GHM Hotels Press Kit Miguel Guedes de Sousa

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GHM – The Brand & The Portfolio
Established in 1992, GHM (General Hotel Management Ltd.) is known for conceptualising,
developing and operating an exclusive group of hotels and resorts. With an expansive portfolio
and more projects in the pipeline, GHM prides itself in providing guests with an unrivalled lifestyle
experience.
Each GHM property is an original. The special relationship between the land and the local culture
amongst which each resides enables GHM to provide guests with a genuine, close-up experience
of the best each destination has to offer.
The signature GHM style is best defined as contemporary interpretations of Asian designs
combined with distinctive local touches to create inspired, memorable spaces.
The Legian Bali, Indonesia
The Legian, an all-suite hotel, sets a new standard for resort living with its contemporary approach
to traditional Indonesian design. Set in landscaped tropical gardens, The Legian features 68 suites
that are among the most spacious in Bali, all designed to exude the feel of high-end private
residences. Among them is The Beach House. Indonesian sculptures and indigenous art abound
throughout the resort’s public and private spaces.
The Legian offers a quiet haven along a sandy stretch of Seminyak Beach. It is a mere 25-minute
drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport and is situated on Bali’s southern coast, within
walking distance of Bali’s trendiest shopping and nightlife areas. The Legian raises the bar on
luxury amidst the serenity of the island’s natural beauty.
The Club at The Legian Bali, Indonesia
The Club at The Legian brings a new level of style and exclusivity to one of the most popular
destinations on this ‘Island of the Gods’.
Set in a quiet enclave opposite the main hotel property – The Legian – each of The Club’s 11
luxury villas (10 One-Bedroom Villa and a Three-Bedroom Villa) features a private pool set amidst
a teak-floored veranda accented by water features and manicured greens. With each completely
enclosed to create the sense of a private compound, the villas offer the ultimate secluded retreat in
the heart of trendy Seminyak.
In addition to 24-hour butler service and access to a private lounge and swimming pool reserved
exclusively for their use, guests of The Club have full access to The Legian’s services and
facilities.

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The Nam Hai Hoi An, Vietnam
The Nam Hai is situated on a prime stretch of the stunningly picturesque Ha My Beach near the
historic town of Hoi An. The resort features 60 One-Bedroom Villas and 40 Pool Villas (ranging
from one- to five-bedrooms), with each Pool Villa having its own landscaped garden and boasting
unobstructed views across the South China Sea and nearby Cham Islands.
Located 30 kilometres south of Danang and 11 kilometres north of the charming old town of Hoi
An in the Central Coast, The Nam Hai combines spectacular beachfront living with renowned
cultural historical attractions that reflect the true spirit of Indochina.
The understated charm of Vietnamese architecture, discernible by split-levels and raised platforms
which serve different functions throughout the day, adds a distinctive touch to the resort’s setting,
the design of which pays homage to 2,500 years of Vietnamese history with its contemporary
interpretation of Vietnamese traditions.
The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Spread over five hectares of elegantly landscaped gardens and undulating rice fields, The Chedi
Club at Tanah Gajah features 20 standalone villas and suites designed in a traditional Balinese
style of architecture combined with a contemporary flair. The once-private estate is located mere
minutes from the centre of Ubud.
The property was conceptualised in the early 1980s by prominent Indonesian architect and interior
designer, Hendra Hadiprana as a secluded hideaway and weekend retreat for his family and
friends. Each of the resorts villas and suites feature artwork from Mr. Hadiprana’s private collection
– an art connoisseur’s delight.
In addition to 24-hour butler service, the resort’s facilities include a large swimming pool, tennis
court and private open-air amphitheatre in which famous Balinese dance performances are held.
The Chedi Club Tanah Gajah’s location in the highlands – the ‘cultural heart’ of Bali – makes it the
perfect complement to its sister properties The Legian and The Club at The Legian in trendy
Seminyak, and The Chedi Sakala in Tanjung Benoa.
The Chedi Muscat, Oman
Located 20 minutes north of Muscat and a mere 15-minute drive from Muscat International Airport,
The Chedi is an exclusive beach resort situated on the Boushar beachfront, where the shimmering
waters of The Gulf mirror the glorious Hajar mountain ranges in the backdrop.
Designed in the style of traditional Omani architecture combined with an Asian zen, the property’s
158 rooms and suites as well as its public spaces exude an ageless charm. The Chedi Muscat’s
facilities encompass a 103-metre swimming pool – the longest outdoor pool in the Sultanate of
Oman –, a 350-metre long private beach, a luxury spa complete with 13 treatment rooms and
three swimming pools, one of which is reserved exclusively for adult guests.

