alila hotels and resorts
singapore - based alila hotels & resorts is partnering with san francisco' s commune hotels & resorts to create a new lifestyle management company .
alila hotels and resorts launched in indonesia 15 years ago. today it is the contemporary luxury brand under two roads hospitality and manages ten hotels and resorts in india and the asia
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alila hotels and resorts joins a variety of key travel partners in our network such as oetker collection, raffles fairmont hotels international, peninsula, shangri - la, mandarin oriental hotel group, belmond, four seasons hotels & resorts, taj, la réserve, fasano, hyatt hotels & resorts and a collection of independent luxury properties .
relax, recharge and rejuvenate with alila hotels and resorts' two faces of bali packages, exclusively for dbs altitude cardmembers .
alila hotels and resorts has been made aware of communications from bogus individuals and / or employment agencies falsely claiming to recruit on behalf of alila hotels and resorts and alila branded hotels to attract job applicants. these operations seek to fraudulently acquire payment from interested applicants for items such as fees, work permits, visas or employment checks .
watch for new alila hotels & resorts opening soon – alila jabal akhdat, oman (now open), alila seminyak, bali (late 2014), and alila fort bishangarh, jaipur (2015) .
why you’ll love it named after the sanskrit word for surprise, alila hotels and resorts excels at crafting guest experiences that are unexpectedly different .
the boutique hotel group, alila hotels and resorts, has been awarded ‘hotel group of the year’ at the telegraph’s ultra awards in london .
the alila hotels and resorts head office is located in the thing teck building in singapore and employs 16 full time equivalent employees. during the period covered by this ghg assessment, alila operated ten hotels and 8 resorts in five countries in asia – india, indonesia, laos, thailand and the maldives .
traveller made®, the community network of luxury travel designers, is announcing today a partnership with the luxury hotel brand, alila hotels and resorts .
under no circumstances will alila hotels and resorts or an alila branded hotel request payment from prospective employees. protect yourself by never giving money to any person in connection with an application for a job with one of our hotels .
acquired a majority stake in oaks hotels & resorts ltd. , one of australia' s largest hotel and resort operators .
to its portfolio of boutique hotel brands. singapore - based alila marks commune’s fourth hotel brand, joining joie de vivre hotels, thompson hotels and tommie .
acquired 50% of the luxury hotel brand per aquum hotels & resorts and 50% of per aquum niyama resort in the maldives .
at that time, the idea was to grow alila into a global brand, building on my previous experience. everything i know about hotels i learned at aman resorts and
the hallmark of alila luxury hotels and resorts is our combination of innovative design in magnificent settings, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, personalized hospitality and commitment to sustainability .
your newest hotels and resorts have embraced alila’s spirit of giving back to the community through a “gift - to - share” programme. can you tell us more about this programme ?
manage unique city hotels and resorts in the asia pacific region. think crafted luxury with renowned alila villas properties such as alila villas soori and alila villas uluwatu in bali, while style comes to mind with alila properties such as alila diwa goa, alila mangiss as well as the alila purnama (translated as the full moon), one of the most luxurious live aboard phinisi ships in asia .
“alila hotels & resorts is an attractive investment opportunity because of its strong reputation in asia and a natural partner given geolo capital’s history of financial investment and partnership in mandara spa with mark edleson, president and founder of alila, ” john pritzker, chairman of commune hotels & resorts and founding partner of geolo capital, told 4hoteliers. “our intent is to cross - promote commune and alila to both domestic and international travellers and to enhance each company’s global presence. ”
formed in october 2011, commune hotels & resorts is an international, multi - brand lifestyle hotel management company which manages and operates thompson hotels, a luxury lifestyle brand; joie de vivre hotels, a collection of independently branded boutique hotels; and tommie, a new micro - lifestyle hotel brand. the san francisco - based company manages more than 40 hotels and resorts across the u. s. , canada, and europe, and is expanding its portfolio while establishing a presence in mexico. for more information, please visit
alila manages unique city hotels and resorts in india and the asia pacific region. the hallmark of alila is stylish, relaxing environments and superb hospitality that creates a unique guest experience, continuously redefined to reflect the very best of a contemporary lifestyle .
alila hotels and resorts offer stylish, relaxing environments with surprisingly different lifestyle concepts and guest experiences that are continuously redefined by the latest developments in design and living. the alila experience is centred on building unique “emotional moments” between the guest, the hotel and destination .
frederic simon, ceo alila hotels & resorts, said: “we are proud to partner with kaja group in presenting the renowned hakkasan group hospitality brands to the alila clientele, chalking yet another first in bali .
