DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang to open in Batu Ferringhi, Penang
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BY CK Lam
Pearl of the Orient is now officially home to DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang, as announced by Chief Minister of Penang, YAB Mr. Lim Guan Eng at the press conference hosted by Cornerstone Partners.
The event entitled ‘Official Announcement of DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang’ gave insight on the country’s first DoubleTree Resort in Batu Ferringhi Penang.
YAB Mr. Lim Guan Eng, witnessed the signing ceremony. He said the tourism industry in Penang has been the catalyst towards the growth of Penang’s economy, and it now accounts for 47% of the state’s gross domestic product.
Lim also said that the state would continue to pursue possibilities in upgrading and expanding Penang International Airport. He added that the state government is offering airlines US$10 per passenger for direct flights from Bandung, Yangon and Seoul for a period of time.
Mr. Jason Chong (L), CEO of Cornerstone Partners Sdn. Bhd exchanging the signed documents with Mr. Guy Phillips (R), Vice President of Development, Asia, Hilton Worldwide witnessed by YAB Lim Guan Eng, Chief Minister of Penang. Mr. Louis Voon (extreme left), Director of Cornerstone Partners and Mr. Tony Ch’ng (extreme right), Director of Teddy Ville Capital Sdn. Bhd. looks on
Hilton Worldwide will be working with Pinnacle Nexus, a member of Cornerstone Partners, to introduce the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Penang. The resort is the third property in Malaysia, after DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur and DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Baru.
Located in the northern beach area of Penang, the existing hotel building (former Hydro Majestic Hotel) will undergo an extensive refurbishment. The RM230 million project is expected to be completed by the end of this year and set for opening early 2016.
The new resort is designed to meet the needs of travelers. In total there will be 318 rooms, ballroom, function rooms, recreational areas, a lobby bar, a café, and three restaurants where food is served.
Artist rendition of the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
What’s more, the resort incorporates TeddyVille, the first teddy bear themed museum and gallery in Malaysia. The museum will feature the rich history of Malaysia in a fun way through adorable teddy bears in many formats.
YAB Lim Guan Eng, Chief Minister of Penang pinning the tour guide badge on Mr. Beary, the official mascot for TeddyVille, held by Mr. Tony Ch’ng, Director of Teddy Ville Capital Sdn. Bhd. with Mr. Jason Chong, CEO of Cornerstone Partners Sdn. Bhd
There is more to the event held at 32 Mansion. I found myself meeting up with some friends, including Bok a.k.a Taufulou, a food and lifestyle blogger whom I have known for many years. Thank you Bok for sharing this lovely photo.
DoubleTree Hilton signature chocolate chip cookies and teddy from TeddyVille
* Thanks to Cornerstone Partners for extending this invitation.