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Business Asia, August, 2003

JW Marriott Jakarta

JI Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav E12 NO. 1/2

Mega Kuningan Jakarta 12050, Indonesia

www.marriott.com

The JW Marriott Jakarta is situated in the newly developed commercial district. The hotel offers 333 rooms, specifically designed for the business traveller. Conference facilities include 12 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Three restaurants and two bars are also available.

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

Jalan M H Thamrin, PO Box 3392

Jakarta 10310, Indonesia

www.mandarinoriental.com

Centrally located, the Mandarin Oriental prides itself on its emphasis on personal space and welcoming atmosphere. All telephone service to the hotel are delivered via fibre optic cable, providing top quality technology services. The hotel features 419 guest rooms, a range of dining options and extensive business facilities.

Shangri-La Jakarta

Kota BNI, JI Jend Sudiman Kav 1

Jakarta 10220, Indonesia

www.shangri-la.com

The Shangri-La Jakarta is located just off the city's major business address. Featuring resort-style facilities, the hotel is comprised of 668 guest rooms and suites, all with city views. On the business side of the hotel, there is a range of options for events, including a grand ballroom, 13 function rooms and a VIP lounge.

JAPAN

Hotel Inter-Continental Tokyo Bay

16-2 Kaigan 1-chome

Mintao-ku Tokyo 105-8576, Japan

www.ichotelsgroup.com

The Hotel Inter-Continental Tokyo Bay is situated at New Pier Takeshiba, a waterfront redevelopment district for both business and leisure. The hotel boast 339 guest rooms, all of which offer a waterfront vista taking in the majestic Rainbow Bridge. Meeting facilities include nine banquet rooms, and there are seven restaurants and bars.

Hotel New Otani, Tokyo

4-1 Kioi-cho Chiyoda-ku

Toko 102-8, Japan

www.newotani.com

Rising up from a 400 year-old, 10 acre Japanese garden, the Hotel New Otani Tokyo comprises 33 fine restaurants and five bars. The hotel is conveniently situated in the centre of the city. The business traveller is well-catered for with a full range of meeting facilities and support services.

Hotel Okura Tokyo

2-10-4 Toranomon, Minato-ku

Tokyo 105-8416, Japan

www.okura.com

The Hotel Okura Tokyo features 858 guest rooms and suites, supported by nine restaurants and three bars. Events are catered for with 33 banquet halls, as well as a fully-equipped business centre and travel agency. Traditional elements include a Okura Shukokan Museum.

Hotel Seiyo Ginza, Tokyo

1-11-2 Ginza, Tokyo 104-0061 Japan

www.seiyo-ginza.com

Located in the exciting Ginza District, the Hotel Seiyo Ginza is close to the financial and fashion centre of Tokyo. The hotel's 77 guest rooms and suites are designed to reflect the comfort of a private residence. Dining options include four facilities and a theatre.

Imperial Hotel Tokyo

1-1 Uchisaiwai-cho 1-chome

1-2 Chiyoda-ku

Toko 100-8558, Japan

www.imperialhotel.co.jp

Proud of its strong history, the Imperial Hotel Tokyo claims that no two of its rooms and suites are alike. The business traveller is a priority, with an executive service centre occupying an entire wing of the hotel. There are also four conference rooms, two meeting spaces, a sound proof music room and work stations.