Colombo | Sheraton Hotel

mrpanini · May 6th, 2012, 03:01 AM

306 room Colombo Sheraton Hotel scheduled to open in October 2013

http://www.ft.lk/2012/05/05/deal-sig...on-in-colombo/

http://www.thesundayleader.lk/2012/0...raton-colombo/

Shakeel · May 7th, 2012, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by mrpanini

306 room Colombo Sheraton Hotel scheduled to open in October 2013

http://www.ft.lk/2012/05/05/deal-sig...on-in-colombo/

http://www.thesundayleader.lk/2012/0...raton-colombo/

We need more definite pix of the structure. The design is very simple and not so majestic. We need an iconic project as nothing happening on ground with Shangri-la. Hope we get more projects of similar scale and ground pictures of the making.

Sohan G · May 13th, 2012, 12:23 PM

Hi guys, I am new here.

The new Sheraton is apparently going to be in the currently abandoned Premier Pacific structure in Kolpetty according to today's Sundaytimes.

http://www.sundaytimes.lk/120513/Bus...imes/bt02.html

The renders of the rather boxy building above seem to confirm that. Not exactly the best location for a 5 star though, looking at the surroundings. The building itself is not that inspiring either. But let's wait for the finished product.

The same article goes on to say that India's ITC has leased the land in between Shangri-la and the Taj, opposite Galleface, though their exact plans sound vague other than the fact that they are going to build a hotel. It is very difficult to find reliable info on the web about these projects actually. Wish at least these international firms had proper websites on their projects.

sjinadasa · May 13th, 2012, 06:58 PM

Thank goodness that monstrosity is finally getting finished. Also the surroundings aren't that bad now are they, with the re-done Galle Road and all.

mrpanini · May 13th, 2012, 09:37 PM

Current state of the abandoned structure...

What the original Premier Pacific Topaz building was supposed to look like...

Sohan G · May 16th, 2012, 03:54 PM

Of course, the general surroundings are much much better than they used to be. I was only commenting on the fact that immediate surroundings of the building is crowded with other low rise structures and is rather uninspiring for a five star hotel location. Also the broader side of the building actually does not face the ocean, leaving most of the rooms with not much of a view.

But of course it is a good thing that they are finally doing something, for it is the ugliest thing on the Galle road besides the unfinished Celestial building. With regards to that, there was an article on Sundaytimes (link given below) about there being an offer for it (sans much worthwhile detail as usual). Don't know how far along that deal is, if anything is going to happen that is.

http://www.sundaytimes.lk/120429/Bus...imes/bt05.html

saraprobe · May 20th, 2012, 01:52 PM

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sherat...html?sortType=

saraprobe · May 20th, 2012, 01:58 PM

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http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sherat...html?sortType=

Hey guys I heard the Galle face one going to be Luxury collection under Sheraton.

lordvader · May 21st, 2012, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by saraprobe

Hey guys I heard the Galle face one going to be Luxury collection under Sheraton.

Yep its true according to the following article, I posted it here: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showpo...postcount=1077

tallbuilder · May 23rd, 2012, 07:52 AM

Atleast the new elevation, though very simple and staright forward is much better than the previous monstrous looking and ugly premier pacific topaz building. I also heard that some extension might happen towards the back to Duplication road?
Is Atkins also doing the other ITC Sheraton on Galle Face.
Does anyone know what happend to the Sheraton proposed near the airport.

Shakeel · May 26th, 2012, 11:05 PM

Too many proposals but nothing coming off ground. Look at the vacant pompous Shangr-la project. Nothing happening nor the so-called Hyatt. Red tape and beaureacratic pimping is preventing faster growth than anticipated. We have heard stories of international brands but nothing getting off ground except for the regular local players. All should publish and reveal their detailed projects to create an interest. Hope this wont fall on deaf ears and blind eyes.

nathannash803 · May 27th, 2012, 06:07 PM

I don't think there will be two Shertons, cos if u thier website theres only one mentioned the one by galle face

tallbuilder · May 30th, 2012, 10:45 AM

in fact there are going to be two Sheratons, they have different brands under the Sheraton umbrella, like Starwood etc.

tallbuilder · May 30th, 2012, 10:47 AM

what ever happened to the proposed Embassy Medical Centre at Peliyagoda by SL born American investor Traiq of Silvermere hospitals. They had a beautiful hospital designed by Perkins+Will?

dramirez · May 30th, 2012, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tallbuilder

in fact there are going to be two Sheratons, they have different brands under the Sheraton umbrella, like Starwood etc.

I don't know if there will or won't be two Sheraton's... but Starwood is the parent company, Sheraton is their leading brand - but Sheraton have sub-brands such as Four Points by Sheraton.

lordvader · May 31st, 2012, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by dramirez

I don't know if there will or won't be two Sheraton's... but Starwood is the parent company, Sheraton is their leading brand - but Sheraton have sub-brands such as Four Points by Sheraton.

An article said that the ITC project will be a 'Luxury Collection' Hotel whilst this project will be Sheraton branded. Both brands are owned by Starwood. Also according to Starwood's website, a Four Points by Sheraton is going to be built at/near Colombo Airport.

saraprobe · May 31st, 2012, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by lordvader

An article said that the ITC project will be a 'Luxury Collection' Hotel whilst this project will be Sheraton branded. Both brands are owned by Starwood. Also according to Starwood's website, a Four Points by Sheraton is going to be built at/near Colombo Airport.