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The Chedi Sakala, Bali, Indonesia
The Chedi Sakala, a new development with 247 hotel rooms and 14 exclusive villas, is located
in the Tanjung Benoa district off Nusa Dua. Boasting ample meeting facilities, spacious rooms
and complete with a range of food and beverage offerings, The Chedi Sakala is GHM’s largest
property to date. The 116-metre main swimming pool is a distinct feature while a more
intimately sized pool by the beach caters to guests dining at the Sakala Restaurant and the
tapas bar.
The Chedi Andermatt, Switzerland
Located in the town of Andermatt – a crossroads between southern, northern and eastern
Switzerland – The Chedi provides the ultimate year-round holiday destination with stunning
natural scenery and an abundance of outdoor recreational pursuits.
Designed by Denniston International, the resort comprises 104 spacious guest rooms and
suites. Jean-Michel Gathy from Denniston International designed the property, combining alpine
chic with Asian features, apparent in the hotel’s 104 guest rooms and suites. Dining options
include Western and Asian cuisine at The Restaurant, The Japanese, The Wine & Cigar Library,
The Lobby, The Courtyard, The Pool and The Bar and Living Room. The 2,400-square-metre
Spa uses exclusive natural products from ila, REN and Alpienne and includes a state-of-the-art
health club with a yoga studio, overlooking the stunning outdoor alpine landscape.
For more information, please visit www.GHMhotels.com or contact:
GHM Public Relations
General Hotel Management Ltd
1 Orchard Spring Lane
#04-02 Tourism Court
Singapore 247729
T (65) 6223 3755
F (65) 6221 1535
pr@ghmhotels.com

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GHM – Future Developments
The Chedi Club Jimbaran, Bali, Indonesia – 2014
The Chedi Club Jimbaran is a private estate nestled amidst 22,000 square metres of
tranquil grounds in the southern region of Bali. Encompassing 34 butler-serviced pool
villas, each is equipped with in-room dining service, a full kitchen, a Balinese pavilion for al
fresco meals and barbecues. The resort’s spaces are the creation of Robert Nation,
principal of Nation Architects, and Jaya Ibrahim, one of Indonesia’s foremost interior
designers.
Guests can look forward to all-day dining at The Restaurant, or choose from in-villa dining
and enjoying a bite by the 25-metre long U-shaped pool. The resort also features a spa
and health club to cater to guests’ wellness needs as they find rejuvenation in this
secluded oasis.
The Aayu Mumbai, India – 2015
The Aayu Mumbai is a 42-suite luxury hotel by celebrated designer Jaya Ibrahim, and
home to India’s first restaurants by the world’s most decorated chef Joël Robuchon, and
culinary superstar Hide Yamamoto. The Aayu Mumbai will be located on the top five floors
of Kohinoor Square’s Central Tower, the city’s tallest commercial building, in the Dadar
area.
Al Bait Sharjah, UAE – 2015
Al Bait Sharjah is a development aimed at protecting and restoring the emirate's historic
fabric. Spread over 10,000 square metres, the hotel will feature 54 guest rooms,
restaurants and a spa and wellness facility, some of which are incorporated into five
decades-old heritage buildings. Unique design elements such as converting an old home
into a library and museum, and weaving the Souq Al Arsa, a traditional open-air
marketplace, into the property as a pedestrian thoroughfare, will bring the destination's
charm to life and enhance the guest experience. Al Bait Sharjah is designed by UK-based
architectural firm GAJ, the same architects for The Chedi Khorfakkan in Sharjah.
The Chedi Tomakomai, Hokkaido, Japan – 2016
The Chedi Tomakomai will be GHM’s first property in Japan. Set within 1,057 hectares of
lush forest on the island of Hokkaido, this development with a 60-room luxury hotel and
40 private villas will be designed by iconic Japanese architect and 1995 Pritzker Prize
winner Tadao Ando. Hokkaido’s natural assets will be reflected in The Chedi’s open-air
hot springs, 30-table gourmet restaurant and health facilities, and the development will
stand as an environment-friendly design on 47 hectares of land, preserving 96% of the
surrounding forest.
Guests can look forward to spacious hotel rooms with built-in fireplaces and cliff-facing
views, a spa and health club, indoor and outdoor pools, library, lounge and wine cellars.
The Chedi Tomakomai will be only minutes from the new Chitose International Airport,
Tomakomai Port, and 16 premier golf courses.

