The World of Hospitality Issue 17 2016 | Page 72

72 the World Of Hospitality Four Seasons All-New Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Now Open at Capital Place While today’s travellers are more likely to arrive in Jakarta by commercial aircraft or private jet, the city has long welcomed the world as one of history’s most storied marine ports. Now, the start of a new era in Indonesian hospitality begins with the muchanticipated opening of the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. “Jakarta is a very big, very busy city that simply never stops – and Four Seasons feeds on that energy, optimism and uniquely Indonesian friendliness and flair,” says General Manager Christian Poda, who leads of team of 250 carefully selected local and international staff. “We’ve created this beautiful new Hotel with every possible luxury, and now we are thrilled to finally welcome our first guests and really bring it to life.” Ideally situated on Jalan Gatot Subroto within the city’s Central Business District, the all-new Capital Place, an award-winning architectural landmark by César Pelli, is home to leading businesses, and now, the stunning new Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta. With its excellent dining options, sumptuously appointed spa and handsome event spaces, it promises to be the preferred address of the city’s elite, as well as business and leisure travellers from around the world. Be among the first to experience the new Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta: The Hotel is extending its Introductory Offer featuring a daily credit of IDR 1 million through July 31, and IDR 500,000 from August 1 to September 30, 2016. Guests may also choose the popular Bed and Breakfast package, which includes daily breakfast for two in the Palm Court, or the privacy of one’s suite. The Look of Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta Internationally-renowned interior designer Alexandra Champalimaud was inspired by Jakarta’s longestablished position on the global stage, and by its commercial trading history and the influence of many cultures on its character, in particular Indonesia’s Dutch colonial period. From the moment one enters the soaring lobby with its grand staircase lit by a magnificent crystal chandelier, a classical European aesthetic is reflected in the colour palettes, materials and finishes, fine furnishings and sophisticated lighting.