acquired 80% of oasis resort caloundra, a 158 - room and 9 - apartment property in queensland, australia, through oaks hotels & resorts ltd .
alila hotels and resorts’ corporate office in singapore will become the regional office of commune hotels & resorts in asia. each individual alila hotel and resort will retain its name. frederic flageat - simon, previously ceo of alila, will serve as ceo asia of commune hotels & resorts, overseeing the singapore - based executive team and managing the commune portfolio in asia. flageat - simon and the singapore - based team will focus on growing the commune brands in asia, australia and the middle east, while the u. s. - based commune team will continue to build the development pipeline in america, europe and africa .
acquired 25% in tidal swell pty. ltd. through oaks hotels & resorts ltd. today, minor owns 100% of tidal swell .
corporate office alila hotels and resorts 15 scotts road # 04 - 10 thong teck building singapore 228218 p: + 65 67358300 f: + 65 67351002 e: ask [ at ] alilahotels. com
the alila brand is well known for its ultimate luxury hotels and villa resorts in indonesia and india. recently, the brand launched an equally lavish experience to sail indonesian waters in the form of a luxury classed wooden sailing boat: the alila purnama .
mr edleson himself learnt from the best. before alila, he spent a dozen years imbibing the culture of luxury resorts from mr adrian zecha - the influential indonesian founder of aman resorts - as his financial adviser and later as a partner in ghm indonesia, a developer and manager of luxury hotels .
successfully completed the final stage of acquisition of tivoli hotels & resorts, which comprised 12 properties in portugal and 2 in brazil, as well as the tivoli brand and its operating platform .
travel helps make us who we are, and two roads hospitality is a collection of truly individual hotels and resorts for those who choose to break from the masses. and seek the road less traveled .
“ with only a handful of properties, alila hotels and resorts have created a unique lifestyle concept that speaks as much to the eye as to the mind. true to their sankrit name, alila hotels and resorts induce surprise and true elation upon a guest’s arrival. spectacular environment flows into creative living spaces and light - as - air architecture. with two balinese enchanting boutique havens, one luscious phinisi sailing ship, and an awesome desert hideaway in oman, alila hotels and resorts bring to traveller made a whole new insight into the world of luxury and hotel experience. we are thrilled to add their vision to that of our other distinguished hotel partners, ” says quentin desurmont, president of traveller made® .
mr mark edleson is a dream merchant for travellers who are curious about all things local and love luxury. the president of alila hotels and resorts creates a sense of paradise at his plush properties, in asia and beyond, with local experiences and lots of privacy .
the name alila comes from the sanskrit meaning “surprise”, which suitably describes the refreshing character of the properties, and the reaction of guests upon arrival and throughout their alila stay. to stay at any of the alila hotels & resorts is to embark on a memorable journey into the local culture for a total destination experience .
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alila hotels & resorts believes in immersive family journeys, designed for memorable moments. here are the best of their curated experiences across the portfolio. in keeping with alila’s philosophy, each personalized program has a sense of place which celebrates the local community and its environment .
royal garden resorts pcl. changed name to minor international pcl. (mint) .
alila has a holistic vision to create a positive impact on the community in which we manage hotels – economically, socially, environmentally and culturally .
founded royal gardens resorts (rgr) with a small hotel in pattaya. still under minor hotels, the property has been re - branded as avani pattaya resort & spa .
royal garden resorts (rgr) was listed on the stock exchange of thailand. still under minor hotels, the original property is currently operated as avani pattaya resort & spa .
two roads hospitality is an international lifestyle company encompassing an unrivaled collection of distinctive properties, passionate people and remarkable experiences around the globe. the company is named for the newly - merged commune and destination hotels, bringing together over 40 years of combined expertise exclusively dedicated to the boutique and lifestyle space. comprised of joie de vivre hotels, thompson hotels, destination hotels, tommie and alila hotels & resorts, the company is the leading operator of independent hotels with more than 95 properties in eight countries. two roads boasts an extensive roster of award - winning restaurants and bars, stunning vacation residences, world - class golf courses and indigenous spa and wellness offerings. for more information on two roads hospitality, visit urltoken, follow us on twitter @ tworoadshotels, or like us on facebook .
this is the next stage in the partnership announced last year, which will also see sake no hana, omnia nightclub and hakkasan restaurant opening in partnership with kaja group and alila hotels & resorts in alila scbd hotel, jakarta. when complete, the three luxury experiences will bring 339 jobs to the capital city .
there are hundreds of luxury resorts in south - east asia and scores of international chains that come from this part of the world. what makes alila special ?
