Accor’s upscale Pullman brand adds another prestigious hotel to the country’s administrative capital – Putrajaya, with the opening of Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside in November 2008.As a prestigious name in hospitality, the Pullman name derives from the opulent Pullman railway carriages that changed the face of overnight railway travel in America – and later in the UK and Europe from the 1860s. Pullman, specifically designed for business travelers, is also Accor’s premier business meeting brand. Pullman prides itself on providing the very best in Meetings, Incentives, Conference and Events (MICE). Typically located in the heart of large regional and international cities and close to major airports, Pullman hotels will provide creative services and excellent meeting facilities that distinguish the hotels from other brands in the market.

The brand’s main ambition is to provide an offer that creates a balance between convivial hospitality, tranquility and connectivity for men and women traveling on business and whose expectations are not entirely met by the market’s current offers.

Located at the shores of the Putrajaya Lake, the stunning Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside’s magnificent architecture, ethnic yet stylish and thoughtful innovation, is the perfect blend of state-of-the-art business hotel and tranquil resort getaway. Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside is adjacent to Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) and Putrajaya Maritime Centre that host various world-class events. The hotel is only 20 minutes drive by car via the Kuala Lumpur – Putrajaya Expressway. KLIA International Airport is a mere 15 minutes drive from the hotel. Served by a network of highways, the hotel is highly accessible from all parts of the country.

Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside was meticulously crafted to depict architecture and ambiences that are distinctively ethnic Malay, Chinese, Indian, and of the Borneo continent to give hotel guests the unique experience of Malaysia’s colourful heritage and an amalgamated culture. The hotel is indeed the first ‘Malaysian Icon Hotel’.

Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside has 283 well-designed rooms, suites and serviced residences, 5 food and beverage outlets namely B’s, The Village, China Bar & Lounge, Bar On Third and The Deli @ Pullman. Each creates an innovative dining experience catering to the tastes of hotel guests and local residents.

An oasis for business travellers, Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside seeks to exceed the expectations of hotel guests in comforts, commitments, connectivity and cohesion, with seamless technology and highly sophisticated business and ballroom facilities, which make every event be it meetings, seminars or banquets, a success. The 9-metre high ceiling ballroom has the versatility to house large incentive functions and wedding receptions of up to 1,000 guests or small private parties. There are 21 fully equipped meeting rooms and board rooms plus a 250-seater lakefront, open-air amphitheatre, all of which are supported by impeccable service.

Leisure facilities include a spacious and state-of-the-art fitness centre, one of the country’s largest signature spa with 6 treatment rooms and 11 spa suites, kid’s club, games room, swimming pool, kid’s pool and team building facilities. Or guests can enjoy various water sports activities or leisurely cruise at the Putrajaya Lake.

Room bookings can be made via www.accorhotels.com/asia or directly to the hotel at 03.8888 0001, fax: 03.8888 0002 or e-mail: sales@pullmanputrajaya.com