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpo...Filter=Airport

mrpanini · June 1st, 2012, 03:28 AM

The Luxury Collection is Starwoods high end hotel chain, more high end than Sheraton hence the decision to build a Luxury Collection hotel on the prime Galle Face land rather than a Sheraton......http://www.starwoodhotels.com/luxury...ollection.html

tallbuilder · June 1st, 2012, 11:32 AM

the top image posted by mrpanini is that of a hotel in Chennai-India

Shakeel · June 22nd, 2012, 12:51 PM

Any new updates with pictures on the ground. Not much publicity towards this project. A sleepy project from a Giant.

May 13th, 2012, 12:23 PM	#3
Sohan G Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 19 Likes (Received): 0	Hi guys, I am new here. The new Sheraton is apparently going to be in the currently abandoned Premier Pacific structure in Kolpetty according to today's Sundaytimes. http://www.sundaytimes.lk/120513/Bus...imes/bt02.html The renders of the rather boxy building above seem to confirm that. Not exactly the best location for a 5 star though, looking at the surroundings. The building itself is not that inspiring either. But let's wait for the finished product. The same article goes on to say that India's ITC has leased the land in between Shangri-la and the Taj, opposite Galleface, though their exact plans sound vague other than the fact that they are going to build a hotel. It is very difficult to find reliable info on the web about these projects actually. Wish at least these international firms had proper websites on their projects. Last edited by Sohan G; May 16th, 2012 at 03:56 PM.

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saraprobe Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sri Lanka 2011/ Melbourne Posts: 2,921 Likes (Received): 40	Sheraton Colombo Hotel - Opening September 1, 2013 http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sherat...html?sortType= __________________ 2011 'Visit Sri Lanka Year' www.srilankatourism.org

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May 13th, 2012, 06:58 PM	#4
sjinadasa SL Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 980 Likes (Received): 11	Thank goodness that monstrosity is finally getting finished. Also the surroundings aren't that bad now are they, with the re-done Galle Road and all.

May 13th, 2012, 09:37 PM	#5
mrpanini Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 542 Likes (Received): 70	Current state of the abandoned structure... What the original Premier Pacific Topaz building was supposed to look like...

May 16th, 2012, 03:54 PM	#6
Sohan G Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 19 Likes (Received): 0	Of course, the general surroundings are much much better than they used to be. I was only commenting on the fact that immediate surroundings of the building is crowded with other low rise structures and is rather uninspiring for a five star hotel location. Also the broader side of the building actually does not face the ocean, leaving most of the rooms with not much of a view. But of course it is a good thing that they are finally doing something, for it is the ugliest thing on the Galle road besides the unfinished Celestial building. With regards to that, there was an article on Sundaytimes (link given below) about there being an offer for it (sans much worthwhile detail as usual). Don't know how far along that deal is, if anything is going to happen that is. http://www.sundaytimes.lk/120429/Bus...imes/bt05.html

May 23rd, 2012, 07:52 AM	#10
tallbuilder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 40 Likes (Received): 0	Atleast the new elevation, though very simple and staright forward is much better than the previous monstrous looking and ugly premier pacific topaz building. I also heard that some extension might happen towards the back to Duplication road? Is Atkins also doing the other ITC Sheraton on Galle Face. Does anyone know what happend to the Sheraton proposed near the airport.

May 26th, 2012, 11:05 PM	#11
Shakeel Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 328 Likes (Received): 7	Too many proposals but nothing coming off ground. Look at the vacant pompous Shangr-la project. Nothing happening nor the so-called Hyatt. Red tape and beaureacratic pimping is preventing faster growth than anticipated. We have heard stories of international brands but nothing getting off ground except for the regular local players. All should publish and reveal their detailed projects to create an interest. Hope this wont fall on deaf ears and blind eyes.

May 27th, 2012, 06:07 PM	#12
nathannash803 nathannash803 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: colombo Posts: 38 Likes (Received): 0	I don't think there will be two Shertons, cos if u thier website theres only one mentioned the one by galle face

May 30th, 2012, 10:45 AM	#13
tallbuilder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 40 Likes (Received): 0	in fact there are going to be two Sheratons, they have different brands under the Sheraton umbrella, like Starwood etc.

May 30th, 2012, 10:47 AM	#14
tallbuilder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 40 Likes (Received): 0	what ever happened to the proposed Embassy Medical Centre at Peliyagoda by SL born American investor Traiq of Silvermere hospitals. They had a beautiful hospital designed by Perkins+Will?

June 1st, 2012, 03:28 AM	#18
mrpanini Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 542 Likes (Received): 70	The Luxury Collection is Starwoods high end hotel chain, more high end than Sheraton hence the decision to build a Luxury Collection hotel on the prime Galle Face land rather than a Sheraton......http://www.starwoodhotels.com/luxury...ollection.html

June 1st, 2012, 11:32 AM	#19
tallbuilder Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 40 Likes (Received): 0	the top image posted by mrpanini is that of a hotel in Chennai-India

June 22nd, 2012, 12:51 PM	#20
Shakeel Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 328 Likes (Received): 7	Any new updates with pictures on the ground. Not much publicity towards this project. A sleepy project from a Giant.