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this was my experience recently at the alila villas uluwatu in bali, part of the award - winning alila hotels & resorts chain, whose destination properties have become discreet getaways for in - the - know luxury travellers with an ethical conscience and a high - level of discernment in food, culture, art and design .
the alila portfolio, consisting of the alila villas and alila brands, will be managed by company ceo frederic flageat - simon, according to travel daily news asia. alia currently operates 10 properties in three countries in asia, and has 15 hotels in development across the region .
launched anantara vacation club, a point - based timeshare project under minor hotels’ own anantara luxury brand .
alila manages five resorts in bali out of its dozen properties. room rates range from us $ 200 (s $ 278) to us $ 700 a night .
“the introduction of alila hotels & resorts to the north american market is a significant milestone in two roads’ international growth strategy, ” said jamie sabatier, chief executive officer of two roads hospitality. “as a brand that is long synonymous with opening resorts in spectacular, bucket - list destinations, it couldn’t be more fitting that alila’s u. s. debut will be along the iconic big sur coastline. this opening will strengthen the global footprint of alila and further cement its position as a luxury leader in the boutique and lifestyle sector. ”
increased stake in serendib hotels plc, a listed company in sri lanka, to 22. 7% .
acquired a hotel portfolio of over 1, 900 keys, consisting of two hotel properties in brazil, including a hotel operating platform and the intellectual property rights of tivoli hotels & resorts in brazil, and four hotel properties in portugal, which marked a strategic move into south america and europe .
alila means “surprise” in sanskrit, which suitably describes the refreshing character of our properties and impressions of our guests when they stay with us. to stay at any of alila' s hotels and resorts is to embark on a destination experience. be it in recreating the flavours of the local cuisine, enhancing your well - being through ancient healing arts or the thrill of adventure sports... re - discover the luxury of living at alila .
entered into a strategic partnership with johannesburg stock exchange - listed sun international, to own and operate six hotels in botswana, lesotho, namibia, and zambia .
a remarkable 230 - year - old fortress has finally completed its restoration by alila hotels and resorts, its location perched on a granite hill with stunning 360 degree views of the rajasthan landscape. alila fort bishangarh is a special place, filled with marble floor, stone walls and extensive history. in a region filled with palaces and historic forts, the resort opens in february 2017 and is the only warrior fort that has been converted into a resort .
wisesa joins two roads hospitality asia with more than thirty - two years of finance experience acquired both in indonesia and other countries such as maldives, thailand, bhutan and singapore. he has held a number of property - based and regional financial controller roles, including with como hotels as group financial controller based out of bangkok and singapore. with his international work experience (melia hotels, shang - ri la, four seasons, hard rock hotels, como hotels), wisesa will strengthen the internal control function to ensure best accounting practices are in place throughout the group and continue developing the property management team on business and finance acumen .
invested 49. 9% stake in peace haven resorts ltd. to develop anantara tangalle on the south coast of sri lanka .
alila hotels & resorts is a model for the luxury business of the future, with personalisation, ethical business practices and functional, contemporary design at its core, headquartered in the heart of asia, luxury’s future growth engine. i sat down with mark edleson at his new home in bali, overlooking the rolling hills and rice paddies of ubud, to learn more .
at age 68, he is puzzling over the next chapter of alila and his life .
gift to share alila hotels and resorts embrace alila’s spirit of giving back to the community through a “gift - to - share” programme, pledging to make donations to local causes with every booking. this community effort offers guests a no - obligation option to share the ‘gift’ by allowing them to donate any amount they choose in support of any of the local community endeavours that are initiated by the hotel or resort .
all of our hotels run innovative community and sustainability initiatives spearheaded by the local teams. i have been the cheerleader behind the green initiatives and community involvement projects but it is deeply embedded in the alila culture and championed by each and every member of the team from head office to resort management .
like aman, alila is collecting accolades. it is a long list that includes praise for the clifftop infinity pool and dinner at the warung in alila villas uluwatu, bali; green credentials at alila villas soori, also in bali; and holistic approach and family fun at alila diwa goa - with awards from cnn, tripadvisor, mr and mrs smith, conde nast, earthcheck and more .
experience a luxurious one - bedroom villa retreat at alila ubud amid lush rainforest views, and above the ocean at alila villas uluwatu with your own private pool .
mr pura further observes of mr edleson :
his love for the region contains a desire to respect and preserve all that was good, deep and fascinating about these countries and their people, which is reflected in the kind of hotels he wants alila to represent .
for those who are passionate about art and design, our resorts are designed to inspire them, using local fabrics, art and culture, giving them ideas that they can take home .
the hallmark of alila is the combination of innovative, environmentally sensitive design and luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, personalised hospitality and destination experiences. the alila portfolio comprises 11 unique properties with an additional 25 hotels under development across north asia, south east asia, south asia and the middle east .
jakarta, indonesia (8 september 2016) – hakkasan group, the global hospitality company, today announced plans to open two new venues at the cliff at alila villas uluwatu. the destination resort will host the world’s first omnia dayclub and luxury japanese restaurant sake no hana in bali with partners kaja group and alila hotel & resorts .
a few days earlier i had met with edleson, a veteran of the luxury hotel management industry, who explained how green principles are deeply embedded in all that alila does, how many of the resorts are designed, and even how employees travel to and from work .
