just saw on Geo Tv that Bahria town has signed with Sheraton in Dubai.

Sheraton International Golf View
and
Sheraton Lake View

Googled it and found this....

This is a beautiful five-star Sheraton hotel located in a premier golf complex in Islamabad, Pakistan. The hotel features 606,000 sf of built-up area, 342 rooms, three international restaurants, ballrooms and banquet halls, and state-of-the-art spa and recreational facilities. Netset is doing the structural and MEP drafting for this project.
http://www.mepdrafting.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/sheraton-golf-city-islamabad-pakistan-300x150.jpg

http://www.mepdrafting.net/sheraton-golf-city-islamabda-pakistan/

There were two Sheratons they signed, one was something like Sheraton Lake project, so now Bahria is going big way with international level chains.

great news


what ever happened to Raddisoon in islamabad ? were supposed to be two


and intercontinental?

Hyatt is suspended( no money i guess from the Company building it..just one huge whole they dud up near convention center....Centaurus only working on mall and apts..no sign of hotel work....but this will be a refresher from bahria town

my google search reveals: :)


http://www.kln.gov.my/perwakilan/islamabad/news/23972

i would like to see the renders and what is the estamating time of complete of this project?

i would like to see the renders and what is the estamating time of complete of this project?

on geo they said..... they'll work very hard and complete within 2 years(as usual) lol

:banana::banana::banana::banana:

http://img25.imageshack.us/img25/5237/page1q.gif (http://img25.imageshack.us/i/page1q.gif/)

Thnx m8.... btw


imran02feb79

account number and sort code??
:D

excellent news:cheers:

Look at that "concept pic". Hahaha

looks like a copy of atlantis in dubai.

it will be located in golf city which has been u/c since years.

the first render looks good and the Atlantis replica is not needed but rather a nice quality realistic hotel with good security....

^^yeah it look same like atlantis but i think it is not the original render of the project

is it a fake one,

Bahria Town to Develop Two New Hotels in Islamabad Under the Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Brand
Date: Thursday 18 June 2009
http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/1703/bahria.jpg
The Projects will Include Pakistan’s First Internationally-Branded Golf Resort and a Luxury Hotel

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) has signed an agreement with Bahria Town , Asia’s largest real estate developers, to manage a world-class golf resort and a first-rate hotel in Islamabad, both under the auspices of its iconic Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand. Sheraton Islamabad Golf City and Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel are anticipated to open between 2012 and 2013.

Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort will be the first internationally-branded golf resort in Pakistan and will comprise a 377-room luxury hotel that includes 15 serviced apartments. It will also feature 3,200m2 of state-of-the-art meeting space and a choice of five restaurants and bars, as well as a high-tech gym, fully-serviced spa and a number of beautifully designed outdoor swimming pools. Guests will of course have full access to the onsite 18-hole golf course and Sheraton Golf & Country Club. The entire Sheraton Golf City Resort will form part of a high-security, gated-access, mixed-use development, Golf City, which is located along the newly-opened Murree Expressway.

The Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel will be built along Murree Road, the main access road between Islamabad city center and the capital’s international airport, and will offer stunning views of Lake Rawal and the spectacular parkland that surrounds it. Guests will find themselves right next door to the prestigious Islamabad Golf Club and only a short distance from the Diplomatic Enclave and Islamabad International Conference Centre, making the hotel the ideal venue for business travelers and tourists alike. The stylish 220-room hotel will be housed in a soaring purpose-built tower and will offer 1,200 m2 of meeting space, replete with the latest technology, as well as three remarkable food and beverage outlets, a well-appointed gym and a splendid outdoor swimming pool.

The hotels are being designed by Beame Architectural Partnership, Florida, a recognized design award winning firm with the orientation of International Project Managers and Hotel Consultants - Colin Evans Associates. These professionals have created more than 150 first class resorts and hotels worldwide.


