Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) announced in a statement yesterday that its third phase expansion will be collaborating with French hospitality company Accor on a Raffles hotel, and it is expected the complex will open in the second half of this year.
The statement pointed out that Raffles is a legendary brand that has set the standard in luxury hospitality for more than 130 years, adding that the new expansion will be named “Raffles at Galaxy Macau”, featuring about 450 suites.
The statement described Raffles at Galaxy Macau as an architectural landmark featuring glass air bridges connecting the two towers on every floor. According to the statement, the design of each suite draws inspiration from a modern palazzo, with a selection of suites even featuring their own private pools and gardens, and also a small number of unique loft suites featuring double-storey windows.
The statement said that Raffles at Galaxy Macau will have “the famed Raffles butlers, renowned for their thoughtful and discreet service, personally delivering a level of enlightened hospitality that is both gracious and intuitive for each and every guest.”
According to the statement, Raffles at Galaxy Macau will turn its guestrooms into a multi-usage canvas – with Samsung The Frame Hospitality in every room, switching from globally curated art to in-room entertainment features with just one click.
The statement also said that Raffles at Galaxy Macau will also offer Raffles’ legendary signature afternoon tea experience or the chance to unwind in a “secretive twist” on the Raffles’ hallmark Long Bar –the legendary provenance of the iconic Singapore Sling – “where visitors can sip a new iconic Sling tailored for Macau, or escape to The Glass House for breakfast or an elegant snack to enjoy the outdoors, in an indoor environment.”
The statement noted that The Glass House, set amidst a Mediterranean-inspired garden, is within a few steps of the Raffles’ private infinity pool.
GEG Vice Chairman Francis Lui Yiu Tung said, “The Raffles brand and heritage is perfectly complementary to our strategy of delivering greater, elevated experiences, and true to our ‘World Class, Asian Heart’ mantra. This collaboration with Raffles and Accor in the development of Raffles at Galaxy Macau brings yet another differentiated luxury perspective and dimension in GEG’s growing portfolio and estate. Aside from offering more diversity in our luxury accommodations at Galaxy Macau, we expect it will also raise the bar to new heights throughout the region.”
Accor Greater China CEO Gary Rosen said, “We are incredibly proud to be collaborating with GEG for the Raffles located at Galaxy Macau, the most ultra-luxurious experience in Macau. As a key destination on the global map, Macau is ideal for our next Raffles. The Raffles at Galaxy Macau will invite guests to experience Raffles’ legendary service and impeccable design, offering an oasis of luxury, glamour and adventure in one of the world’s most exciting destinations – it will no doubt become the preferred choice for the most discerning guests.”
This concept photo provided by Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) yesterday shows the third phase of Galaxy Macau – the Raffles at Galaxy Macau.