“i’m thrilled to welcome the alila team to the family. through our partnership this past year, we quickly discovered that our company cultures and values are very well - aligned, ” said niki leondakis, ceo of commune. “asia is an incredibly influential and promising travel market with tremendous growth potential for commune; alila has a strong foothold in the region with world - class hotels and a commitment to guest service that’s nothing short of exceptional, all of which creates significant opportunity for commune' s existing hotels and future development internationally. ”
to stay at any of alila’s luxury resorts is to embark on a journey filled with cultural and personal learning. whether recreating the flavors of the local cuisine, enhancing your well - being through ancient healing arts, tasting the thrill of adventure sports or participating in volun - tourism, you’ll find life at alila an inspiration .
notably, in june, alila and commune hotels + resortsof san francisco announced the outcome of their integration efforts to cross - promote their brands. commune, which manages boutique hotel brands including the eclectic joie de vivre, will amplify alila' s footprint in the west. mr edleson is the asian president of commune .
“ as a leading asian lifestyle hotel company, joining traveller made was strategic step for our company. we have all the wished for qualities and they offer a wealth of experiences to appeal to very demanding, pure tailor - made travel designers members of traveller made® and their ultra - high net worth clients. we are very proud to join this long anticipated european travel network ” said taufik rachman, regional director of sales, alila hotels and resorts .
headline appeal alila villas, a sub - brand within alila, ups the luxury quotient with its properties made up of villas with private pools, and its private sail boat that plies indonesia’s remote and untouched islands .
the name alila comes from sanskrit meaning “surprise” which suitably describes the refreshing character of our properties and the reaction of our guests upon arrival and throughout their stay with us. to stay at any of alila’s hotels or resorts is to embark on a memorable journey into the local culture for a total destination experience. whatever your personal interests are, a myriad of new experiences await your discovery. whether learning to recreate the flavours of the local cuisine, enhancing your well - being through ancient healing arts, or tasting the thrill of adventure sports, you’ll find life at alila an inspiration. urltoken
holistic environmental vision respect for the environment and local communities is firmly entrenched in alila’s vision that conservation, community and commerce can and should be integrated. alila’s green efforts extend beyond the operational aspects of the resorts to create a positive impact on the community – economically, socially and culturally. this includes employing local people who live in the surrounding areas, developing the local workforce through skills training, using products and services from local suppliers, as well as educating our guests on local culture and traditions .
but make no mistake. staying at alila is no ascetic experience. to wit, comments on trip advisor rave about the experience of staying at alila’s resorts for the quality of the food, the spas, the service, and just about every little design detail imaginable, demonstrating that one can still offer a true luxury experience while being green .
both alila and commune are international hotel management firms - not developers of property. so alila provides developers with a suite of services, from stylish design to operations, branding to financial projections .
he started thinking that he would grow alila beyond indonesia and singapore could be the brand' s global headquarters .
denver, colo. , july 27, 2017 – international lifestyle company two roads hospitality today announced the expansion of alila hotels & resorts into north america. singapore - based alila, which became part of the two roads hospitality portfolio in june 2015 and was recently voted the no. 4 hotel brand in the 2017 travel + leisure world’s best awards, will open its first north american resort property in california’s fabled big sur in fall 2017. the launch brings the brand’s commitment to innovative design and luxury, crafted artisanship and personalized hospitality to the u. s. market .
caring for others and our planet is something we at alila hotels and resorts put much effort into throughout the year. with 2014 coming to an end, we get a chance to look back at the memories as well as plan for the future. true to the end of year spirit, we thought it would be nice to make a quick roundup of some of the things we did in 2014 and we hope this will in turn inspire others to lend their helping hand for our planet .
earthcheck certification alila adopts the earthcheck certification - the world’s leading programme used by the travel and tourism industry to assess environmental sustainability - which measures and regulates operational indicators such as energy, emissions, water, waste, community involvement, paper use, cleaning and pesticide use. many of alila' s newer resorts are designed and built in accordance with strict earthcheck standards, leading the way in sustainable tourism development. more information can be found at: urltoken .