“Bahria Town is building the new face of Pakistan as we continue to develop lifestyle destinations. Our vision is to work with the best partners and invest in high-end assets in key destinations throughout Pakistan,” says Malik Riaz Hussain, Chairman of Bahria Town, Asia’s largest private master developer. “Islamabad is an expanding city with a growing need for world class facilities and services. We believe that Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort and Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel will add real value to both visitors and the local community, ushering in a new level of upscale hotel accommodation into the city.’

“Our focus is to find the right partners and work with them on the right properties, in the right places,” says Roeland Vos, President for Europe, Africa & Middle East. “We are delighted to be working with Bahria Town and would like to thank them for giving us the opportunity to make a landmark entry, with our iconic Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand, into the important city of Islamabad.”

Sheraton Islamabad Golf City and Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel expand Starwood’s presence in Pakistan, currently represented by the 407-room Sheraton Karachi Hotel in the country’s largest city, main seaport and financial capital. The projects also formally mark the expansion of Bahria Town into the Hospitality Sector in Pakistan. The two properties are set to revolutionize the hospitality industry in Pakistan and provide a much needed boost to travel and tourism in the country.

http://www.bahriatown.com/

http://hoteliermiddleeast.com/article-4740-starwood_to_open_two_more_pakistan_properties/

^^ hmmm so they also got this design

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/2931/15824916.jpg


but on bahria website they also got the fake atlantis...lol

^^:eek:

Any project in which the name "bahria" (real estate) appears should not be taken seriously.

^^why but they have good reputation in the real estate market and also they have completed or are working on many projects

the finished lots of good projects in lahore and rwp/isb

i wud trust them and Emaar ...before any other company

I think the only thing they have developed so far is bahria town lahore.

The one in rwl doesnt have much population save the few "model houses" they made themselves because even after some 15-20yrs it lacks basic ameneties like a good access road, gas, etc.

They are just going on announcing new schemes when the first one isn't even near completion. It takes them 10yrs just to level the ground.

They also announced a twin-towers few yrs ago with nothing happening.

I won't believe it until they start constructing it. Islamabad Golf City is Atlantis Dubai. They think we are stupid or what?

large part of the golf course is already complete in golf city

My dear folks, I would not be saying this as I have seen the level of commitment and actual ground work performed by Bahria. In Rawalpindi the Phase 1-6 are almost completely inhabited with few plots out of many not developed.Safari valley and Safari villas in phase 7 and phase 8 are completely built and getting occupied. Phase 8 in itself is a city. Bahria is also developing Garden city, Bahria Serene city adjacent to phase 8. There is a mini golf course completed.Remember the DHA Phase 1 sector F is in Bahria town sectors and is linked via a bridge to Phase 1. There is an expressway throughout these Bahria phases, this is widest of roads of Isb/Rwp, plz go through my thread of Phase 1 Sector F to see all these development. Now talking about phase 10, there is lot of heavy development work going on in Phase 10. In fact I think we can create a separate thread to show the level of work being imparted in Phase-10. Many a villas have been constructed in that phase also.

this is another good challenger for the "Which company can actually COMPLETE a hotel project" in Pakistan competition...... many have tried but few if any besides the Serena have succeeded......

this is another good challenger for the "Which company can actually COMPLETE a hotel project" in Pakistan competition...... many have tried but few if any besides the Serena have succeeded......

well, we have a sheraton in Karachi

well, we have a sheraton in Karachi

But that hotel is shit! Everyone says so! Check the Sofitel Hotel thread, where the shittyness of Sheraton Karachi was discussed!

But that hotel is shit! Everyone says so! Check the Sofitel Hotel thread, where the shittyness of Sheraton Karachi was discussed!

I stayed there about 4 years ago and it was truly shit. The rooms are, almost, dilapidated and are certainly dated.

Karachi Sheraton - the step child of Karachi.

Karachi Sheraton - the step child of Karachi.
Why is it a step child of karachi...does the govt. owns it?

I think the only thing they have developed so far is bahria town lahore.

