News for the Hospitality Executive |
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
Opens Its First Hotel
In Austria On Iconic
Schubertring Boulevard, the 202-room Ritz-Carlton Vienna
The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna is an elegant
building composed of
four historic palaces dating back to the 19th century and is located in
the
heart of the city with incredible views of Vienna's landmarks from its
rooms
and roof top bar. The cultural heritage of the city with its museums,
opera,
concert halls and historic buildings is just a short stroll from the
hotel. The hotel embraces tradition with many
original design
features which have been painstakingly preserved and integrated into
the
interiors offering a strong sense of place. An impressive marble
staircase is a
stunning feature of the hotel interior, decorative mural paintings
together
with intricate wood carvings and panelling were all carefully restored
and form
an essential part of the hotel's character. "We are delighted to open our 80th
hotel in
this key European capital and to offer discerning global travellers a
truly
unique property here in Vienna," said Herve Humler President and Chief
Operating Officer of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. "The hotel will bring The Ritz-Carlton
service
philosophy to the city and combine it with Viennese hospitality to
create
memorable experiences for guests whether travelling on leisure or for
business." The Ritz-Carlton Vienna reflects the city's
combination of
Imperial tradition and contemporary creativity in its design and
interiors
incorporating both historic and modern features. The hotel's stylish guestrooms and suites
include 43 suites
and a spacious Presidential suite of rooms on the second floor with
many
original features. The Club Lounge is located on the seventh floor and
provides
guests exclusive access to a private concierge service, a gastronomic
food and
beverage presentation throughout the day and views of the city scape
from its
windows below the eaves of the hotel. Dstrikt restaurant , located on the ground
floor with a
summer terrace, offers authentic Austrian cuisine from the kitchen of
Chef Wini
Brugger, open throughout the day guests can enjoy locally grown produce
and
regional dishes. The rooftop bar Atmosphere is a unique location from
which to
discover the panoramic views of the city of Vienna and enjoy a relaxing
drink.
Melounge is adjacent to the lobby and is the perfect setting for the
Viennese
tradition of coffee and cake in the afternoon. The cosy D-Bar completes
the
sophisticated variety of bars and restaurants at the hotel open to both
local
residents and hotel guests. The business facilities offered at the hotel
include a range
of meeting rooms featuring the stunning 300 square metre Crystal
Ballroom
decorated with thousands of sparkling crystals. Two permanent
boardrooms and
three function rooms with natural light are complemented by a Business
Centre,
all located on the first floor. Recreational amenities comprise of a
spectacular 18 metre
indoor swimming pool, Fitness room, sauna and steam rooms. The boutique
Guerlain Spa will offer six treatment rooms including two specially
designed
for couples. For additional information on The
Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/vienna
or call the hotel on + 43 1 311 88 110. The
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. of Chevy Chase, Md.,
currently operates 80 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle
East, Africa,
and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are
under
development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service
company to
have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality
Award which
recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or
reservations,
contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S.
1-800-241-3333, or
visit the company website at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Company, L.L.C.
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) |
Contact: Allison Sitch Senior Corporate Director, Public Relations Phone: +1 3015474784 Email: [email protected] The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. www.ritzcarlton.com 4445 Willard Avenue - Suite 800 USA - Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Phone: (703) 941-6225 Fax: 703-941-7492 Email: [email protected] |