THE WORLD OF WESTIN OPENS ITS DOORS AND THE GUESTS ARE IMPRESSED!

April 2000 – After months of anticipation, The Westin Melbourne on Regent Place has opened its doors to a world of contemporary luxury. General Manager Rudy Markl and property developer David Marriner co-hosted a lavish evening of style and grandeur to celebrate the opening of the hotel that is destined to become a Melbourne landmark. The who’s who of the political, corporate, social and celebrity world were treated to a grandiose sit down dinner with first class entertainment, culminating in a tour de force of their magnificent surroundings.

The Westin Melbourne on Regent Place is located in the true centre of the city’s central business district on the corner of Collins Street and Swanston Walk. Boasting 262 contemporary and spacious guestrooms, The Westin is the ideal choice for the business and leisure traveller. Each guestroom features all the standard upscale amenities and services provided by The Westin, including the most recent innovation of the Heavenly Bed®. The Heavenly Bed® was designed to be the best bed in the industry and ensures guests a sound night’s sleep. The hotel’s Superior Rooms feature bay windows or private balconies overlooking the historic St Paul’s Cathedral, Collins Street or Regent Place. Westin Studios and Regent Suites feature relaxing spa baths, and needless to say, The Westin is within walking distance to Melbourne’s major tourist attractions.

Guests at The Westin will enjoy additional benefits unique to Westin. The hotel offers Westin Guest Office® accommodation that doubles as an office. Each room features an in-room multifunction printer/fax/copier, dual line speaker phone with dataport, IBM-compatible computer printer cable and surge protector, ergonomically correct desk chair, task lamp, complimentary newspaper and free local calls. Service Express® a “one call does it all” concept exclusive to Westin Hotels & Resorts allows guests to dial one number on their telephone to order room service, call for bell service, a room attendant or any other request.

Westin welcomes and rewards Starwood Preferred Guests, the number one Hotel Loyalty Program. Named Top Hotel Frequent Guest Program of the Year by Inside Flyer Magazine and honoured with five of the magazine’s nine Freddie Awards for 1999, Starwood Preferred Guests is one of the easiest, most flexible and rewarding hotel loyalty programs available today. Starwood Preferred Guest members can earn and redeem their points at any Starwood hotel brand worldwide.

The Westin’s Allegro Restaurant is set to etch itself into the hearts of both guests and locals alike with its relaxed, spacious and contemporary feel, plus the opportunity to dine alfresco on the terrace overlooking the Paris end of Collins Street. Other features of the hotel are the Lobby Lounge Bar, The Martini Bar and The Wine Room featuring one of the finest collections of wine available, with an emphasis on the best Victorian vintages.

The corporate traveller is well catered for to, with the latest technology and telecommunications in The Westin’s Executive Conference Centre, and for some well earned rest and recreation The Wellness Centre features a 20 metre lap pool, spa, steam and massage room, plus exercise area all in luxurious surroundings.

The Westin Melbourne on Regent Place proudly takes its place as one of Melbourne’s finest five star deluxe hotels, and is destined to bring a new standard of hospitality to the true heart of the city.