One World Hotel - One World Hotel

Press Release

OWNERSHIP
One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya owned by Bandar Utama City Sdn Bhd is part of the First Nationwide Group of Companies, which is ultimately owned by the family of Tan Sri Dato (DR) Teo Soo Cheng. At an investment of RM300 million, the 438-room 5-star hotel, located in the heart of Petaling Jaya, has been created with a vision of form, function and innovation to provide discerning guests with a unique grand experience and a contemporary yet classic ambience.

AFFILIATION
One World Hotel is a member of WORLDHOTELS in the deluxe collection category. WORLDHOTELS is the largest and most established Europe based global hotel group for independent hotels with over 500 member properties in more than 300 destinations and 70 countries worldwide with the banner “bringing unique hotels and people together”.

LOCATION
Strategically located in the heart of Petaling Jaya’s business and commercial district, One World Hotel is adjoining to the award winning 1 Utama Shopping Centre – one of Malaysia’s most successful shopping centres showcasing more than 600 retail outlets, 2 cinemas with 20 screens and a 36-lane bowling alley.

SERVICE
The hotel offers a new dimension in service and quality standards providing grandeur, elegance and unequalled amenities and facilities. Its service is graciously warm yet efficient and consistent, in an atmosphere of urban residential comfort with welcoming public areas, innovative restaurants and well-appointed guestrooms.

LOBBY
Exuding luxury and grandeur, the 20-storey hotel, embellishes in numerous Malaysian artefacts from carved wood furnishing to opulent Crema Valencia marble with white and greyish grained marble border finishing which displays a warm welcome. The hotel lobby features panels of spectacular chandeliers hanging on steel cables with fibre-optic illumination amid crystal peculiarities.

ACCESSIBILITY
The hotel is a mere 45-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) by road and a 20-minute drive away from KL Sentral which is the Express Rail Link (ERL) station to KLIA, that takes 28 minutes. It is the perfect gateway for business and leisure travellers as the hotel is easily accessible from a number of expressways such as North Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE), Federal Highway, New Pantai Expressway (NPE) and Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP).

COMFORT
Bathed in soothing earth tones of amber and beige, all rooms at One World Hotel offer great avenues for relaxation and work. Each room is set in contemporary décor with elegant furnishings specially designed with comfort and convenience in mind. High-speed wired and wireless broadband networks enable Internet connectivity from anywhere in the hotel, providing ultimate convenience to business travellers. All rooms are equip with a complete range of amenities, facilities and services, such as three telephones, personal voice messaging system, bath, private bar, temperature control, 32 and 42 inch LCD TV, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, coffee and tea making facilities and a personal safe. Beautifully-crafted wood furniture renders an exquisite touch to all of our guestrooms comprising of Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Deluxe Plus Rooms, Executive Club Rooms and Suites, Junior Suites and Executive Suites.

EXECUTIVE CLUB - PERIDOT CLUB
Peridot Club guests enjoy the luxury of spacious living, which includes an exclusive lounge featuring reading, game and TV room. Guests staying at the Peridot Club will enjoy discreet and efficient check-in and check-out by Club Pursers, exclusive use of the club lounge, welcome drinks and fruit tray, complimentary breakfast, evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and complimentary pressing of 1 suit upon arrival.

CUISINE

Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a restaurant of vibrant taste, sights and sounds, embodying local and international cuisine experiences in a single venue. The restaurant features open live cooking kitchen concept which also includes a garden terrace for alfresco dining in a contemporary setting. A water feature surrounds the seating area which gives it a perfect ambience for a great meal.

Zuan Yuan
Zuan Yuan Chinese Restaurant specialises in authentic Cantonese cuisine and a number of exotic Teo Chew dishes. Savour our specialties cooked in various styles that reflect time-honoured traditions and a classically inspired interior décor of sophisticated splendour. Silver leaf ceilings, ebony doors and artifacts of wine jars placed on the customised shelving fits the décor and cuisine of the restaurant.

Kura
Japanese Restaurant Kura reflects the genius of Japanese cuisine with an exquisite mix of rare treasured delicacies. Sushi, sashimi and tempura favourites are just the beginning, with a superb menu to tempt the adventurous.

The Sphere Lounge
Situated in the lobby, The Sphere is the perfect setting for business or social gatherings with its sleek, modern design, yet cosy atmosphere. While away the afternoons with soothing music from our resident pianist, relaxing with business associates over a tempting selection of traditional afternoon tea, snacks and desserts. At night our band provides entertainment to the sounds of jazz and light music.

