Murray Building
AS TIPPED by TTG Asia e-Daily on June 30, the iconic Murray Building in Hong Kong, quite possibly the last remaining prime site in Central for a major hotel, will be branded a Niccolo by Marco Polo.
The tall white landmark structure, with its distinctive arches and unique recessed windows, was built in 1969 and is renowned for its ground-breaking and energy-efficient design.
World-renowned architects Foster and Partners, whose works in Hong Kong include The Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank headquarters and the Hong Kong International Airport, have been engaged as designers for the project.
With 336 rooms, The Murray, a Niccolo Hotel, Hong Kong aims to offer a stunning rooftop bar with some of the most breathtaking views of the city and a series of signature restaurants, among other features. The hotel is scheduled to open at the end of October 2017.
Its general manager, Duncan Palmer, said he was confident the hotel would be the preferred address for visiting dignitaries, captains of industry and leaders in style, just as the first Niccolo Chengdu, which opened in April 2015, is today.
Jennifer Cronin, president of Niccolo Hotels, said: “The Chengdu property is a great success and we are very excited to be able to announce another even more exciting landmark project for Hong Kong. The Murray, a Niccolo Hotel, Hong Kong will certainly establish our Niccolo brand and the excellence it stands for firmly in the minds of international travellers.”