The one in rwl doesnt have much population save the few "model houses" they made themselves because even after some 15-20yrs it lacks basic ameneties like a good access road, gas, etc.

They are just going on announcing new schemes when the first one isn't even near completion. It takes them 10yrs just to level the ground.

They also announced a twin-towers few yrs ago with nothing happening.

what are you talking about, bahria in pindi is way more developed then one in lahore, its wayyyy bigger.

as for not completing projects then that can be said about all developers in pakistan atleast bahria town have something to show unlike the rest.

I think the only thing they have developed so far is bahria town lahore.

The one in rwl doesnt have much population save the few "model houses" they made themselves because even after some 15-20yrs it lacks basic ameneties like a good access road, gas, etc.

They are just going on announcing new schemes when the first one isn't even near completion. It takes them 10yrs just to level the ground.

They also announced a twin-towers few yrs ago with nothing happening.

I guess you never been there. Bahria town rawalpindi is huge and far bigger and developed then lahore bahria so far.[/B]

Why is it a step child of karachi...does the govt. owns it?
No, Hashwani. For some reason it gets neglected by both the people and the owner.

sheraton is not owned by hashwani its owned and run by sheraton itself and as far as i know its the only hotel in pakistan not run by a pakistani company. havent been there since ages but i heard they recently renovated their rooms

You sure abut that? I always heard it's Hashwani's. Surprised that it's owned by Sheraton Intl.

^^ The Sheraton is not part of the Hashwani portfolio. They own the Marriott down the road.

what are you talking about, bahria in pindi is way more developed then one in lahore, its wayyyy bigger.

as for not completing projects then that can be said about all developers in pakistan atleast bahria town have something to show unlike the rest.

I have never been to BT lahore but been to the one in Isb/Rwp many times. Used to go there when we were planning to buy some property. Last I went was in 2006, so I do not know what development has happened since. But back then, if you say BT pindi is more developed then I can only imagine the horrible state of BT lahore. And that too considering BT was launched like more than a decade ago yet back hardly 5% of the development was occupied. Reason...no decent access even after a decade, no gas connections , etc.


Anyway, this is the sheraton thread and my initial comment was because Bahria had announced the twin towers long time ago. So what happened to that?

Must be nearing completion, no?

The answer to the above tells how much trust I have in this project. Sorry for being so negative but thats what comes to my mind when I hear Bahria. Talking about other developers, I also have similar views of them.

I have never been to BT lahore but been to the one in Isb/Rwp many times. Used to go there when we were planning to buy some property. Last I went was in 2006, so I do not know what development has happened since. But back then, if you say BT pindi is more developed then I can only imagine the horrible state of BT lahore. And that too considering BT was launched like more than a decade ago yet back hardly 5% of the development was occupied. Reason...no decent access even after a decade, no gas connections , etc.


Anyway, this is the sheraton thread and my initial comment was because Bahria had announced the twin towers long time ago. So what happened to that?

Must be nearing completion, no?

The answer to the above tells how much trust I have in this project. Sorry for being so negative but thats what comes to my mind when I hear Bahria. Talking about other developers, I also have similar views of them.

bahria only starting developing after the real estate boom and pindi one is massive, i have been to the lahore one many times and its small but beautiful with a small population, most of their projects havent gone ahead but its not like the other developers in the country

You sure abut that? I always heard it's Hashwani's. Surprised that it's owned by Sheraton Intl.

yeah 100% sure, Hashwani only owns Marriott and PC

That might explain teh neglect then.

hashwani surly doesnt own sheraton he was the one who blocked there proposal for lahore sheraton.

it says "soaring tower near conferance center and rawal lake?



anybody can google earth the plot or have they taken over the Hyatt area since they dont seem be going anywhere with their project

is there any update on this project?

its under contruction on the murree expressway, will be a 5 star golf resort located in bahria golf city.

pics or it never happened

I saw this on Sheraton website:

Sheraton Islamabad Lake View Hotel - Opening January 1, 2012
Muree Road
Islamabad Pakistan


Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort - Opening January 1, 2012
New Murree Expressway
Islamabad Pakistan

so its under construction and this project is going to happen?
great

updated version
http://www.bahriatown.com/images/stories/hi_ci271c59s4.jpg

What is that? Looks like a ripoff of the Atlantis!

