Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, April 18, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Located in the Selangor state of Malaysia, Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie launches in Shah Alam, Kuala Lumpur, under one of Accor group’s most celebrated midscale brands.
Accor has teamed up with Paramount Corporation to bring this newly built property to life. Conveniently located in the new integrated development of Utropolis Glenmarie, the hotel is just walking distance from the international university and surrounding F&B outlets, within a residential and industrial enclave where top international companies have their corporate offices. Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie is only minutes away by car to Sunway Lagoon, Sunway Pyramid shopping complex and Shah Alam Stadium. It is also easily accessible within a 40-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport via Elite Highway and 15 minutes away from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport Subang via Federal Highway.
Garth Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, Accor Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea said, “We are thrilled to introduce Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie, a significant addition to our midscale brand portfolio in Malaysia, joining the global Mercure network with more than 810 hotels in over 60 countries. This property is a perfect setting for residents and visitors to explore the local scene and enjoy business, leisure, and gourmet activities thanks to the authentic experiences that the property will contribute to the city.”
The 229 modern and contemporary rooms come in various categories, including superior, deluxe, privilege, and executive suite. All rooms are equipped with 55’ Smart LED TV, bathroom with rain shower and high speed Wifi. Paintings by a local artist adorn the walls in each room, conveying a story of local residents’ daily lives.
When it comes to convenience, Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie has guests covered with its hotel facilities. Unwind and relax after a busy day at Pool Bar Urban@13, organise exciting private events at the rooftop, which caters up to 30 guests, take a dip in the pool or work out in the fitness centre. Five pillarless and well-equipped function rooms with natural lighting, high-speed wifi and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment can host up to 140 persons for meetings, weddings and various events.
Enjoy fresh and locally sourced cuisine at Warna, the all-day dining restaurant, where scrumptious a la carte dishes are served, featuring local delicacies and full American buffet breakfast. Local desserts such as kuih-muih (local cakes) uniquely served in a food truck can also be enjoyed in this colourful restaurant.
“We are enthusiastic to welcome guests to experience Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie, the first international business hotel within Glenmarie that offers locally inspired experiences to business and leisure travellers alike,” said Ramesh Singh, General Manager of Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie.
Mercure Kuala Lumpur Glenmarie lives up to the group’s commitment to eliminate all single-use plastics from every touchpoint of the guest experience in all areas of the hotel, strengthening efforts to reducing environmental impact and to combat plastic pollution.
Guests can also benefit from Accor’s loyalty programme ALL – Accor Live Limitless, a daily lifestyle companion. ALL harnesses and enhances the brands, services and partnerships offered within Accor’s ecosystem, delivering meaningful experiences and rewards to its most engaged customers while enabling them to work live, and play, far beyond their stay, at home and around the world.
To celebrate the opening of the hotel, guests can enjoy special opening rates from RM 220+ per night, including breakfast for one and complimentary car park.