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The Chedi Dhapparu, Maldives – 2016
The Chedi Dhapparu, located on a 55-hectare, crescent-shaped atoll in the Maldives, will
include 90 hotel-managed viilas and 40 hotel suites. All 130 units offer direct beach
access and unrestricted views of either a coral-reef lagoon or the open ocean. The
generous villas, ranging from one to four bedrooms, cover up to 565 square metres while
half of the 90-square metre suites will have private pools for added luxury. Spa and
wellness facilities are complemented by a beach club with a dive centre and bar. Dining
takes on a lavish touch with choices of cuisine from the Maldives, India, Sri Lanka and
Japan.
The Chedi Tamouda Bay, Morocco – 2016
Located in northeastern Morocco, North Africa, The Chedi Tamouda Bay is being
designed as a beach resort featuring 107 guest rooms, suites and villas. Just an hour’s
drive from the international airport of Tangier, the resort will be spread across 11 hectares
and will feature three restaurants, a selection of bars, meeting facilities and 350 metres of
direct beach access to the Mediterranean Sea, complemented by a variety of recreational
activities.
The Chedi Khorfakkan, Sharjah, UAE – 2016
The Chedi Khorfakkan is a 170-suite resort situated on a mountain beside a private cove
on Sharjah’s east coast, overlooking the Indian Ocean. Covering an expanse of 130,000
square metres, The Chedi Khorfakkan will comprise The Fort, The Hilltown and the Town
Square. The Fort is the primary access to the hotel and will house the main reception,
restaurants, spa and health club and business facilities. The Hilltown will offer all-suite
accommodation including four royal suites, 10 presidential suites, 26 executive suites and
130 standard suites with unspoilt ocean views. The Town Square, the hub of activity in the
centre of The Hilltown, will feature a variety of cafes by the picturesque beachfront.
The Serai Zhudong, Hsinchu, Taiwan – 2016
The 200-room hotel and suites in The Serai Zhudong will form the entry-level rooms to the
500,000-square metre Eutopia development in Hsinchu County. Located nearest to the
central plaza where the commercial and cultural attractions will be housed, its proximity
allows guests the convenience of being in the heart of the activities amidst a forested
retreat.
The Chedi Zhudong, Hsinchu, Taiwan – 2017
The Chedi Zhudong will feature 92 exclusive suites, each with a view of the nearby Wuzhi
Mountain. An interactive dining concept will be incorporated into the hotel’s food and
beverage offering while amenities such as spa and health club facilities, and a 50-metre
infinity pool add a touch of luxury to this development.

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The Chedi Club Zhudong, Hsinchu, Taiwan – 2018
Perched at the summit of the Eutopia development is the exquisite Chedi Club Zhudong.
Guests staying at any of the 25 spacious villas will be accorded a unique view of the
Wuzhi Mountain while enjoying the region’s crisp mountain air. From its vantage point, the
unique sense of privacy is complemented by an unparallelled level of service from your
personal butler.
For more information, please visit www.GHMhotels.com or contact:
GHM Public Relations
General Hotel Management Ltd
1 Orchard Spring Lane
#04-02 Tourism Court
Singapore 247729
T (65) 6223 3755
F (65) 6221 1535
pr@ghmhotels.com

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GHM – Joint Venture Partnerships
Ahn Luh (Beijing) Hotel Management Co. Ltd
Ahn Luh is an urban resort brand that epitomises a contemporary China meaningfully
influenced by a long history of cultural traditions. The properties are designed to become
new hideaways for the discerning traveller. Combining the essence of Old World Chinese
hospitality in today’s context of contemporary elegance, Ahn Luh reflects – in service,
architectural design and interior décor – how tradition and modernity can intertwine to
present an original, urban resort concept.
The team behind the Ahn Luh brand is backed by strong industry players with a wealth of
experience in the hospitality industry. They include Duan Qiang, the co-founder and
chairman of Beijing Tourism Group (BTG), Adrian Zecha, the visionary behind Amanresorts,
along with Hans R. Jenni, President and Director of GHM and Duan Wei Hong, the founder
of Great Ocean Group.
The Ahn Luh resorts in the development pipeline include:
- Ahn Luh Lanting in Shaoxing (2014)
- Ahn Luh Zhujiajiao in Shanghai (2015)
- Ahn Luh Dujiangyan in Chengdu (2016)
- Ahn Luh Xunliao Bay in Shenzhen (2016)
There are also plans to develop Ahn Luh resorts in Beijing and Tibet.
Esencia Resorts Limited
GHM has partnered with British company, Escencia Group, and will be working closely
with the Esencia team to develop GHM hotels within Cuba.
Esencia Group is known for developing integrated golf resorts and boutique hotels in
areas of natural beauty, while GHM’s strength is in creating highly regarded luxury resorts
in new destinations with careful regard for the local community and the environment. This
partnership marks GHM’s entry to the breathtaking island of Cuba and its goal to create a
resort that marries the distinct local flavour with the quality and ambience which GHM
hotels are known for.
The pioneer property being developed under this joint venture is The Chedi Club
Carbonera, Cuba. When completed, it will be a one-of-a-kind residential golf resort in
Cuba boasting a PGA/Tony Jacklin-designed 18-hole golf course, complete with a golf
academy run by Tony Jacklin. A superb seafront location on this 170-hectare site will
feature the GHM-managed Chedi Club Carbonera hotel, along with attractive residential
villas and apartments for those who would like to own a slice of the Caribbean paradise.