Whatever it is, it looks pretty sick.

Well! I don't blame the architect but the approver :bash:

I doubt it's even approved, what's that in the middle? Glass? Considering the bombings we encounter it'll be a bitch to replace that over and over again.

i think they just tried to add some royalty to it something like mugal or neo-mugal designs....:S

I doubt it's even approved, what's that in the middle? Glass? Considering the bombings we encounter it'll be a bitch to replace that over and over again.

:rofl:

updated version
http://www.bahriatown.com/images/stories/hi_ci271c59s4.jpg

Very, very nice. It's similar to the Karachi Sheraton in it L shape but with a Islamic design theme.

Islamabad (and the whole of Pakistan) has so much non-descript, bland, box-like architecture so it's refreshing to see something different.

Most typical Pakistani architecture is like that in the West from the 70's which was the most horrible design in history. Just a square box. They've moved on while our architects are still stuck in the same rut.

This looks like it was designed by a Western company in Dubai.

I like the design BTW....

I have never been to BT lahore but been to the one in Isb/Rwp many times. Used to go there when we were planning to buy some property. Last I went was in 2006, so I do not know what development has happened since. But back then, if you say BT pindi is more developed then I can only imagine the horrible state of BT lahore. And that too considering BT was launched like more than a decade ago yet back hardly 5% of the development was occupied. Reason...no decent access even after a decade, no gas connections , etc.


Anyway, this is the sheraton thread and my initial comment was because Bahria had announced the twin towers long time ago. So what happened to that?

Must be nearing completion, no?

The answer to the above tells how much trust I have in this project. Sorry for being so negative but thats what comes to my mind when I hear Bahria. Talking about other developers, I also have similar views of them.

Bahria Town Rawalpindi/Islamabad phase 1 to 6 are completely occupied and work on the newer phases 7 to 9 is going on at a rapid pace. The quality of Bahria Town is also very high, much better than anything else in the city, perhaps even the country.

Design is amazing.

Not sure how the Palm trees are going to survive in Isloo? :lol:

^^ islamabad is not that cold u know..

A week before, Malik Riaz was in Kamran Khan's show & he was saying that the Golf course is almost complete & Sheraton is U/C...

Project's Introductory Video ( http://www.bahriatown.com/content/view/186/119/)

Project's website:

http://www.sheratongolfclub.pk/

The render on their website is a copy of the Atlantis. I don't see how they can use the name Sheraton with that.

The render on their website is a copy of the Atlantis. I don't see how they can use the name Sheraton with that.

Its not exact copy, there are some differences....

Its not exact copy, there are some differences....
Are you serious?

Are you serious?

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af117/Ahmadrashid/hotel.jpg

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af117/Ahmadrashid/800px-Atlantis_The_Palm_on_8_May_2008_Pict_3.jpg

Couple of differences are there....

Good news if it is U/C.. However does anyone know for sure if they are working on it?

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af117/Ahmadrashid/hotel.jpg

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af117/Ahmadrashid/800px-Atlantis_The_Palm_on_8_May_2008_Pict_3.jpg

Couple of differences are there....
I asked you whether you were serious because any differences don't make a difference as long as they're alike. Normally a company like Sheraton would object to that.

I asked you whether you were serious because any differences don't make a difference as long as they're alike. Normally a company like Sheraton would object to that.

Thats might be, what they usually says, an artist's impression of the hotel....
Anyhow, thats the render we have right now...
Don't know about Sheraton...

Good news if it is U/C.. However does anyone know for sure if they are working on it?

