Just as reports appear that the occupancy rates at Macau’s luxury hotels are rising, the bar is being raised by a noted hotel company.
The French luxury hotel Sofitel Macau At Ponte16 debuted last month to rave reviews. The hotel is part of a joint venture with Pier 16 Resort Hotel Management Ltd. as part of an estimated HK$3.2 billion (US$400 million) total investment that involves the development of a combined hotel, casino, retail, restaurant and entertainment complex.
The 20-story Sofitel Macau has 408 rooms, a Mistral restaurant, a swimming pool, a business center and a 460-square-meter multi-function banquet room, plus additional meeting rooms. The hotel will also have Club Sofitel floors as well as the Mansion at Sofitel, designed for the casino’s high rollers.
The Ponte 16 casino is located in Macau’s Inner Harbour area, adjacent to such iconic landmarks as the Old Clock Tower, which is the focal point of the project.
Sofitel Macau General Manager Robert Rippon said Sofitel Macau is unique among Macau’s luxury hotels in that it combines modern style and design with a stunning heritage location.
“The vast interest in historic cities bodes well for Macau,” he said, “and with Ponte 16’s commitment to maintaining the historic integrity of the waterfront district, we believe Sofitel Macau will attract strong interest from visitors around the world, including discerning leisure travelers and high-end conference and incentive groups.”
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