors today, becoming the first property in India for the international upscale hotel company. The five-star hotel is superbly designed as a contemporary business destination whilst also offering exciting leisure opportunities for relaxation, dining and entertainment.

Conveniently located near the main business districts of the city and a 30-minute drive from the airport, the modern hotel boasts a stunning water feature at its entrance and an illuminated glass staircase, lending a warm feel to the corporate traveller focused property.

The hotel’s services are every bit as progressive as the design, with guests enjoying complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, a first in the city. All 182 rooms contain flat screen LCD TV with integrated media systems.

Guests staying in executive club rooms or suites enjoy a variety of convenient benefits including a 24-hour rate starting from the moment they arrive, which will help the majority of international travellers taking early morning or late evening flights.

The opening further augments the close ties between India and Switzerland, which covers everything from trade to movies, with the European country’s stunning scenery providing the backdrop to many Bollywood films.

Jean Gabriel Pérès, President & CEO of Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts said he was excited about launching the first Moevenpick property in India, in the heart of its ‘Silicon Valley’.

“It is a contemporary property which is in keeping with 21st century India and its rising stature on the global stage,” he said. “This opening marks a new milestone for our company entering the Indian Subcontinent with the Moevenpick Hotel Bangalore. We are convinced that the hotel’s facilities, in combination with our personalised service delivery and the Swiss approach to quality, will appeal to domestic and international travellers alike.”

Guests can enjoy a selection of four dining and entertainment options including the 24-hour My Place restaurant, the Obsidian bar, featuring a striking 1920s art deco interior design,  the Italian restaurant Mezzaluna and the soon-to-open Perfect Sky, the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and lounge.

A dedicated floor for banqueting facilities includes a grand ballroom with separate entrance, whilst seven meeting venues offer an ideal setting for exclusive board meetings, corporate celebrations and stylish social functions.

Leisure facilities include a stunning swimming pool with infinity edge located on the second floor, and the state of the art spa and fitness centre.

The Sohum Spa is set to become a top-class wellness facility and features eight treatment rooms and an extensive selection of therapies, inspired by Ayurveda, the ancient Indian philosophy of health and wellbeing, in addition to Oriental and European healing techniques. The Spa captures in its design and décor the Hindu temple architecture of South India, creating a soothing retreat for equilibrium and harmony.

Situated on the 12^th floor and offering magnificent city views, the fitness centre features modern equipment and dedicated rooms for Yoga and meditation.

Kodandaram Ramaiah, managing director MSR Hotel (Bangalore) Pvt Ltd and owner of the upscale property, said he looked forward to a long and successful relationship with Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts. “The company has built up a large profile in Europe, Africa and the Middle East and are very positive to drawing in global travellers who know the brand, as well as introducing it to executives within the Subcontinent.”

Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts has strong expansion plans in India and has recently announced a second property in the country, the Moevenpick Dharamshala Resort & Spa, an exclusive 110-room resort in the Northern Indian Kangra Valley due to open in 2013.

For further information and reservations, please visit the website: www.moevenpick-bangalore.com.

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About Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts:

Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts, an international upscale hotel management company with over 14′000 employees, is represented in 25 countries with 71 hotels and resorts currently in operation. A further 30 properties are planned or already under construction in Ankara, (Turkey), Dubai (four projects - United Arab Emirates); Abu Dhabi (three projects - United Arab Emirates), Shanghai (China), Dharamshala (India).

Focusing on expansion in its core markets of Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts specialises in business and conference hotels, as well as holiday resorts, all reflecting a sense of place and respect for their local communities. Of Swiss heritage and headquartered in Zurich, Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts is passionate about delivering premium service, culinary enjoyment and sustainable environments - all with a personal touch.

The hotel company is owned by the Moevenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%). For more information please visit www.moevenpick-hotels.com.

For further information: Laura Perez Diaz, Director of Communications - Middle East, Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts
Shatha Tower, Office 3903, P.O. Box 500590, Dubai, UAE
Phone +971 4 367 1927, Fax: +971 4 367 2688
laura.perez at movenpick.com