Well Malik Riaz was saying in the interview to Kamran Khan that its U/C, no confirmed news though uptil now....

I asked you whether you were serious because any differences don't make a difference as long as they're alike. Normally a company like Sheraton would object to that.

True! The fact that they look pretty much the same, most of the people would think that it's an exact copy of Atlantis. Sheraton certainly should object to that design.

I just want it to get built!

^^^^^^

True that

http://www.panoramio.com/photo/41348237

old pic..by now some structure should be visible..some please go there and take pics thanks

Yesterday I saw a white guy on AAJ TV talking about this project in ISB. didn't catch the whole thing though but one thing is for sure that the project is very well live

yep, the shearton club house opened last week, construction is on going for the hotel.

i think we have to see an latest satellite image then we can see if they are building the above design as it is not an straight line.

on Sheraton's website
Islamabad
Sheraton Islamabad - Opening March 1, 2014
Club Road
Islamabad Pakistan
T: To be Announced

and look what it says on the Grand Hyatt site
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5307/5692635347_260a0816dd_b.jpg

Islamabad
Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort - Opening March 1, 2014
Expressway
Islamabad Pakistan
T: To Be Announced

some woman wrote on her blog she attended a fashion show at the undercontruction sheraton hotel in islamabad ....maybe this is the hotel she is standing in front

http://thefashioneasta.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/dsc010381.jpg

rather it was probably at the club house, it looks quite nice, the pictures are on architech inc page on facebook

http://www.facebook.com/architectsinc

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nice pics...

now that's what i call a 5-star hotel!!

no exterior shots?

Nice work Brighty....:okay:

Which Sheraton are these pictures of?

Which Sheraton are these pictures of?

bahria town on murree expressway, between islamabad and murree

bahria town on murree expressway, between islamabad and murree

It doesn't make any sense. There are two Sheratons in Pakistan listed in the Sheraton website and the one in Islamabad is supposed to open in 2014. These pictures show a completed hotel so it can't be the one in Islamabad. This may be a hoax.

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/directory/hotels/all/pk/list.html?sortType=

these pictures show the "CLUBHOUSE" of the golf course NOT hotel

very nicely done

It doesn't make any sense. There are two Sheratons in Pakistan listed in the Sheraton website and the one in Islamabad is supposed to open in 2014. These pictures show a completed hotel so it can't be the one in Islamabad. This may be a hoax.

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/directory/hotels/all/pk/list.html?sortType=

read the above posts again.

Starwood president visits Bahria Golf City, Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Starwood Hotel & Resort and Bahria Town’s collaboration to result in the iconic projects for Hospitality Industry in the world Mr. Roeland Vos, President Starwood Hotel & Resorts, on his first visit to Pakistan, visited the Sheraton resort projects; Sheraton Hotel & Sheraton Golf & Country Club, which forms the part of a high-security, gated-access, mixed-use development “Bahria Golf City” Islamabad, soon to be launched project of Bahria Town. Also present at the occasion were Mr. Malik Riaz Hussain (Chairman, Bahria Town), Mr. Salman Ahmed (VCE- Bahria Town), Gen (R) Shaukat (Executive Director, Bahria Golf City), Mr. Guido De Wilde (Sr. Vice President, Starwood Hotels & Resorts) & Mr. Antoine Joignant (Area Manager Pakistan, Starwood Hotels & Resorts).**

does anybody know how to upload the photos that are along with this press release at their site?

Here is the full news:

Starwood head visits Bahria Golf City

President Starwood Hotel and Resorts Roeland Vos, on his first visit to Pakistan, visited the Sheraton resort projects; Sheraton Hotel and Sheraton Golf and Country Club, which forms the part of a high-security, gated-access, mixed-use development “Bahria Golf City” lslamabad, soon to be launched project of Bahria Town.