Poolbar & Grill

For a more relaxed and casual atmosphere, make your way to Poolbar & Grill. Soak in the sun and enjoy exciting thirst quenching beverages, snacks/ light meals, wellness cuisine and exotic juices. BBQ buffet dinner steals the limelight every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Long Bar
At Long Bar, loosen your ties and join the crowd, relax over drinks and catch up with the action around town all night long. Brace yourself to nights of fun and entertainment in a trendy atmosphere. Daily special themed nights are available. Light snacks and meals are served.

EVENTS
Spanning an area of over 4000 square metres of meeting space, our pillar-less Imperial Ballroom is partition-able into three separate ballrooms which include a huge foyer for pre-function facility. There are also fifteen additional meeting rooms to choose from. One World Hotel is one of the city’s most sophisticated, tech savvy hotels for conferences, theme parties, business meetings and weddings. The meeting and conference facilities features state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, high speed Internet service, satellite teleconferencing, simultaneous translation services and even has vehicle accessibility for grand launches. The spectacular chandeliers in the Ballroom lend drama to any event. A team of dedicated Convention Services professionals are on hand to attend to your full meeting needs, from planning through to final performance.

BUSINESS CENTRE
Located on the hotel's 1st floor, The Business Centre is a comprehensive on-site, full service centre and meeting service specialist. Full services include copying, printing, faxing, high speed Internet, office equipments, office supplies, shipping and receiving. Conceived as a self-contained setting, the Business Centre is yet another perfect location to conquer the business world. It’s equipped with broadband Internet connectivity and multiple workstations for added convenience and greater comfort when you work. The centre is also equipped with two well appointed meeting rooms.

RECREATION
The Hotel’s Wellness Centre, located on level 2 offers guest a place to exercise or relax. It features a gymnasium with high-performance fitness equipment, sauna, steam room, four tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool including a children pool and sun deck within a resort style landscape setting.

THANN SANCTUARY
Voted as one of 2006’s Top 55 Best Spas in the world by Conde Nast Traveller magazine, THANN Sanctuary offers a wide range of spa treatments based on THANN’s art of natural therapy. Located at level 2, the unique holistic spa concept provides a relaxing ambience in contrast to your busy lifestyle.

ATTRACTIONS
There are many places to visit within the vicinity of the hotel either for relaxation or just merely shopping. The most prominent areas are:-

1 Utama Shopping Centre

Adjoining to the hotel is one of Malaysia ’s top shopping destinations, 1 Utama Shopping Centre has something for everyone from shopping, dining and entertainment to nature. The multi-award winning centre has achieved many industry ‘firsts’ such as a Sky Mall and a tropical Rainforest with over 100 species of flora and fauna within the shopping centre. Showcasing 2 cineplexes, 36 lane bowling alley and Camp5 - Asia ’s largest indoor rock climbing gym. With 6 retail floors spread over 5 million square feet, 1 Utama is indisputably a premier shopping and entertainment mecca attracting millions of visitors every year. Shoppers can expect blue-chip department stores, specialty and prestige attractions - combining over 600 shops to cater to everyone.

Central Park
With picnic areas, lakes and family-oriented games area, the Central Park located opposite 1 Utama Shopping Centre and the West Lake Sanctuary Park located within the Bukit Utama condominium zone, is quite the best place for a morning jog and an evening stroll, offering a tranquil atmosphere ideal for relaxation.

Golfing Getaway

For golf enthusiasts staying at One World, you can look forward to the Bandar Utama Golf Driving Range boasting 60 hitting bays. You may also enjoy a 9-hole golf game at The Club which is located within the vicinity.

Nearby Attractions

Located about 30 minutes from the hotel, Putrajaya is the Federal Government Administrative Centre of Malaysia. Fondly known as a city within the garden with a unique fusion of modern with Islamic architecture, Putrajaya is an indigenous city with a modern look.

Poised to be Malaysia’s top tourist destination and the World’s tallest twin structures, Petronas Twin Towers offers a picturesque view of Kuala Lumpur from a towering height of 88 stories and 452 metres.

The latest attraction in Kuala Lumpur, Eye on Malaysia showcases 40 air-conditioned gondolas offering a breathtaking 360 degree panorama over 20 kilometres of Kuala Lumpur .

CONCLUSION
One Location, One Experience, One Expertise.
one world hotel.