The Oriental Bangkok Reveals Two Recent Transformations: The Verandah And The Oriental’s Health Centre
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The Oriental Bangkok Reveals Two Recent Transformations: The Verandah And The Oriental’s Health Centre
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Category: Asia Pacific
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2005-11-02
Unveiling a charming new face at The Grand Dame by the River, The Verandah and the Oriental Health Centre have recently undergone top to toe transformations. This completes the final renovations at the hotel, which come just in time to usher in The Oriental’s 130th Anniversary celebrations in 2006.
The Verandah re-opened with new menu designs, contemporary uniforms and exciting culinary creations to entice diners. The restaurant interior is comprised of warm wooden floors combined with light earth toned wall paneling which is soothing to the eye. The marble tables with mahogany rattan chairs provide ample seating in this airy room which seats up to 80 persons, including two private dining areas which are perfect for small meetings or discussions over breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The terrace patio overlooking the new small pool and the magical Chao Phrya River has also been extended. Five sofa sets with generous plush pillows line the patio, providing the ideal resting spot after a long day, while five private spacious cabanas with canopy awnings double as day beds for relaxing by the pool.
The Oriental’s renovations also include the unveiling of a new look for its Health Centre, which has been expanded and remodeled at a cost of approximately USD 1 million to provide the utmost in luxury for sports and health lovers alike in the midst of a tranquil and relaxing environment. The renovation includes the complete installation of state-of-the-art equipment to aid in both cardiovascular and upper and lower body exercises. Personal small screen television sets accompany each piece of modern machinery and an all inclusive aerobics room has been installed as a part of the transformation. The squash, tennis courts and jogging track have all been modernized and upgraded to provide the utmost quality experience in gym facilities. Personal trainers and physical assessments will be available to guests who will be able to receive detailed suggestions and recommendations to enhance their health routine. Additional improvements include upgrades to the overall structure of the centre, changing rooms, service areas and reception desks to ensure a total invigorating Health Centre experience.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and resorts, currently operating 22 luxury hotels with a further seven under development in Tokyo (2005), Prague and Riviera Maya, Mexico (2006), Boston and Grand Cayman (2007), Chicago (2008) and Macau (2009). In total, Mandarin Oriental now operates, or has under development, more than 8,000 rooms in 17 countries with 13 hotels in Asia, 11 in the Americas and five in Europe.
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