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-Galaxy Macau, the world’s leading luxury integrated resort, announces Asia’s most anticipated new hotel, created in partnership with the world’s best hotel brand: Capella Hotels and Resorts
MACAU, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Galaxy Entertainment Group, market leaders in bringing to life unparalleled hotel partnerships with the world’s leading hotel brands, announces a historic partnership with Capella Hotels and Resorts, named the World’s Best Hotel Brand by Travel Leisure Magazine in 2023. Galaxy Macau, which has the largest number of FORBES 5-star hotels under one roof in the world, maintaining its position as the best integrated resort globally, will be home to the first Capella property in the Greater Bay Area. Opening in mid-2025, the authentic and unique Capella hospitality brand will join the world’s largest collection of nine high-end hotels under one roof and redefine Macau’s ultra-luxury experience offering.
“We are delighted to create this magnificent embodiment of 21st century ultra-luxury hospitality in partnership with Capella Hotels and Resorts. This collaboration aligns with our strategic growth plan to establish unique flagship properties within the Galaxy Macau integrated resort and beyond,” said Francis Lui, vice president of Galaxy Entertainment Group. “We are honored that the globally acclaimed Capella Hotels and Resorts has chosen to partner with us, enabling the world’s most discerning guests to forge new and authentic connections with Macau, a global arts and entertainment hub with a rich cultural history and gateway As the gateway to the Greater Bay Area as the newest addition to our integrated luxury destination, Capella at Galaxy Macau represents our continued commitment to providing an unparalleled luxury experience to our international guests in Macau.”
Capella at Galaxy Macau is a golden mansion in the cultural center of Asia, reflecting Galaxy’s signature golden charm. The 17-story hotel offers 36 Sky Villas and 57 suites. Designed by renowned Paris-based firm Moinard Bētaille, the interiors are inspired by the jungle and lush green hills of Macau. Each Sky Villa features a light-filled balcony with a transparent infinity pool, an outdoor lounge, a solarium and a hidden conservatory, providing guests with a serene nature experience all year round. The luxurious villas invite socializing and feature amenities such as a butler’s pantry, a karaoke room with a butler’s cigar and premium collection, a private cocktail bar and a game room. The suites are stunning and feature private pools and balconies with panoramic views of Macau architecture.
Bruno Moinard and Claire Bētaille of Moinard Bētaille reflect on its design and say: “Galaxy Entertainment Group granted us the exceptional freedom to conceptualize Capella at Galaxy Macau. The adventurous spirit and rich history of Macau inspired our tropical jungle theme, evoking feelings of generosity and modernity, sprinkled with delicious surprises for guests. The central element of this project is our deep connection with water, inviting guests to imagine themselves suspended in its sparkling pool.
Moinard Bētaille is known for his distinctive approach to French luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. He has created historic interiors for the world’s leading luxury brand boutiques, including iconic global brands Cartier, Breitling and Audemars Piguet.
Acclaimed globally for its category-defining quality, exceptional service and authentic connection of discerning guests to its properties’ unique locations, Capella Hotels and Resorts promises to deliver a new level of elegant luxury in Macau.
The new property at Galaxy Macau will present a bold new vision of Capella’s signature living space, solidifying the property’s role as a cultural hub for meaningful dialogue and expression. ‘Pony
Inspired by the game of equestrian polo, the Moinard Bētaille-designed bar at Capella at Galaxy Macau will feature a unique collection of rare and limited-edition whiskeys. A selected program of sourced Japanese whiskeys, in collaboration with a differentiated selection of whiskey producers, will consolidate the unique offering.
To offer an unparalleled experience to guests in Macau, Capella at Galaxy Macau will collaborate with thought leaders in art and gastronomy. This collaboration includes the presentation of a diverse art collection as well as partnering with Hong Kong culinary star, Michelin Star Chef and Krug Ambassade Vicky Cheng and Asia’s 50 Best to create a memorable epicurean experience.
Chef Cheng’s first international fine dining restaurant will be the region’s most anticipated new opening in 2025, and Capella at Galaxy Macau will offer guests exclusive access to her proprietary restaurant concept, celebrating the best of local talent in the Greater Bay Area in collaboration with Hong Kong interior design expert Joyce Wang.
