Bend it like Beckham at The Londoner Macao’s grand opening

Five luxurious hotels offering over 6,000 keys and myriad dining and retail options have been unveiled following The Londoner Macao's US$2 billion revamp.
Five luxurious hotels offering over 6,000 keys and myriad dining and retail options have been unveiled following The Londoner Macao’s US$2 billion revamp. Photo Credit: The Londoner Macao

After a two-year transformation, Sands China is set to launch The Londoner Macao with a grand celebration on 25 May, alongside David Beckham, the British football icon and Sands Resorts Macao global ambassador.

The former Sands Cotai Central underwent a US$2 billion rebranding process and will now emerge as an opulent integrated resort that offers visitors a British-inspired experience.

“Now that Covid-19 pandemic restrictions have eased, we are delighted to finally give The Londoner Macao the unveiling it deserves and share its fabulous transformation with the world,” said Dr. Wilfred Wong, president of Sands China. “At the same time, we’re also celebrating the opportunity we’ve been given over the next 10 years by the Macao SAR government to help the city evolve into a fully diversified, global tourism hub.”

The integrated resort features five luxury hotels – The Londoner Hotel, Londoner Court, Conrad Macao, The St. Regis Macao and Sheraton Grand Maxcao – with almost 6,000 rooms in total, three spas, four health clubs, and over 20 dining options.

The Londoner Macao has a version of the Victorian Crystal Palace, with a 10-storey-high ceiling and made of glass, iron, and marble.
The Londoner Macao has a version of the Victorian Crystal Palace, with a 10-storey-high ceiling and made of glass, iron, and marble.

The entranceway of The Londoner Macao is a majestic glass-covered porte-cochère and a cobbled driveway, modelled after London’s Victoria Station.

A life-size replica of London’s iconic Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) that chimes every hour, a palatial Crystal Palace atrium, and a Changing of the Guard ceremony inspired by Buckingham Palace are among the essential photo opportunities for guests.

The Londoner Macao offers several accommodation options, including the exclusive by-invite-only Suites by David Beckham. Beckham, in collaboration with David Collins Studio, designed the luxury apartments that range in size from 113 to 298 square metres that are located on the top two floors of The Londoner Hotel.

Suites by David Beckham are 14 luxurious apartments located on the top two floors of The Londoner Hotel in Macao available for booking by invite only.
Suites by David Beckham are 14 luxurious apartments located on the top two floors of The Londoner Hotel in Macao available for booking by invite only.

Beckham invites visitors to enjoy his favourite dishes, cigars, whiskeys, and cocktails at select restaurants through the “Be My Guest” programme.

Guests staying at the Londoner Hotel will also have access to The Residence, a private club with themed rooms inspired by historic British figures, royalty, and the arts.

Londoner Court offers an exclusive sanctuary within The Londoner Macao, with suites designed by the Steve Leung Design Group to recreate the ambiance of a distinguished London residence.

The Huaiyang Garden offers private rooms.
The Huaiyang Garden offers private rooms.

The Londoner Macao is also a gourmet destination with award-winning restaurants, including The Huaiyang Garden, which specialises in Huaiyang cuisine and was awarded one Michelin star in its first year of opening. The Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill and The Mews, which offers Thai delicacies, will be opening soon.

The Londoner Macao also boasts 34,300 square metres of meeting and convention space, including the newly opened 6,000-seat The Londoner Arena, 13 ballrooms, and six meeting rooms.

The Shoppes at Londoner is a part of the complex and consists of 150 fashion and lifestyle boutiques. These Shoppes are situated within walking distance of Shoppes at Venetian, Shoppes at Parisian, and Shoppes at Four Seasons, making a total of 850 stores.

 

 

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