Also present at the occasion were Malik Riaz Hussain (Chairman, Bahria Town), Salman Ahmed (VCE- Bahria Town), Gen (R) Shaukat (Executive Director, Bahria Golf City), Guido De Wilde (Sr Vice President, Starwood Hotels and Resorts) and Antoine Joignant (Area Manager Pakistan, Starwood Hotels and Resorts). These projects not only establish a strong presence of Starwood Hotels and Resorts in the region but also mark the formal entrance of Bahria Town in the Hospitality Industry of Pakistan.

Commenting on the Sheraton properties being developed Roeland Vos said: “Bahria Golf City Sheraton projects will not only form a benchmark for the hotels in Pakistan but also for all our hotels worldwide. This will also help boast the tourism industry in Pakistan.” He further added “We are delighted to be working with Bahria Town, an association which we feel should have been formed long ago. We would like to thank them for giving us the opportunity to make a landmark entry with our iconic Sheraton Hotels & Resorts brand into the important city of lslamabad.”

Chairman Bahria Town Malik Riaz Hussain said: “Bahria Golf City Islamabad is a jewel in the crown project of Bahria Town. This is the face of modern Pakistan. This lifestyle community is a testament to our endeavours to build a new identity of progressive Pakistan. We are delighted to be working with Starwood Hotel and Resorts for this special project.”

EDIT

COMPANY FOCUS: Starwood Hotels & Resorts

Upcoming properties
Jordan: W (2012) and St Regis in Amman (2013) and Westin and Luxury
Collection in Aqaba (2013).

Oman: W Muscat (2014); Westin and Element Muscat (2016).

Pakistan: Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort (2013); Sheraton Islamabad
lakeview Hotel (2014).

Qatar: St Regis Doha (2011); Le Méridien Doha (2013); Four Points by Sheraton Doha (2014).

Saudi Arabia: Four Points by Sheraton Mall of Arabia, Jeddah (2012); Aloft Riyadh (2013); Four Points by Sheraton Dhahran (2013).

Syria: Four Points by Sheraton Tartous (2013).

UAE: Westin Hotels & Spa Abu Dhabi (2011); St Regis Sa’adiyat Island (2011);
St Regis Abu Dhabi (2012); Luxury Collection Ajman (2013); Sheraton Sharjah
and Four Points by Sheraton Sharjah (2013); W Abu Dhabi (2014); Al Amir
Luxury Collection, RAK (2014); W Festival City and St Regis Dubai (date TBA).

Expansion by brand
W Hotels – 4
Westin Hotels & Resorts – 3
Luxury Collection – 3
St Regis – 5
Element – 1
Sheraton – 3
Four Points by Sheraton – 5
Le Méridien – 1
Aloft – 1

video on the under construction site shows the model of whole project including Atlantis lookalike hotel.

http://bahriagolfcity.com/


im unable to figure out the under construction hotel in the video called "history in making"
seems to me that they are developing couple of strips of villas and a club house.

^^ Yes, Sheraton hotel design looks like Atlantis - The Palm. Its a Golf resort gated community...

More info:
Bahria Golf City (http://www.bahriatown.com/content/view/121/84/)

Starwood President visits Bahria Golf City, Islamabad
(http://www.weeklypulse.org/details.aspx?contentID=693&storylist=2)

Also they have abit updated their website with info: Sheraton Golf & Country Club (http://www.sheratongolfclub.pk/)

it is not opening:nuts:


video on the under construction site shows the model of whole project including Atlantis lookalike hotel.

http://bahriagolfcity.com/


im unable to figure out the under construction hotel in the video called "history in making"
seems to me that they are developing couple of strips of villas and a club house.

According to Bahria town, the cost of both of these hotels will be $ 200 million (Rs. 18 billion)...

NO news ever of theses projects in years

^^

According to Sheraton sources, Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort (372 rooms) will open in 2013 & Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel (220 rooms) will open in 2014...

