Starwood Opens Second Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Taiwan

Starwood has expanded its portfolio of hotels in Taiwan with the opening of the Four Points by Sheraton Penghu in Magong city.

The hotel is just minutes from various shopping, dining and entertainment venues, while Magong International Airport (MZG) is a 15-minute drive.

The Four Points Penghu offers 308 guestrooms and 23 suites with private balconies. All rooms feature a plush Four Points signature bed, 48-inch flat screen TV, soothing rainforest shower, complimentary bottled water and free WiFi throughout the hotel.

Dining options include The Eatery, the brand’s signature restaurant, offering a range of international cuisines, and China Spice, serving authentic Taiwanese dishes using the island’s freshest seafood. At Apatite lobby lounge, guests can enjoy authentic local brews as part of the signature Best Brews program, or enjoy live music at the lower level Swave bar.

The hotel also features a zero edge swimming pool overlooking Magong Harbor and a fitness center with steam and sauna rooms.

The hotel also boasts an 810-square meter and pillar-less Grand Ballroom and several multifunction rooms.

“Having recently crossed the 200th hotel milestone, we’re continuing the Four Points brand’s bullish expansion in diverse and dynamic markets across the globe,” said Vincent Ong, Senior Brand Director, Asia Pacific Brand Management, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “The opening of Four Points by Sheraton Penghu underscores the brand’s strong growth in Greater China with 23 operating hotels and more than 30 hotels in pipeline throughout the country.”

Penghu Island is made up of ninety small isles also known as the Prescadores (Fisherman) Islands, named by Portuguese explorers. It is famed for its rich natural resources, including great beaches and more than 200 different bird species. Visitor highlights include the Fenggui area, Hsiaomen Whale Caves and Tongliang Great Banyan Tree, which is said to be 200 years old. In Penghu, fishing and snorkeling serve as popular activities. The island also offers an abundance of seafood, such as groupers, abalone, lobsters, clams and shellfish.

As part of the hotel’s grand opening, Four Points Penghu is offering an opening rate of NTD 5,200 net (US$ 160 net) per room per night in a Deluxe Room. Offer is valid until 29 February 2016.