12 Feb 2015
Forbes Travel Guide has unveiled its annual Star Rating list, naming InterContinental Hong Kong a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotel. SPOON by Alain Ducasseat InterContinental Hong Kong has also been awarded Five Stars by the Forbes Travel Guide. InterContinental Hong Kong continues to receive this top luxury 5-star travel rating which has been the gold standard in the hospitality industry since 1958.
Both InterContinental Hong Kong and SPOON by Alain Ducasse are showcased with all of the 2015 Star Rating recipients on ForbesTravelGuide.com.
InterContinental Hong Kong was the first InterContinental Hotel & Resort globally to achieve the exclusive 5-star ranking by the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide in 2013 – thus retaining this prestigious rating for three consecutive years. It is one of only 8 Five-star hotels in Hong Kong, 28 in Asia and only 118 internationally.
This is the first year that SPOON by Alain Ducasse has received Forbes Travel Guide's 5-star restaurant rating. It is one of only 7 Five-star restaurants in Hong Kong, 18 in Asia and 55 globally. In addition, Yan Toh Heen, the hotel's celebrated Cantonese restaurant, has earned 4 stars in the Forbes Travel Guide.
Commenting on the awards, Jean-Jacques Reibel, Managing Director, InterContinental Hong Kong says, “We are thrilled to attain the prestigious Forbes 5-star rating for the 3rd consequent year. This is a great achievement by our team who has worked diligently to consistently meet Forbes's extremely discerning criteria and service standards for 5-star hotels. This award demonstrates the commitment of the InterContinental brand to deliver internationally 'in the know' luxury hotels for the world's most discerning travellers. It also shows IHG's dedication to delivering 'Great Hotels Guests Love'.”
As per Forbes Travel Guide, “'Five Star' hotels provide a memorable experience through virtually flawless service and the finest of amenities. Staff is intuitive, engaging and passionate, and eagerly goes beyond expectations. The hotel was designed with your comfort in mind, with particular attention paid to craftsmanship and quality of product. A Forbes Travel Guide Five Star property is a destination unto itself.” Forbes Travel Guide's professional inspectors check out every property they rate regularly, evaluating more than 500 criteria to determine a Star Rating thus establishing a global benchmark for luxury travel.
“Our Star Ratings recognize the finest hotels, restaurants and spas in the world. These ratings serve as the most authoritative guideposts for guests seeking exceptional travel experiences. Our primary mission is to contribute to excellence in hospitality, serving the global tourism industry as well as the guest,” said Gerard J. Inzerillo, Chief Executive Officer of Forbes Travel Guide.
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About Forbes Travel Guide:
Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, is the originator of the prestigious Five Star Rating system, and has provided the travel industry's most comprehensive ratings and reviews of hotels, restaurants and spas since 1958. Forbes Travel Guide has a team of expert inspectors who anonymously evaluate properties against up to 800 rigorous and objective standards, providing consumers the insight to make better informed travel and leisure decisions. Forbes Travel Guide is the gold standard for luxury hospitality ratings worldwide. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
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About InterContinental Hong Kong:
Internationally acclaimed as one of the world's top hotels for business and leisure, InterContinental Hong Kong is prized for its unrivalled views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island. Whether you're gazing over the skyline from the infinity spa pools, contemplating the horizon from the Club InterContinental Lounge or landmark-spotting from your suite, all of Hong Kong is literally at your feet.
The hotel is also renowned for its luxurious accommodation, impeccable service and world-class restaurants which include three Michelin star restaurants -- SPOON by Alain Ducasse (1-star), Yan Toh Heen (2-stars) and THE STEAK HOUSE winebar + grill (1-star). Other dramatic dining options include celebrity chef restaurant, NOBU InterContinental Hong Kong and Harbourside, popular for its elaborate international buffets. All of the hotel's restaurants and the stunning Lobby Lounge showcase spectacular harbourviews.
InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 2721 1211 / Fax: +852 2739-4546 / E-mail: hongkong@ihg.com
www.hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com / www.intercontinental.com
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