^^

According to Sheraton sources, Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort (372 rooms) will open in 2013 & Sheraton Islamabad Lakeview Hotel (220 rooms) will open in 2014...

do we have the exact locations of these project. Because Sheraton Islamabad Lake view Hotel should be around a lake obviously!, but i wonder which lake they are talking about.

but these "facts" are written when the signing the contract

we see that the Hyatt in Lahore pace circle and the Isb hyatt were listed soon after it was announced yet no development and after a year both were pulled from their main Hyatt website

also the CONRAD at the Centaurus was listed then pulled off the website

same as radisson coming soon in 2012 then 2013 so its cancelled now in islamabad

sofitel pulled out also in karachi

i think u understand that very few projects announced and listed on company websites ever get completed in pakistan ..its the sad reality


and lets not forget the Abu Dhabi group in lahore

^^ BUT these two Sheraton hotels are going on fine according to Sheraton as well as Bahria town (Malik Riaz also mentioned that in one of its interview) sources. Lets see...

any pics

yes, any pics?

great going pakistan.......
i'm an indian and can surely say that there's more development in the pak....
......congratulations from my side indeed!!!

great going pakistan.......
i'm an indian and can surely say that there's more development in the pak than in india....
......congratulations from my side indeed!!!

thank you skydrill...... :cheers:

According to Sheraton website now, these hotel will open as follows:

Sheraton Islamabad - Opening March 1, 2015

Sheraton Islamabad Golf City Resort - Opening March 1, 2015

has the work started on this project?

^^

Yes, its U/C according to BT website...

we cant be sure if it started yet..bahria town and other big projects like to hype these projects and level the land even dig the basements, then leave the big hole in the ground while they look for investors

Any updates?

November 30, 2012 (RECORDER REPORT)
Source : www.brecorder.com (http://www.brecorder.com/company-news/235:pakistan/1262725:two-new-sheraton-properties-in-islamabad-within-two-years-area-manager-pakistan-and-tajikistan-sheraton-hotels/?date=2012-11-30)

Antoine Joignant is the Area Manager Starwood Hotels & Resorts Pakistan and Tajikistan, along with being General Manager Sheraton Karachi Hotel. He has been heading operations in Pakistan for past 3 years, and has been instrumental in implementing the Sheraton Hotel's very discerning branded services at the property.

The branded services include Link@Sheraton, allowing guests to interact while browsing the internet from the hotel lobby, the very exclusive Club Lounge, Sweet Sleeper Beds and Sheraton Fitness program powered by Core Performance. He is a certified Six Sigma Green Belt and a member of the Executive Committee American Business Council of Pakistan.

"Two new Sheraton properties are under construction in Islamabad", revealed Antoine Joignant in a recent interview with BR Research. He elaborated that one site is located on the Islamabad-Murree road, called Sheraton Golf & Country Club; while the other overlooks the Rawal Lake in Islamabad.

"The Sheraton Golf & Country Club shall be the most spectacular property in the country, as it has been designed by the same architects that designed the Atlantis in Dubai. This 367-room hotel shall include an 18-hole golf course with many other amenities for guests," he said. He also revealed that the Sheraton Islamabad shall be a 180-room hotel primarily catering to business travelers.

To set up any Sheraton Hotel, the Company ties up with investors who develop properties in line with the Company's specifications. "Our business model necessitates long-term commitment between us and our partners, so the selection process is rigorous and comprehensive," said Antoine, adding that other potential partnership opportunities for other cities are being assessed in terms of long-term viability.

Considering that security has become a major contention for the hotel industry in the country, the upcoming properties shall include maximum security measures as well as disaster management programmes without affecting the overall look of each hotel. He also informed that a new boundary wall will be erected on the periphery of Sheraton Karachi to beef-up security, while maintaining the "guest friendliness" of the property, in the near future.

THE STARWOOD EXPERIENCE The Sheraton Hotels brand is owned and operated by Starwood Hotels and Resorts which also owns other world renowned hotel chains such as Four Points, Westin, W, Le Meridien, Aloft, Elements, The Luxury Collection and St Regis.