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GHM – The Spa
At GHM hotels and resorts, The Spa is dedicated to the restoration of strength and beauty
achieved through a balance of body, mind and spirit. Following the healing traditions of the
East, The Spa’s choice of products, treatments and applications adhere to the holistic
approach that beauty truly is more than skin deep.
GHM’s Asian-inspired spa philosophy originates from the healing traditions of exotic Bali,
spiritual India and the sacred land of Tibet to create authentic, cultural experiences within
the context of health and wellness.
Each spa features a selection of beauty and body treatments that include invigorating
scrubs, purifying masques, aromatic baths and therapeutic massages all designed to
stimulate the senses, rejuvenate the mind and soothe body and soul. The range of custom-
created, botanical-based spa products used incorporate ingredients indigenous to each
hotel and resort’s location.
Brenda Ramen | Director of Spas
Responsible for developing GHM’s spa concept, Brenda Ramen has been involved in the
spa industry for over twenty years and is experienced in aromatherapy, Ayurveda and
various other styles of therapeutic bodywork. The foundation of her success in the wellness
industry stems from her experience as a seasoned practitioner combined with her extensive
knowledge of spa operations and executive level management.
Over the years, Brenda has also established a deep understanding of the physiological
affects of products’ chemistry on the human body – knowledge that she applies in her
meticulous selection of products for GHM spas.
GHM’s signature collection of spa rituals were inspired by Brenda’s travels throughout Asia.
For more information, please visit www.GHMhotels.com or contact:
GHM Public Relations
General Hotel Management Ltd
1 Orchard Spring Lane
#04-02 Tourism Court
Singapore 247729
T (65) 6223 3755
F (65) 6221 1535
pr@ghmhotels.com

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Adrian Zecha – Director and Non-Executive Chairman
Adrian Zecha is one of the world’s leading creators and operators of award-winning, luxury
hotels and resorts. As the founder of world famous Amanresorts, the Director and Non-
Executive Chairman of GHM is renowned for developing distinctive properties that redefine
the destinations in which they are set.
Mr Zecha was one of the three founding partners of Regent International Hotels Limited
(RIH), where he was responsible for the development and financing of RIH’s hotel projects
and the company’s rapid growth into one of the world’s leading operator/owners of luxury
hotels. Mr Zecha was also a founding shareholder and non-executive director of Rafael
Hotels Limited. This joint-venture company with Georg Rafael was subsequently sold to
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.
In 1988, Zecha established Amanpuri, the first Amanresort and in so doing, reinvented the
luxury vacation experience. His visionary philosophy was to create elegant, boutique
accommodations with a minimalist and environmentally sensitive approach, combining
intimacy and style with unparalleled service. This formula has since been replicated at
Amanresorts worldwide to great acclaim.
This same approach has been applied to his involvement with GHM since its inception in
1992, and has helped define some of the most unique hotels and resorts in the world.
For more information, please visit www.GHMhotels.com or contact:
GHM Public Relations
General Hotel Management Ltd
1 Orchard Spring Lane
#04-02 Tourism Court
Singapore 247729
T (65) 6223 3755
F (65) 6221 1535
pr@ghmhotels.com

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Hans R. Jenni – Director and President
Hans R. Jenni founded GHM in 1992 together with legendary hotelier Adrian Zecha. Since
then, he has guided all aspects of the company and is responsible for the development of
some of the world’s most stylish and distinctive hotels and resorts.
He has succeeded in establishing for GHM an unrivalled reputation for conceptualising,
developing and operating truly original luxury properties, including The Chedi Muscat in
Oman and The Nam Hai in Vietnam.
A Swiss national, Jenni began his career in hospitality in 1966 and is a graduate of the
prestigious École Hôtelière Lausanne in Switzerland. His extensive experience in hotel
management stems from an impressive history with various leading hotel brands, including
Peninsula Hotels, Shangri-La International and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Prior to
establishing GHM, he was President of Swiss-Belhotel Management Ltd.
Jenni is intimately involved in every element of GHM, including initiating new projects and
working with a team of world famous architects and interior designers to create the unique
‘style to remember’ for which GHM is known – a style best defined as contemporary
interpretations of Asian designs combined with distinctive local touches to create inspired,
memorable spaces.
For more information, please visit www.GHMhotels.com or contact:
GHM Public Relations
General Hotel Management Ltd
1 Orchard Spring Lane
#04-02 Tourism Court
Singapore 247729
T (65) 6223 3755
F (65) 6221 1535
pr@ghmhotels.com