In 2024 alone, Cheng’s meteoric rise has earned him three Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024 awards, placing him fifth in the region for his Wing restaurant in Hong Kong and securing Cheng the Highest accolade. Climber Award. Cheng’s proprietary concept in Macau will celebrate the coming together of cultures, representing the convergence of East and West that he alludes to in his cuisine, and will be enhanced by an intimate atmosphere designed to allow guests to interact directly with his culinary experience, conceptualized by award-winning Hong Kong interior designer Joyce Wang.
Chef Vicky Cheng expresses his excitement about his long-awaited new independent restaurant concept: “I am delighted to showcase the distinctive ingredients and rich heritage of the Pearl River Delta in my fresh, independent concept at Capella Galaxy Macau. I look forward to introducing my version refined and innovative combination of French and Chinese flavors and techniques with an experimental twist at the first step to bring my exclusive concept of haute cuisine to the international arena.
Renowned interior design virtuoso Joyce Wang of Joyce Wang Studio shares her perspective: “Understanding Vicky Cheng’s passion for foraging and exploring has influenced our choice of materials, textures and the fluid architectural forms of the space. We have emphasized “the kitchen as the heart of the dining experience, and our design aims to gently blur the line between guest and chef, inviting guests to immerse themselves in Chef Vicky’s intimate culinary ritual.”
Additionally, Capella at Galaxy Macau will feature an exclusive all-day dining restaurant, further expanding the exclusive range of authentic dining experiences for diners in Macau.
“Capella at Galaxy Macau marks a pivotal moment for Capella Hotels and Resorts as we expand into the Greater Bay Area,” said Evan Kwee, vice president of Capella Hotel Group. “Through our partnership with Galaxy Entertainment Group, we are excited to introduce travelers to Macau’s rich cultural heritage, providing thoughtful and enriching experiences while fostering meaningful connections with the local community.”
Underscoring the rich cultural heritage and Asian heart of Galaxy Entertainment Group’s unique values and market-leading positioning, Capella at Galaxy Macau represents the latest iteration of Galaxy Macau’s commitment to creating exceptional integrated resort experiences. According to Francis Lui, Vice President of Galaxy Entertainment Group, “Galaxy Macau continues to stand out from its competitors as we bring the world’s leading brands to Macau at our renowned integrated resort. Within our differentiated and growing portfolio, Capella at Galaxy Macau is the latest innovative beacon for the ultra-luxury Galaxy lifestyle, dedicated to defining a new era of exceptional hospitality on the global stage.”
For more information, visit www.galaxymacau.com
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ABOUT GALAXY MACAU INTEGRATED RESORT
Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated Resort offers the “World’s Most Spectacular Leisure and Entertainment Destination.” Developed with an investment of 43 billion Hong Kong dollars, the property covers 1.1 million square meters of unique entertainment and leisure attractions unlike anything in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels offer nearly 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau and Broadway Hotel. Exclusive to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000 square meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575 metres, the largest Skytop wave pool with waves up to 1.5 meters high and a pristine sandy beach white 150 meters. Two five-star spas of Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.
As a dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and the highest quality ingredients with over 120 dining options, from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the most popular shopping destination offering the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. With over 100,000 square meters, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of brands are among more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping trip; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. The 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audiovisual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind luxury lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden age with luxurious entertainment and style; and Foot Hub features the traditional art of reflexology to leave you feeling more relaxed and revitalized. For authentic Macau flavors and vibrant Asian experiences, Broadway Macau, just a 90-second walk across a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 authentic Macau and Asian flavors at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theater hosts world-class artists and a wide range of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well catered for with a portfolio of unique venues at Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated tourism precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000 square meters of fully flexible MICE and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena, the largest indoor stadium in Macau.
For more information, visit www.galaxymacau.com, www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com.
ABOUT CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS
The Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation consists of properties located in Singapore, Sydney, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi, Shanghai and Hainan. Future openings include interesting destinations such as Japan, Taipei, Saudi Arabia and South Korea. The exceptional hospitality brand, which takes its name from the brightest star in the Auriga constellation, highlights local heritage, culture and community while creating authentic guest experiences with the highest level of personalized service and combining a legacy of careful design.
In 2023, Capella was named Best Hotel Brand at the Travel Leisure ‘World’s Best Awards’. Capella Bangkok and Capella Singapore earned the distinction of being included in the debut list of The World’s 50 Best Hotels in 2023. Capella Hotels and Resorts is a member of DISCOVERY, a multi-brand loyalty program representing a collection of 40+ independent hotel brands. from 100 countries around the world.
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