| The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore | |
|---|---|
| 新加坡丽嘉登美年大酒店 | |
| General information | |
| Status | Occupied |
| Type | Hotel |
| Architectural style | High-rise |
| Location | Raffles Avenue, Marina Centre, Downtown Core, Singapore |
| Coordinates | |
| Construction started | 1990 |
| Completed | 1996 |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 32 and 2 basements |
| Design and construction | |
| Owner | Pontiac Land |
| Management | Ritz-Carlton |
| Architect | Kevin Roche, John Burgee, Phillip Johnson with DP Architects Pte Ltd |
| Developer | Pontiac Land |
| Website | |
| www.ritzcarlton.com | |
The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore (Chinese: 新加坡丽嘉登美年大酒店) is a 32 floor luxury hotel located at Marina Bay, Singapore. The hotel is managed by the Ritz-Carlton group of hotels, and it has won many awards. The hotel was opened in 1996.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore was designed by world-acclaimed architect, Kevin Roche, who won the Pritzker Prize, with DP Architects. The hotel has a 4,200 piece modern art collection which includes works by Frank Stella, Andy Warhol and Dale Chihuly. The interior design of the hotel was done by acclaimed designer Hirsch Bedner Associates and the hotel's 608 rooms were renovated in 2011.
The location and construction of the hotel was completed with the intent of providing good views from every room. The hotel has 608 guest rooms and suites. All guest rooms and bathrooms offer views of either Marina Bay or Kallang Bay and the city's skyline. Each of the rooms is also equipped with high-speed Internet access, plush furniture and walk-in wardrobes. Its marble-tiled bathrooms feature a four-square metre octagon window each, fitted with European bath amenities. Designed by Burega Farnell Pte Ltd, the newly-renovated guest rooms have been tastefully redecorated, reflecting a timeless contemporary style set against modern essentials. The featured highlight is in the design and layout of the rooms which is maximised and enhanced with the clever use of space and designed with discerning, contemporary travellers in mind. Bathed in a soothing natural palette, the host of services and amenities will provide a memorable experience for every guest.
In line with the hotel’s strong commitment to energy efficiency, energy saving LED lights and bulbs are used throughout the guest rooms, in areas such as wardrobes, the bed cove, night stands, sofa uplighter, floor lamps and the honour bar.
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia was the first hotel in the world to be furnished with wall-mounted 46-inch Hospitality LED TVs. Business travellers can enjoy high-speed wireless internet access in their rooms as well as the large work desks with built-in power points and multiple power sockets. Other features include Internet Protocol (IP) phones, as well as iPhones or iPoddocking stations at the writing desks.
Black-out electrical roller blinds and daylight electrical roman blinds provide guests with an option to take in the breathtaking views from their rooms or unwind in the cosy ambience when the blinds are drawn, further enhanced by the dual mood lighting system. Other new additions include the bedside master control for lights and blinds, lit-drawers within credenza cabinets and saflok key systems. Nepresso coffee machines are also available in all club rooms and suites.
White marble tile flooring, high-end water-conserving bath fixtures and LED lighting adorn the bathrooms. Other highlights include rain-showers, new microfibre bathrobes and anti-fog mirrors.
At the top of the hotel is the Ritz-Carlton Club, which comprises 128 club rooms that include 19 one-bedroom suites, three two-bedroom suites and theRitz-Carlton suite. Guests at the Ritz-Carlton Club enjoy a dedicated concierge service, a private lounge lounge, and luxurious rooms fitted with flat screen television, DVD players and personal butler service.
The Summer Pavilion, which is set in a Suzhou rock garden, is the hotel's signature restaurant. It serves traditional Cantonese cuisine amidst a modern setting. Greenhouse is the hotel's all-day restaurant, featuring international cuisines. Seating a maximum of 240 guests, Greenhouse is known for its premier Sunday champagne brunch. The Chihuly Lounge offers afternoon tea, while cocktails and champagne may be enjoyed throughout the day.
Conference facilities include the 1,094-square metre Grand Ballroom that features modern audio-visual and lighting equipment, the Chihuly Room and 12 meeting and function rooms.
The hotel also features a tropical-themed garden, a spa and a swimming pools.
The hotel is known for hosting the rich and elite which includes tourists and delegations. During the 117th IOC Session, the New York delegation team stayed at the hotel. A number of luxurious products were launched at the hotel such as the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
The hotel is designated as an IOC Hotel during the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics in Singapore and has successfully hosted the event, one of the highlights would be the 1st Summer Youth Olympic Games Opening Gala Dinner by the IOC President.
During the annual Singapore Grand Prix Night Race, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is the hotel of choice as guests are located only five minutes away from the pit building. During this time, the hotel attracts international jetsetters, glitterati and members of the racing community. One of the most renowned after-race parties, The Podium Lounge, happens at the hotel poolside where sightings of race team drivers and musicians are not uncommon.
The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore has won "Best Accommodation Experience" from the Singapore Tourism Board, "Best Hotel in Asia" from Business Asia, and "Best Business Hotel in Asia" from Finance Asia.