YTL HOTELS DEBUTS EXCLUSIVE FOOTAGE OF NEW HOTEL, MONKEY ISLAND ESTATE AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, KUALA LUMPUR

Kuala Lumpur, 14 MAY 2018 - YTL Hotels recently unveiled exclusive footage and details of its highly anticipated new property in the United Kingdom, Monkey Island Estate, at an intimate dinner event held at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur. Held on 11th May, the event saw approximately 50 distinguished guests and regional members of the media in attendance, with speeches from Executive Director of YTL Hotels, Dato' Mark Yeoh and General Manager of Monkey Island Estate, Lee Kelly.

The dinner theme focused on novels and works inspired by Monkey Island, and used literary elements as decor, with fresh flowers and foliage adding a touch of radiance and bringing the quaint English countryside to Kuala Lumpur. The event began with pre-dinner cocktails where a selection of delectable canapés were served alongside refreshing aperitifs and beverages, while a gin cart was

also on hand to serve guests a selection of gin-based cocktails, a nod to the popularity of the drink in the UK. Another English favourite, Pimm's Cup, was also part of the cocktail menu.

Guests were given an exclusive preview of the new boutique hotel with aerial footage of the property grounds. Stunning mood boards created by the award-winning, New York-based Champalimaud Design complemented the experience and showed off sketches and inspirations of the hotel's interiors.

Adjourning to The Library for dinner, guests were presented with a 6-course menu specially created by Chef William Hemming, Executive Chef of Monkey Island Estate and comprised of re-interpreted British classics, paired with exquisite wines. Place cards for each guest contained excerpts from books inspired by Monkey Island, illustrating the rich cultural past of this unique destination. Dinner ended with whiskies and a selection of cheese that were specially flown in from Bath, Bray, London and Edinburgh - a nod to the growing hospitality footprint of YTL Hotels in the UK.

Opening in summer 2018, Monkey Island Estate is set across seven acres and features 27 exquisite guest rooms and 3 elegantly appointed suites as well as 6 individual luxury residences. Juxtaposing timeless glamour with traditional features, the hotel seamlessly blends the past and present, resulting in a relaxed countryside ambience.

With its quiet sophistication, Monkey Island Estate is the perfect destination for weekend escapes, weddings and romantic getaways. For those who want to enjoy Bray-on-Thames in comfort and style, Monkey Island Estate is the ideal retreat to experience the rejuvenation of this historic landmark to its full former glory.

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About YTL Hotels

YTL Hotels owns and manages a prestigious collection of award-winning resorts, hotels, boutique experiences and Spa Villages with a hospitality footprint across Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, China, Japan, Australia, France and the United Kingdom, including Pangkor Island Resort, voted the world's best resort in 2003 by Condé Traveller UK. The group also co-owns the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train. The Gainsborough Bath Spa, the only hotel in Bath to be part of the Leading Hotels of the World's collection of legendary hotels, was named the 2017 Condé Nast Traveller Awards World's Top 100. The portfolio also encompasses the ownership management of a number of Marriott properties in Australia and Kuala Lumpur as well as properties under the brand's prestigious Autograph Collection banner. The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui is the latest addition to this partnership. Future plans include the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Japan which is set to complement YTL Hotels' master plan for Niseko Village.

With each new experience that it presents, the company strives to embrace and highlight the natural essence of culture, character and tradition of its surroundings. YTL Hotels is the hospitality arm of YTL Corporation Berhad.

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