through a “gift - to - share” programme, our hotels and resorts are pledging to make donations to local causes with every booking. the programme offers a complimentary night’s stay for every night booked at the hotel as a gift to guests. guests are encouraged to donate any amount of their choice to one of three select beneficiaries selected by the hotel .
invested 25% stake in three hotels, which were rebranded anantara medjumbe, anantara matemo, and avani pemba, in mozambique, and 49% in a hotel and mixed - use development project, comprising radisson blu hotel, a residential tower, and an office tower, in mozambique .
we now have four properties in bali, including alila villas uluwatu and alila villas soori. last december we opened alila diwa goa, our first property in india, where we have a number of projects happening. india looks like it’s going to be an important developing market for us .
our partnership with commune gives alila exposure in north america and allows for synergies between our sales, marketing and revenue management channels, which will benefit both of our portfolios of hotels ,
flageat - simon said in a release .
we' re working closely and strategically together to explore mutually - beneficial business opportunities as well as joint marketing, sales and promotion activities .
extraordinary ethos alila is at the forefront of eco - tourism, with a rigorous commitment to sustainability. properties are recognized by earthcheck, a leading international certification body for the travel and tourism industry, which employs a science - based approach to gauging and mitigating environmental impact. new hotels are designed and built in accordance with the group’s policies. but sustainable operation and design are just the start – alila makes a commitment to its local host communities by largely employing those who live in surrounding areas, developing the local workforce through training programs, using products and services from local suppliers, and educating guests on local culture and traditions through the engaging alila journeys programme .
invested in a 20% stake of serendib hotel limited, part of the hemas group, in sri lanka. serendib operates four hotels in sri lanka, including club dolphin hotel and sigiriya hotel .
the ultra awards ceremony took place at the savoy, london, on monday 22nd may. it was a celebration of the best hotels, airlines, tour operators and cruise companies across the globe .
alila resolutely chose to work towards earthcheck’s standards as its broad and rigorous approach thoroughly ensures that all possible impacts on the environment and community as a result of the presence and construction of our new alila villas developments are addressed right from the beginning before the properties are being built .
in essence, alila combines innovative design and luxury in exquisite locations with natural beauty and cultural significance. guests enjoy personalised hospitality in these stylish places - plus the experiences and privacy he mentions .
i was looking for the next exotic hotel destination with adrian. i was having so much fun with aman, i was neglecting my industrial and trading and other clients ,
quips mr edleson. he worked with aman to launch five resorts in indonesia between 1987 and 1996 .
in january 2004, you decided to take alila global, moving from a base here in bali to a new hub in singapore. what were your aims for alila back then ?
alila villas represent alila’s new generation of ultra - luxurious yet sustainable developments in some of the most spectacular locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, design and architecture, personalised hospitality and destination experiences. designed by award - winning teams of architects, interior designers and artisans, an alila villas project is the only brand that is designed, built and operated to earthcheck standards, integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of its environment .
the hallmark of alila is relaxing envirnoments and superb hospitality, creating a unique guest experience, continuously redefined to reflect the very best of a contemporary lifestyle and design .
commenting on the announcement, neil moffitt, hakkasan group ceo said: “two in every five tourists visit bali while in indonesia and the country’s young, and increasingly urban population makes it one of the fastest - growing consumer markets in the world. these factors create a unique opportunity for hakkasan group to enter the market at this time. “for hakkasan group, choosing like - minded partners has always been key for us. alila hotels & resorts has the same focus and passion for excellence in culinary experiences and impeccable service while kaja group has enabled us to bring this luxury experience to visitors to bali. ”
whilst traditional on the outside in her design, the alila purnama’s interior is ultra - modern .
that is why alila, a brand he created with indonesian co - founders in 2001, immerses vacationers in local colour. in bali, a procession might wend through an upscale alila resort .
zero waste to landfill in response to the rising environmental threat to bali’s farmlands and watercourses caused by greenhouse gases leaching from landfill sites, alila hotels in bali have adopted the ‘alila zero waste to landfill’ project. as part of this initiative, each hotel is investing in an integrated sustainable resource recovery facility (isurrf), which will process all hotel waste onsite into higher value products and services for reuse in the hotel. in addition, a complete waste composting system is being implemented in each hotel, as well as a permaculture organic garden to provide a sustainable, self - sufficient supply of fresh produce to the hotel kitchen. alila’s objective is to template a successful model so that it can be duplicated at alila hotels in all destinations. please click here to learn more about the project as it progresses in bali .
alila takes its name from the sanskrit for ‘surprise’ to create breathtaking, eco - friendly and “surprisingly different” destinations spanning south asia to the middle east and integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of their environments .
