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StarWorld Hotel Macau Ranked China's "Top Ten Charming Hotel" in the "2010 World Hotel -- Continental Diamond Awards"

StarWorld Hotel and Casino
2010-08-16 16:11 1851

HONG KONG, Aug. 16 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- StarWorld Hotel Macau was greatly honoured with its recent addition of accolades in the hall of fame for China's premium hotels, the "2010 World Hotel -- Continental Diamond Awards -- Top Ten Charming Hotel".  StarWorld is the only hotel in Macau to receive such an honour and high recognition in this special occasion.

An eye-catching hotel exterior, attentive and friendly service, opulent interior design, state-of-the-art facilities are some of the attributes to make an award-winning hotel.  With all these attributes, plus its "Asian Heart" service philosophy and the fine culture of "Star Service", StarWorld Hotel has won great recognition in the market and well deserves the "Top Ten Charming Hotel" Award.

Strategically located at the heart of Macau Peninsula, StarWorld Hotel enjoys a prime location with quick access to the Macau-Hong Kong Ferry Terminal and the Gongbei Port at the China-Macau border.  Towering at the busy Avenida da Amizade road with a distinctive architectural design of its hotel exterior, StarWorld Hotel is a landmark in Macau.  Thanks to the world-renowned architect Mr Rocco Yim for making StarWorld Hotel one of his masterpieces with a captivating look and charm.  The colourful LED lighting effect is designed to make the huge double-layered glass walls of the hotel exterior bright and cheerful, offering a feel of style, vibrancy and prosperity. 

Moreover, the hotel's "Star Service" and in-room facilities are where StarWorld's charm lies as well.  The bathroom facilities are all specially designed to be close to our body temperature for extra comfort.  An extensive pillow menu, 42-inch plasma TV and free access to broadband Internet service, offer its guests a truly home-away-from-home feeling.  StarWorld's great hospitality starts from attention to details. 

StarWorld's fascinating entertainment facilities have also contributed a lot to make the hotel popular.  Designed by world-class casino interior designer Paul Steelman, StarWorld's luxurious entertainment complex of over 140,000 square feet in total area, comprises over 240 gaming tables, over 280 slot machines and the largest indoor LCD TV screen among all Macau's casinos, offering comprehensive entertainment programmes and music TV.  Topped off with the innovative and unique large-scale indoor air purifying and ventilation system in Macau for the gaming areas developed by StarWorld's professional engineers, the StarWorld gaming floors are properly ventilated with fresh air to provide both smoking and non-smoking guests with unparalleled comfort and enjoyment.

The World Hotel Continental Diamond Awards is one of China's most revered recognitions in the hotel industry. The judging panel comprises prestigious entrepreneurs, scholars, industry experts and media elites. All the awards are accredited and presented by the World Hotel Association. The selection process was highly rigorous, based not only on findings from World Hotel Branding Research Centre, but also on an election voted by the judging panel, stakeholders of related industries and the general public who voted online. Emerging ahead of all competitors is never easy. StarWorld Hotel demonstrates its own charisma and an overall strength in all aspects through winning this award.

It is undeniable that StarWorld Hotel is well deserved of this award, outperforming its competitors to earn itself such a great accolade and recognition.  This explains why the hotel has been well received by many guests from around the globe in the past four years since its opening.  This award also helps demonstrating the accomplishments of its staff of all levels for their continued efforts and hard work.

List of Awards and Accolades:

AWARD CATEGORY ORGANIZATION
World Hotel.Continental Diamond Awards – Top Ten Charming Hotels (2010) World Hotel Association, China
Best Business Hotel in Macao (2010) The 7th Golden Pillow Award of China Hotels
Top Ten Glamorous Hotels of China (2010) China Hotel Starlight Awards
Best Gaming Hotel China (2010) Golden Horse Award of China Hotel
Five-Star Diamond Award (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010) The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences
Top Ten Popular Hotels in China (2009) 4th International Hotel Platinum Award
World Hotel.Continental Diamond Awards - Top Ten New Symbolic Architecture Hotels (2009) World Hotel Association, China
China Hotel Brand Customers' Choice (2009) Golden Horse Award of China Hotel
Top Ten Resort Hotels of China (2009) China Hotel Starlight Award
Casino Interior Design (2009) International Gaming Awards
The Top Ten City-Nova Hotels of China (2008) China Hotel Starlight Awards
Top Hundred Hotels in China (2008) Travel + Leisure Magazine, China
Top Ten Business Hotels (2008) China Hotel Industry Enterprise Leader
China Top Hundred Hotels (2008) China Hotel Industry Enterprise Leader
High-Flyers Award (2007) Hong Kong Business Magazine

FOOD AND BEVERAGE AWARDS

AWARD CATEGORY ORGANIZATION
One Star Restaurant (Macau) – Jade Garden (2010) Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau
Bib Gourmand Restaurant – Laurel (2010) Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau
Recommended Restaurant – Inagiku (2009, 2010) Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau
Local Classical Cocktail Champion (2009) Wine & Gourmet Asia
Local Flairtending Cocktail Champion (2009) Wine & Gourmet Asia
International Flairtending Cocktail second runner up (2009) Wine & Gourmet Asia
Asian Flairtending Cocktail Champion (2008) Wine & Gourmet Asia
International Flairtending Cocktail first runner up (2008) Wine & Gourmet Asia

About StarWorld Hotel and Casino (StarWorld)

StarWorld is located in the heart of Macau's dynamic gaming and entertainment district -- the Avenida de Amizade. The first 5-star hotel and casino in the Galaxy Entertainment Group, 39-storey StarWorld embodies the distinct Asian characteristics of intelligence, experience and innovation, combining world-class accommodation, entertainment, leisure and dining facilities in 'one world'. Asian flair is incorporated in all the Star-grade amenities as well as in the ultra-high levels of personal service, appealing to both Asian and international tourists. Striking architecture and luxurious guest-room decor exemplify the outstanding level of quality provided by StarWorld Hotel and Casino. This attention to detail has earned StarWorld recognition through numerous prestigious awards including the 5-Star Diamond award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences and the Top 100 Hotels of China by the China Hotel Industry Summit. With award-winning services and accommodation, StarWorld is designed as the ultimate 'Place for Winners'. As one of Macau's premium resorts, StarWorld Hotel and Casino provides everything you could desire from an entertainment and leisure destination. 

For further information, please visit www.StarWorldmacau.com 

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