When you hear “seven-star” the first thing that comes to your mind is ranking. Well, you are not far from the truth, but in this case our attention is focused on tourism; hotels to be precise. Hotel ratings are mostly used to classify hotels according to their quality. Rating schemes vary depending on the organization involved, and many have the system that involves stars. The higher the number of stars the greater the luxury. (Wikipedia) Food service, entertainment, view, room, spa, fitness center and ease of access and location are criteria in hotel ranking/standards.
Tourism in Nigeria is undergoing a serious face lift. Nigeria is fast becoming the new frontier in the hospitality industry in Africa and nothing complements this status than the addition of a 7-star luxury hotel in the next two/three years. Yes, a seven star hotel.
Currently there are few 7-star hotels in the world. The Burj Al Arab in Dubai, which is at the top on my list of seven star hotels, was modelled after the sail of a famous Arabian ship. The hotel is an architectural masterpiece whose foundation was constructed on an artificial island and is home to the world’s tallest atrium. Also on the list of seven star hotels are House of Galleria (Italy-Mila), The Morgan Plaza (China- Beijing), The flower of the East (Kish Island Iran),The Centaurus (Islamabad –Pakistan).
The 1st Starwood 7-star Luxury Collection mixed Resort and Apartment in highbrow Ikoyi, Lagos Nigeria is already a work-in-progress. The project is promoted by a small select set of individuals including the honourable minister of culture, tourism and national orientation, Chief Edem Duke; the Chairman, Robert Dyson and Diket Ltd & SIO properties (promoters of this development), Chief Sonny Odogwu; General Manager Nigeria, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Alexander Gasseur; CEO Koray, Samil Capar; BIDC president, Bashir Ifo; President AfriExim Bank, Jean Louis Ekra; CEO Six Continents Travels and tour, Yomi Jones; Yinka Akinkugbe the MC; Ken Odogwu; Obinna Ekezie, former NBA player and CEO wakanow.com, to mention a few.
Starwood has had a presence in Nigeria for 27 years represented by three brands namely Le Meridien, Sheraton and Four Points which caters to budget, mid-market and luxury guests.”
Investors and partners gave a warm appreciation to the Governor of Lagos State Babatunde Raji Fashola and his commissioners for creating an enabling environment and erection adequate infrastructure, which enticed the developers and investors to invest over US $350 million in the project at the vicinity situated at No 31-35 Ikoyi Crescent, Ikoyi, Lagos. Tourism is a very big sector in this country; it is a huge source of foreign exchange, unlike oil that has a specific shelf life.
SIO Properties, one of the subsidiaries of Odogwu Group Africa, was incorporated in 1962 and has grown to become one of the largest property and estate development companies in Africa with several residential and commercial developments in the Africa, USA and UK in its kitty. It developed, owns and manages Grand Hotel, Resort and Convention Centre, Asaba, Nigeria. SIO Properties previously owned Radisson Plaza, Manhattan Beach, LA and No. 1, Times Square, New York.
The importance of a world Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts is to unlock the world’s most treasured destinations, with emphasis on core values and how they create rare memories. Each hotel in the luxury collection is an iconic land mark that offers the promise of the authentic and the assurance of a global brand ( Alexander Gasseur).
Other experienced consultants working on the hotel project are NAIRDA 16 foreign and 3 Nigerian based consulting including GHL Architects , Del Qs, Percept Communication ,WSP, Metex Interior designs, Besutti Associates, DPA lightings, KOA Associates, IAA Associates, EL Rifai and Associates, and host of others.
TOURISM IS NATURE’S ART; EMBRACE IT!
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This article was first published on 16th October 2012 and updated on October 24th, 2012 at 12:01 pm
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When you hear “seven-star” the first thing that comes to your mind is ranking. Well, you are not far from the truth, but in this case our attention is focused on tourism; hotels to be precise. Hotel ratings are mostly used to classify hotels according to their quality. Rating schemes vary depending on the organization involved, and many have the system that involves stars. The higher the number of stars the greater the luxury. (Wikipedia) Food service, entertainment, view, room, spa, fitness center and ease of access and location are criteria in hotel ranking/standards.
Tourism in Nigeria is undergoing a serious face lift. Nigeria is fast becoming the new frontier in the hospitality industry in Africa and nothing complements this status than the addition of a 7-star luxury hotel in the next two/three years. Yes, a seven star hotel.
Currently there are few 7-star hotels in the world. The Burj Al Arab in Dubai, which is at the top on my list of seven star hotels, was modelled after the sail of a famous Arabian ship. The hotel is an architectural masterpiece whose foundation was constructed on an artificial island and is home to the world’s tallest atrium. Also on the list of seven star hotels are House of Galleria (Italy-Mila), The Morgan Plaza (China- Beijing), The flower of the East (Kish Island Iran),The Centaurus (Islamabad –Pakistan).
The 1st Starwood 7-star Luxury Collection mixed Resort and Apartment in highbrow Ikoyi, Lagos Nigeria is already a work-in-progress. The project is promoted by a small select set of individuals including the honourable minister of culture, tourism and national orientation, Chief Edem Duke; the Chairman, Robert Dyson and Diket Ltd & SIO properties (promoters of this development), Chief Sonny Odogwu; General Manager Nigeria, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Alexander Gasseur; CEO Koray, Samil Capar; BIDC president, Bashir Ifo; President AfriExim Bank, Jean Louis Ekra; CEO Six Continents Travels and tour, Yomi Jones; Yinka Akinkugbe the MC; Ken Odogwu; Obinna Ekezie, former NBA player and CEO wakanow.com, to mention a few.
Starwood has had a presence in Nigeria for 27 years represented by three brands namely Le Meridien, Sheraton and Four Points which caters to budget, mid-market and luxury guests.”
Investors and partners gave a warm appreciation to the Governor of Lagos State Babatunde Raji Fashola and his commissioners for creating an enabling environment and erection adequate infrastructure, which enticed the developers and investors to invest over US $350 million in the project at the vicinity situated at No 31-35 Ikoyi Crescent, Ikoyi, Lagos. Tourism is a very big sector in this country; it is a huge source of foreign exchange, unlike oil that has a specific shelf life.
SIO Properties, one of the subsidiaries of Odogwu Group Africa, was incorporated in 1962 and has grown to become one of the largest property and estate development companies in Africa with several residential and commercial developments in the Africa, USA and UK in its kitty. It developed, owns and manages Grand Hotel, Resort and Convention Centre, Asaba, Nigeria. SIO Properties previously owned Radisson Plaza, Manhattan Beach, LA and No. 1, Times Square, New York.
The importance of a world Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts is to unlock the world’s most treasured destinations, with emphasis on core values and how they create rare memories. Each hotel in the luxury collection is an iconic land mark that offers the promise of the authentic and the assurance of a global brand ( Alexander Gasseur).
Other experienced consultants working on the hotel project are NAIRDA 16 foreign and 3 Nigerian based consulting including GHL Architects , Del Qs, Percept Communication ,WSP, Metex Interior designs, Besutti Associates, DPA lightings, KOA Associates, IAA Associates, EL Rifai and Associates, and host of others.
TOURISM IS NATURE’S ART; EMBRACE IT!