alila hospitalities include daily guided walks through the serene landscape, yoga, tai chi and pilates classes, and nightly wine tastings and cheese pairings. an on - site experience coordinator is available to arrange further adventures .
the hallmark of alila is the combination of innovative design and crafted luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of personalised hospitality, private spaces and bespoke journeys .
pacific region, including a luxurious phinisi ship, alila purnama. a compelling mix of cultures and styles, each alila hotel has been created by a carefully chosen team of architects, interiors designers, and artisans, meaning every property has its own personality and distinct sense of place. however, each one is proud to draw on alila’s impeccable credentials –innovative design, style, a stunning environment, a commitment to sustainable tourism and a thoughtful, personal service .
guy’s distinguished career spans two continents over ten years with aman resorts in various regional capacities before he joined australia’s voyages hotels and resorts to manage the brand’s top eight signature properties. his credentials also include his tenure as head of operations for first light international in australia. in his role of chief operating officer at two roads hospitality asia, guy brings with him a wealth of operational experience along with an innate knowledge in luxury services. he was instrumental in bringing on - board, the alila purnama, which has become a huge success for the brand since its inception in 2012. besides strengthening the operational components of the business, guy enforces the brand promise and service delivery as well as ensures the business performance of each two roads hospitality asia brand with good asset management practices .
2017 is an incredibly exciting year for brand alila. july sees the opening of alila fort bishangarh in rajasthan – a 230 - year old fortress which has been seven years in the restoration. also opening in july is alila yangshuo in guilin, china. this former working sugar mill has been transformed into a spectacular modern retro resort set against stunning landscapes with its own karst hills within the resort. other openings scheduled for early next year are alila villas koh russey, a private island in the koh rong archipelago in cambodia and alila koggala in sri lanka .
the second is at the hotel operations level. for new properties, we work very closely with the developers to create resorts that have environmental considerations embedded right in the design. all three of our new alila villas properties have been built to green globe design - and - build standards. so, for example, especially in a place like alila villas hadahaa in the maldives, where we are in a small island in the middle of the indian ocean, we provide our own energy and our own water .
best for family relaxation – alila diwa goa – india alila diwa goa, in the southern part of the region, sits amidst lush, verdant rice plantations. the family terrace rooms are brilliantly located on the ground floor near the club facilities and children’s pool .
the 2 - night gift to share package starts from usd187 per night, based on two sharing and excluding local taxes. included in the package are daily breakfasts and alila hospitalities with our compliments :
a carbon foot printing assessment was conducted for the alila head office in singapore, to determine performance and identify opportunities for improvement. this provided invaluable data for alila to base investment decisions for projects to reduce their carbon footprint. reporting on carbon footprints is required more and more as part of csr reporting practices .
alila sets the standard for stunning getaways in amazing locations offering private space in eco - friendly environments, committed to sustainable operating standards and unique guest experiences .
geolo capital, the private equity firm that owns commune, secured a majority interest in alila in 2014, at which time the two hotel companies formed an alliance to cross - promote each others’ global brands. today, commune and alila are entering into a fully integrated model to create wider exposure and distribution internationally .
a graduate of the centre international de glion, switzerland, frederic first moved to asia with the accor group in their hotel expansion into indonesia and malaysia. his hotel and tourism industry expertise in europe and asia spans more than two decades. since joining alila as managing director in 2001, frederic’s passion and eye for detail have been instrumental in honing the alila service standards and heading the group’s expansion in asia. a passionate hotelier and a creative innovator, he was the driving force behind the ultra - luxe alila villas and its brand delivery. as ceo, frederic oversees all two roads hospitality asia' s operational partnerships and leads the asia pacific expansion of this multi - branded lifestyle platform .
this is a new destination waiting to be explored at leisure. between the bishangarh village and the city of shahpura, alila fort bishangarh is well placed to explore the beauty and charm of rural rajasthan .
the partnership and investment from kaja group in both jakarta and bali totals $ 38 million .
the hallmark of alila is the combination of innovative design and luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, personalised hospitality and destination experiences. for more information please contact us .
best for active spirits – alila jabal akhdar – oman alila jabal akhdar is a leed - accredited design - forward hotel with 86 beautiful rooms and suites, built in the traditional architecture of old omani stone dwellings amid a stunning mountain landscape. offering several activities and experiences including nature walks, hiking trails, mountain biking and off - road drives, sporting families won’t be disappointed .
the building of alila villas uluwatu in bali was a key milestone for us as a representation of combining sustainability in planning and construction and outstanding design. having the resort meet the rigorous earthcheck ‘building planning and design standard’ criteria means that the entire development was designed and built to follow an environmentally friendly fabric that will continue in alila villas uluwatu’s on - going operations to ensure that the resort’s environmental footprints are kept to a minimum .