According to Antoine Joignant, being a part of the Starwood group provides an edge to the Sheraton Karachi over its competitors. One key differentiator is our ability to personalise our services and guest experience through various Starwood online tools which allow real-time tracking of maintenance work and guests' feedback.

As is the norm at most hotels, guests would previously fill out survey cards at the end of a typical stay which would then be sent to be compiled by the relevant department. But the system in place at Starwood Hotels allows guests to offer their feedback online, which is then compiled automatically.

"Now instead of receiving survey results at the end of the month like other hotels, we are receiving guest responses instantaneously. That is revolutionary as it gives us the ability to address clients' requests while they are still at our hotel, instead of waiting for them to come back the next time," he explained.

"We already have a programme in place for our most frequent clients, whom we call ambassadors, whereby a dedicated member of our team helps make arrangements for them according to their personal preferences, he said. The system not only sends clients' comments to hotel management in real-time; it also provides live scores for each location against the hotel chain's benchmarks allowing the hotel management to follow their relative performance. "Globally, we are the only hotel chain to have such a system in place, which is why our service is distinguishable from competitors", he summed up.

PAKISTAN: THE DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH "Pakistan is a treasure trove of culture, natural beauty and mouth-watering cuisines for world travelers," says Antoine. A long list of attractions ranging from the pristine beaches of Karachi and Balochistan, awe-inspiring peaks of the Northern Areas, local art and handicrafts; to the historic sites of Moenjodaro and Harappa, rolled off his tongue like that of a well-traveled local.

"It is very unfortunate that the image that has become attached with this beautiful country is set in violence and unrest," he said. He highlighted recent events such as the Grand Opera, Peshawari Night and food festivals that the hotel conducted to attract international travelers and locals alike; pledging grander functions in the future. He expressed hope that these attractions will play a part in countering negative international perceptions regarding Pakistan.

Antoine Joignant also highlighted that the value for money which guests receive in Pakistan is much higher than that provided by hotels in other countries in the region. He admitted that the local hotel industry is facing tough times given the subdued flow of foreign tourists to the country, but he stressed that occupancy rates have been on the rise for Sheraton Karachi over the past three years.

"LIFE IS BETTER WHEN SHARED" Antoine Joignant stressed that the hotel is cognisant of the community around it and is actively involved in addressing social issues afflicting the people. "Under our check-out for children programme, run in collaboration with Unicef, we charge a dollar to our guests' bills. This money goes towards building schools in under privileged communities in the country" he explained.

In the aftermath of the 2010 floods, the Sheraton Hotel has rebuilt a village in Sindh, under the "give a brick, give a break" programme. The village has access to electricity and water. There is also a local community and learning centre for the villagers.

"Money is not the only way to help the community around you," said Antoine while adding that the hotel's chefs regularly visit a school for deaf and mute children in Karachi to deliver cooking lessons. Similarly, the Hotel has also tied up with the Make-a-Wish Foundation to grant the simple wishes of children afflicted by terminal illnesses.

"It is heart wrenching to find a child that is terminally ill and whose last wish is simply to have a good meal with their loved ones. It is a matter of great pride for us that these children want to share this experience with us and for that purpose, the Sheraton Karachi shall continue to grant their simple small wishes," summed up Antoine Joignant.

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1. Sheraton Hotel Directory: New Hotels (PAKISTAN) - Site ScreenShot
http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/3144/sheratonhotel01.png
Source : http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/directory/new-hotels/all/list.html?display=new-hotels&pageType=map&regionName=all


2. Sheraton Golf & Country Club (New Murree Expressway ,ISLAMABAD) - Site ScreenShot
http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/9963/sheratonhotel02screensh.png
Source: http://www.sheratongolfclub.pk/

3. Sheraton Hotel (ISLAMABAD) - Site ScreenShot
http://img846.imageshack.us/img846/9969/sheratonhotel02.png
Source: http://bahriatown.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=271&Itemid=84

Thanks for sharing...