A by Adina Sydney, Australia
Owned and operated by TFE Hotels and developed by TOGA Group, A by Adina Sydney forms the showpiece of a 26-storey tower at 2 Hunter Street. In a first for TFE Hotels, the property boasts an integrated control system that readies any one of its 194 apartments (82 studios, 104 one-bedroom units, and eight two-bedroom apartments) the moment guests check in. The apartment hotel features Australia’s first-ever Sky Lobby perched 100m above street level, and wrapped in a four-storey, glass-encased ‘golden crown’. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool and gym with city views. F&B options are Dean & Nancy on 22, a cocktail bar and dining experience; and an Italian eatery boasting indoor and alfresco dining.
Zenith Cameron, Malaysia
The Zenith Hotels & Resorts has soft opened its third hotel in Malaysia, expanding the brand’s footprint in its home market. Situated in the heart of Tanah Rata, Zenith Cameron is set on 1.38ha of pristine land and consists of 175 guestrooms including 22 suites. The guestrooms, ranging from 37-187m2, feature floor-to-ceiling windows, plush beddings, 43-inch LED television, a separate bathroom with shower cubicle, bathtub and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Each room boasts a spacious private balcony overlooking the terrains of Cameron Highlands.
The property presents three F&B concepts, including an all-day lifestyle outlet, an Italian restaurant and a semi-alfresco bar lounge. On-site amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, children’s play pool, a fitness centre, sauna and a business centre. For meetings and events, the hotel offers over 2,250m2 of highly versatile space with generous natural light. A total of 12 function rooms spread over two levels with a capacity of 10 to 860 guests, are fully fitted with enhanced equipment.
Pullman Khao Lak Resort, Thailand
Located on Bang Muang Beach on the northern tip of the Phang Nga province of Thailand, Pullman Khao Lak Resort features contemporary design that pairs modern amenities with local culture. Boasting private balconies, spacious living areas, and open bathroom concept with rain showers, the 253-room resort offers 14 room categories, starting from the 44m2 Deluxe Room, to the 62m2 Family Suite, and 88m2 Presidential Suite that overlooks the oceanfront. The resort also features a collection of two-bedroom pool villas, perfect for families or friends travelling together.
A variety of offerings can be found at the resort’s restaurants and bars, which include an all-day dining restaurant and beach club. The Junction, a fresh take on the lobby experience, offers space for guests to work, create and connect while enjoying a selection of beverages, pastries, and healthy wraps. Guests can also avail of 24/7 fitness facilities, a 1,400m2 freeform swimming pool, spa, a ballroom and two meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 350 guests.
Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills, UAE
Radisson Hotel Group has debuted its fourth brand in the UAE, the upscale Radisson, with the opening of Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills. Surrounded by lush green parks and community lakes, the full-service hotel features 481 rooms and apartments, all with balconies overlooking the majestic fairways and greens. Guests enjoy access to the fitness centre, outdoor pool, spa, four meeting rooms, complimentary parking and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has multiple on-site dining options. Located on the ground floor, FireLake Grill House is a mid-western steakhouse with a large outdoor terrace and bar. Those looking for international classics with a pan-Asian twist can head to Hessa Street Kitchen. Elsewhere, The Hills Pool Deck & Shisha Lounge offers grilled items and creative light bites.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will be adding a new property to its China portfolio with the slated opening of Rosewood Hangzhou in 2025.
Located in Wangjiang New City, the new build luxury hotel will form part of a 740,000m² mixed-use development project, which will also include a K11 Art Mall, office buildings and workspaces, luxury residences and cultural attractions. The hotel itself will sit in a standalone building totalling 25,000m² over 16 storeys.
Upon opening, Rosewood Hangzhou will offer 140 accommodations, including 17 suites. Suite guests will enjoy exclusive access to Rosewood’s signature Manor Club, an executive lounge which offers F&B experiences, butler service and separate spaces for gathering and entertaining.
Four new dining outlets, including an all-day bistro, a Chinese restaurant and a specialty bar, will welcome guests and locals alike. An all-new culinary and retail hybrid concept that combines the offerings of a flower shop, living room lounge and patisserie will also emerge. Additional amenities will include a fitness centre, indoor pool and hydrotherapy areas. Meeting and event spaces and facilities will span 1,100m² and include an 800m² ballroom.
Rosewood Hangzhou will mark the hospitality brand’s ninth hotel in Greater China and seventeenth in Asia, including eight properties in development in places like Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hoi An.