alila’s long - held vision is that commerce, conservation and community can and should be integrated. while creating opportunities for intimate cultural interactions for our guests with the people, cultures and natural beauty of each destination, we are dedicated to being responsible members of our host communities and treading lightly on our environment .
for those guests with a sense of adventure, they can also able to benefit from alila’s full padi licensed dive centre .
spanish born mario gonzalez martin takes the helm as cruise director for alila purnama, the group' s f ...
sanjiva gautamadasa is the general manager of alila manggis, he is sharing his passion for the green bank, cool eco - friendly initiative created by the property and team .
andrew tjahyadikarta, president director kaja group said: “we are very excited to work with hakkasan group and alila. we are certain we can introduce the most amazing day - life and nightlife concepts to the region. ”
alila is a two roads hospitality luxury boutique hotel brand, managed by a skilled local and global team that embraces the values of passion, innovation, authenticity, social responsibility and community engagement, to create, operate and deliver well - rounded, personalised management services to our shareholders and heartfelt experiences to our guests .
we expose our students to a broad range of courses covering the inter - related areas of the hospitality industry, by means of theoretical and practical work within the school and by regular periods of internship in recognized hotels, restaurants or related institutions. students’ intellectual abilities are further developed through the general education component of the undergraduate programs .
shop alila urltoken alila living products include massage oils, body scrubs and cleansers, bath salts, body milk, body spiritz, lip balm as well as scented candles and natural insect repellent. everything is available for you to recreate your unique spa alial experience at home. all our products are also free from parabens, sodium laurel sulphate, petrochemicals, synthetic substances and artificial colour or fragrance .
best for family vacations – alila anji – china in june 2016, alila anji made its debut as the brand’s first china property. families are made to feel at home with a stay in one of the 74 stately villas and rooms, each designed to provide understated comfort within a peaceful oasis .
and critics dismissed the effort as having little real impact, for alila this couldn’t be further from the truth. indeed, waiting for me in my hotel suite was a personal note from the hotel’s general manager, sean brennan, and a message from mark edleson, president and
the alila ‘you are the chef’ series starts from us $ 50 per adult and us $ 27 per child; the ‘little craftsmen’ and ‘kite - making magic’ activities start from us $ 27 per family (up to 2 adults and 1 child). rates at alila anji start from us $ 340 for a lake view room on a bed & breakfast basis. for more information or to book visit urltoken
franky tjahyadikarta, president director buva group (parent company of kaja group) said: “being a homegrown indonesian company, we are always striving for brand differentiation which drove us to develop the best in leisure destinations; first with hotels and now onto food and entertainment with hakkasan group, a global leader in its class. we are incredibly proud to deliver another first in indonesia and south asia. ”
“at alila, we strive to deliver holistic experiences that go beyond the typical and traditional, combining transformative programming with world - class service and amenities, ” said frederic flageat - simon, chief executive officer, two roads hospitality asia. “unveiling the brand in the u. s. is an exciting step for our company, and we look forward to introducing alila’s innovative hospitality approach to our north american guests. ”
as a singaporean and a graduate of national university of singapore, kenneth brings with him over 20 years of engineering experience. through his career, he has worked in many international hotel companies such as grand hyatt, intercontinental hotels group, hilton worldwide, mulia group, dusit international, macau legend development and most recently solaire resort and casino – where he held the role of vice president, property services .
alila created a new building above the old fort which hosts five unique royal suites as well as the decadent social areas. among the 59 suites, all have spectacular views of the valley and feature 22 different and unique layouts. an imposing arrival area greets guests down the hill from the fort and features courtyard, swimming pool and terraces as well as the gym and teen soldiers play club .
hidden away in the aravalli hills in rajasthan, a world away from the crowds on the conventional jaipur - jodphur - udaipur trail, an hour’s drive from jaipur, is alila fort bishangarh – a 230 - year - old defence fortress. after seven years in the remaking, it has undergone a brilliant transformation and will unveil all 59 suites this july 2017. it is the second alila property in india following alila diwa goa which opened in 2010 .
to ensure we acquire the best emerging talent in the hospitality industry, minor hotels has built relationships with the world’s leading hotel schools. we also partner closely with prestigious schools and colleges in our countries of operation, working with top local talent while supporting the development of local communities where we are based .
we’ve slowly been developing and establishing alila properties here in our south east asia base, but have also been expanding into other geographies, branching out in concentric circles from our singapore hub .
artisanal we strive to create unique hotels and guest experiences distinguished by their craftsmanship, expressed through high quality, exceptional design and attentiveness to even the smallest of details. passionate the most memorable service is delivered genuinely from the heart. it' s not just about knowing how to do it well, it’s about striving to do it better every day and delighting our guests. authentic while celebrating the uniqueness and authenticity of our local destinations, we focus on delivering world - class service and understanding the needs of our international clientele. innovative being innovative is about being knowledgeable and applying that knowledge in fresh ways, looking beyond the predictable solutions to create new and surprisingly different experiences. responsible in all of our activities, we are committed to respecting and preserving the way of life and traditions of local communities, and we endeavour to minimise our impact on the environment by adhering to alila' s eco - sustainability policy .
