Archipelago Hotels & Resorts Now Manages The Datai Langkawi

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Langkawi's luxury resort, The Datai, is now under the management of The Archipelago Hotels and Resorts Sdn Bhd (AHRSB), a new niche player in the high-end luxury hotel and resorts market, it was announced Friday.

The management contract took effect from yesterday and from this foundation, Franz A. Zeller, Managing Director Archipelago Hotels and Resorts, said in a statement that the company was set to expand internationally as a premier luxury city hotel and resort management company.

The company's portfolio also includes The Club at Saujana Resort in Subang and Carcosa Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur.

The Datai, located on the northwestern tip of Langkawi's main island, has put Langkawi on the map for discerning travellers with its 54 deluxe rooms, 40 villas, and 14 suites.

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AL :-

So it is confirm that The Datai is under new management.. Any plan to open up a more affordable package to some of the guest? 

Archipelago Hotels and Resorts Assume Management of The Datai Langkawi, Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Archipelago Hotels and Resorts (AHRSB), a new niche player in the high-end luxury hotel and resorts market has been appointed to manage the iconic luxury resort The Datai Langkawi, effective from July 28, 2011.
From this foundation Archipelago Hotels and Resorts is set to expand internationally as a premier luxury city hotel and resort management company.
Franz A. Zeller, Managing Director for Archipelago Hotels and Resorts commented on the new management contract, "It is with great pleasure that our company assumes the management of such a highly acclaimed international resort as The Datai Langkawi. We look forward to enhancing The Datai reputation further by creating truly memorable experiences for our guests. We are excited to grow our company through the management of luxury hotels and resorts around the world," Zeller added.

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AL :-

This is new.. Not sure whether its good or bad..

 

The Datai Langkawi

The Datai Restaurant

Picture of the day. The Datai is among the most expensive & interesting hotel to live in. Its location is superb & surrounds with nature. Its quite secluded from populated areas. Perhaps one day i'll try have a look & stay for a day (i wish hehe).. Thanks to Is Mar Us Man for sharing.. More pictures by him here..