WAIKIKI, Hawaii, July 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach opened its doors to a new
wave of global travelers on the majestic island of Oahu in world-renowned Waikiki. The much-anticipated residential
resort marked its official opening with a Hawaiian blessing and
ceremony that was attended by community leaders and
dignitaries.
"Our journey on this monumental and exciting project started
three years ago, and it is truly an honor to celebrate this
momentous occasion with everyone involved in transforming The
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach from a vision yesterday, to
a reality today," said Lance
Wilhelm, Managing Principal of Irongate, developer of The
Residences. "Our resort would not have been possible without the
many hands that touched this project, from the hundreds of
construction workers to the many members of our surrounding
communities, and we would like to send a very special mahalo for
their continued support and kokua."
The Ritz-Carlton Residences are the latest addition to the
Waikiki skyline, featuring the
ultimate in residential resort-style experiences with expansive
ocean views from every residence, global culinary experiences,
exceptional amenities and legendary service.
Construction of The Residences started in Summer 2013. Architect
Guerin Glass, inspired by
Hawaii's natural elements,
designed the 38-story tower using a mauka (mountain) to makai (sea)
vision that is seen in the resort's stunning exterior through
artful details and inspired craftsmanship. The exterior front
reflects the ocean, sky and wind and the exterior back reflects the
mountains and Honolulu's urban
metropolis. A three-dimensional, modern interpretation of
traditional Hawaiian kapa (bark cloth) design covers the first
three floors of the tower.
Interior design firm Jon Brent Design's understated elegance,
contemporary island-deco and modern luxury inspiration is seen
throughout the resort's common areas and 307 stylishly-appointed
studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom residential accommodations and
penthouses. All residences face the ocean, providing guests with an
unparalleled view of the Pacific, and include kitchens with premium
appliances along with in-residence washers and dryers.
"The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach brings elegance and
luxury to Kuhio Avenue, adding a level of sophistication to a part
of Waikiki undergoing significant
enhancements. It is vital that Hawaii's tourism industry is able to
offer a variety of quality lodging accommodations to match the
desires and pocketbooks of global travelers. Ritz-Carlton is a
brand name of choice for discerning travelers and will provide them
with another reason to choose Waikiki as their preferred destination.
Congratulations to the entire Ritz-Carlton team on this exciting
day," said George D. Szigeti,
President and CEO of Hawaii Tourism Authority.
Guests staying at the resort can discover a vast array of
distinctive experiences along with legendary Ritz-Carlton service.
Amenities include the highest infinity pool in Waikiki on the eighth floor with private
cabanas, and a premier fitness center designed by celebrity trainer
Harley Pasternak. The Ritz-Carlton
Spa will open in mid-September offering customized treatments that
incorporate cultures and traditions from different countries around
the world.
Adding to the enjoyment for guests is a fine selection of dining
experiences that are both creative in taste and presentation,
ensuring an adventure for the senses. BLT Market opened on
June 28 offering modern,
American-inspired cuisine from Executive Chef Johan Svensson, serving breakfast, lunch and
dinner. The menu changes daily and is influenced by the best of the
season's bounty sourced from the local purveyors and Hawaii growers that supply Honolulu's freshest farmers' markets.
Additionally, BLT Market oversees all food and beverage service for
the resort's in-residence and poolside dining. A world-class
beverage program can be found at the restaurant's bar and lounge,
featuring craft beer selections, internationally-curated and
bio-dynamic-focused wines, in addition to seasonally-changing
specialty cocktails.
In mid-September, guests can also look forward to Dean &
DeLuca, one of the world's most beloved and iconic gourmet markets
with more than 25 locations around the globe, debuting its first
Hawaii location at The
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach. The acclaimed Sushi Sho is
also opening its first location outside of Japan at the resort in mid-September, led by
Keiji Nakazawa, Tokyo's most influential sushi chef, famed for
his mastery of the techniques of the ancient Edo sushi masters.
"This is an exciting day for us as we continue to redefine the
standard for luxury hospitality in Hawaii," said Doug
Chang, General Manager of The Residences. "As manager of the
first Ritz-Carlton Residences on the island of Oahu, we will deliver a highly-sensory
respite in Waikiki for residence
owners and guests from near and abroad."
In celebration of the resort's opening, guests can enjoy a
complimentary fourth night for one-, two- and three-bedroom
bookings or complimentary fifth night for studio category bookings.
Reservations may be booked online at www.RitzCarlton.com/Waikiki or
by calling (808) 922-8222.
A two-night minimum stay is required and this residential resort
does not participate in The Ritz-Carlton Rewards or Marriott
Rewards.
About RCWB LLC
RCWB, LLC is a subsidiary of Irongate,
developer of the resort, and is the sales and marketing agent on
Irongate's behalf of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach.
With operations in California,
Colorado, Hawaii and Mexico, Irongate is a full-service real estate
development firm specializing in residential and resort communities
located in world-class destinations. The company's expertise lies
in identifying opportunities for high-profile, luxury-branded
projects that combine timeless architecture and design with
five-star service. Entrepreneurial in spirit, Irongate has chosen
to bring its unique skills and passion to its newest project in
Waikiki because it believes in the
past and promise of such an iconic destination. Through its work,
Irongate strives to contribute to the entire community by creating
one-of-a-kind projects that reflect a heightened sensitivity to
place and attract visitors and residents alike.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach are not owned,
developed, marketed or sold by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
or its affiliates ("Ritz-Carlton"). Irongate and its affiliate RCWB
LLC use The Ritz-Carlton marks under license from Ritz-Carlton,
which has not confirmed the accuracy of any of the statements or
representations made herein or in any other materials.
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