Blending nomadic culture with five-star luxury experience
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, May 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- A new member of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts – The Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar will grandly open on June 3 in the heart of Mongolia’s capital city. Situated in the city’s prime location, the hotel is just steps away from the renowned Government House and Chinggis Khaan Square. It offers easy access to the picturesque Mongolian highlands, historic temples and monasteries, as well as wildlife adventures across the vast steppes.
Adjacent to the under-construction Shangri-La Centre, Ulaanbaatar’s only upcoming multi-use luxury commercial complex, the 28-story tower will debut in 2016. It will feature luxury apartments, retail shops spanning four floors, and 19 floors of premium office space. In addition, a 7,200-square-meter fitness club will be established, including an indoor swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi and sauna, as well as a two-floor children's playground for endless fun.
Welcome tea at the lobby lounge
With 290 elegant and spacious guest rooms, the hotel adds a vibrant touch to Ulaanbaatar’s development blueprint, where rich nomadic culture complements Shangri-La’s legendary hospitality. Upon entering the hotel, guests are enveloped in a strong sense of local culture. The first sight is the stunning entrance with a magnificent double-layer crystal chandelier symbolizing good fortune, adorned with bronze decorations, where traditionally dressed concierge staff offer a warm welcome.
Stepping inside, the luxurious and spacious lobby boasts the city’s most extravagant three-meter-wide crystal chandelier at its center, complemented by textured rock walls and horn-shaped lighting that reflect the warrior spirit of the Mongolian people.
Deluxe Rooms
All guest rooms in the hotel are over 42 square meters, making them among the largest in Ulaanbaatar. All south-facing rooms and suites offer views of Friendship Park, while north-facing ones overlook Chinggis Khaan Square and the cityscape. The rooms are designed in natural tones and decorated with light-toned wood. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi, a work desk, marble bathrooms, and bay windows for enjoying views of the grassland and snow-capped mountains. The spacious 84-square-meter suites feature separate bedrooms and living areas, ideal for sharing with travel companions or family.
Cafe Park
The Executive Club Lounge, located on the top floor of the hotel, will debut in July and is perfect for business and leisure travelers seeking a higher level of personalized service. Guests can enjoy views of Friendship Park, expedited check-in and check-out, complimentary breakfast, all-day beverages, evening cocktails and canapés, and free use of the meeting room every day.
The hotel also offers a diverse dining selection. Cafe Park serves delicious cuisine from around the world all day long. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, guests can savor the chefs’ signature dishes here.
The bar and Western restaurant, named after Naadam, Mongolia’s biggest summer sports event, offers distinctive Western cuisine, pleasant music, exciting entertainment, and the best vodka in the city. The restaurant also features a 50-person outdoor terrace. Traditional local handicrafts enhance the restaurant’s décor.
The Chinese restaurant, named Hutong, will open in August, serving a variety of Chinese dishes including Peking duck, stewed dishes, and classic northern Chinese cuisine, along with a selection of fine wines. The restaurant’s wine-red and charcoal-grey interiors, accented by soft lighting and dark wood, create a fashionable and modern atmosphere.
The lobby lounge is an ideal spot for meetings and casual gatherings, offering light meals and beverages. Large windows fill the space with sunlight, and even the corner brass art decorations shine brilliantly.
The Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar, boasts the largest meeting and banquet facilities in Ulaanbaatar, with a total of 2,643 square meters of versatile space suitable for various events. The hotel has eight meeting rooms, including a 1,300-square-meter pillar-less grand ballroom that can accommodate over 800 guests.
The fully equipped fitness center includes a gym, jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms, along with a variety of massage options, allowing guests to relax and invigorate their bodies.
To learn about Ulaanbaatar’s peak travel season, click here to view the hotel’s summer offerings, including complimentary breakfast, dining vouchers, or double rewards points with the Golden Circle loyalty program. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.shangri-la.com.
Travelers arriving in Ulaanbaatar by international flight or train who require airport or train station transfer services may book the hotel’s paid luxury car transfer service, which offers free Wi-Fi onboard. Each trip takes approximately 40 minutes and 20 minutes, respectively.
Headquartered in Hong Kong, Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a globally renowned hotel management company, currently owning and managing over 90 hotels under the Shangri-La brand, with more than 37,000 rooms. After more than 40 years of dedicated operation, “a genuine heartfelt hospitality” has become the hallmark of the Shangri-La brand. In addition, the group has numerous new hotel projects in the pipeline, primarily located in Mainland China, Cambodia, India, Mongolia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Qatar, and Sri Lanka. For further information or reservations, please contact a travel agency or visit the Shangri-La Group website at www.shangri-la.com.
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