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“the value of the two companies together is greater than two separate entities, ” remarked flageat - simon. “the combination of alila’s footprint and experience in asia, combined with the infrastructure, resources and global reputation of commune will mean a winning guest experience for more people around the world, and a global management and distribution platform for our owners. ”
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immerse yourself in alila’s culinary odyssey and experience a feast of sights, tastes and aromas. from fresh produce and spices to the serving styles unique to our regions, every meal immerses you in rich culinary traditions, with an emphasis on local, organic garden freshness amid stirring views of our natural surroundings .
alila jabal akhdar first opened it’s doors in 2014 and began their “gift to share” programme from the get - go. the concept of the programme is to provide an additional night free of charge for each guest who would make a donation to an approved charity in oman. alila jabal akhdar’s charity of choice is the dar al atta’a .
best for cultural learning – alila ubud – bali alila ubud is a tranquil and secluded hillside retreat that sits high up on the edge of the rich green ayung river valley in bali’s central foothills, in the balinese village of payangan. offering a plethora of traditional activities, this holiday will have the whole family immersed in rich balinese rituals .
i realised how vast and varied the world is - and that was only europe ,
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alila ubud supports the kupu kupu foundations through donations as well as the displaying of their art and handicrafts in our gallery. the foundation helps improve lives by assisting with medical care, medicines, physiotherapy and surgical operations. they provide wheelchairs and other physical aids and adapt facilities to be easier to use by people with disabilities. they transport disabled children to and from school and help disabled people become more independent by selling and promoting handicrafts that they make. they also work to increase awareness in the local community of the challenges faced by people with disabilities
at alila manggis on the east coast of bali the ‘green bank’ project is a hugely successful community recycling initiative designed to help instil a greener and more responsible outlook for the hotel and local village. the interactive project is helping residents to set up recycling schemes, learning playgrounds for local children, community allotments within the grounds of the hotel to grow fruits and vegetables for sale to the hotel and in the local village and home craft industries, developing important bonds between the hotel and local residents .
already a key member of the two roads hospitality asia family, sean brennan joined the alila brand in 2007 as the opening general manager at alila villas uluwatu to launch the new crafted luxury brand. under his leadership, the property has achieved significant success and much recognition for its service quality. with his 32 years of hospitality experience in australia, hilton properties in kuala lumpur and singapore, millennium hilton bangkok, grand hilton seoul, and armed with a degree in hotel operations and hotel management from switzerland, he brings together a winning combination of dynamism and creativity. of dual nationality – australian and british – sean’s well - honed leadership and people skills will oversee all two roads hospitality asia new development .
alila bangsar 58 jalan ang seng, 50470 kuala lumpur, malaysia p: + 60 322 683 888 e: bangsar (at) alilahotels. com
one strategy is to grow alila in city locations, including here. he relinquished the chief executive role two years ago and is now less involved in day - to - day operations. as president, he focuses on new developments, corporate strategy and brand direction.
alila hotels and resorts is a hotel management company that currently operates in indonesia , india and oman with their headquarters located in singapore . the word alila means “ surprise ” in sanskrit , which is the philosophy behind its properties . alila hotels and resorts adopt earthcheck operating standards and in 2014 entered into a strategic alliance with commune hotels & resorts . in addition , alila hotels and resorts is part of the global hotel alliance . 
alila hotels and resorts is a hotel management company that currently operates in indonesia, india and oman with their headquarters located in singapore. the word alila means “ surprise ” in sanskrit, which is the philosophy behind its properties. alila hotels and resorts adopt earthcheck operating standards and in 2014 entered into a strategic alliance with commune hotels & resorts. in addition, alila hotels and resorts is part of the global hotel alliance.
alila hotels and resorts is a hotel management company that currently operates in indonesia, india and oman with their headquarters located in singapore. the word alila means “ surprise ” in sanskrit, which is the philosophy behind its properties. alila hotels and resorts adopt earthcheck operating standards and in 2014 entered into a strategic alliance with commune hotels & resorts. in addition, alila hotels and resorts is part of the global hotel alliance.