Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s portfolio of independent hotels recognized for celebrating individuality, has announced its debut of four properties in Asia next year. In early 2017, the brand expects to open The Shanhaitian Resort Sanya in China, The Majestic Hotel and Hotel Stripes in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and RYSE hotel in Seoul, South Korea.
“Over the past few years, there has been a growing demand in Asia for authentic and engaging travel experiences that highlight the distinctive qualities of the locale – something that sits at the very heart of the Autograph Collection philosophy,” said Julius Robinson, Vice President & Global Lead, Autograph Collection Hotels. “We are delighted to debut four exactly like nothing else properties in exotic new locations that both deliver on this demand and shine a light on our brand’s commitment to offering differentiated guest experiences at one-of-a-kind hotels around the world.”
Autograph Collection Hotels is scheduled to add three additional properties in Malaysia and South Korea in 2017 including The Majestic Hotel and Hotel Stripes in Kuala Lumpur, and RYSE hotel in Seoul – each offering distinctive experiences inspired by the destination. Originally built in the 1930s, The Majestic Hotel is an iconic Art Deco landmark and is home to The Smoke House – a celebrated lounge and bar featuring a card and cigar room, screening room, bespoke tailor and gentleman’s grooming salon. Hotel Stripes is chic urban hotel in Kuala Lumpur’s trendy Jalan Kamunting area, which is home to a burgeoning art and culinary scene. RYSE hotel in Seoul embodies the creative spirit of the city’s hip Hongdae district with an artistic and design-centric aesthetic.
“We are thrilled to have this vital opportunity to continue growing Autograph Collection’s brand presence in Asia,” said Mike Fulkerson, Vice President of Brand Marketing, Asia Pacific, Marriott International. “The exponential amount of growth in the region over the last few years, particularly in China, offers rich development opportunities for the brand – and we believe these four properties will open even more doors for the collection.”
Currently there are four Autograph Collection hotels in the Asia-Pacific region, including The Stones Hotel – Legian Bali (Bali, Indonesia), The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo (Tokyo, Japan), THE PLAZA Seoul (Seoul, South Korea) and Pier One Sydney Harbour (Sydney, Australia).
