HKR International Limited (HKRI) has released further details of its much-anticipated Discovery Bay resort. Named ‘Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong’,the premium property is set to open in late 2012.

Comprising 325 sea-facing rooms and suites, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong promises first-class facilities and a resort-style environment. Destined to be a new landmark on Lantau Island, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kongoffers visitors an idyllic alternative with its surrounding tree-lined mountains, pristine beaches and unspoiled nature.

From the Urban Jungle to a Tropical Oasis in 30 minutes
Located midway between Hong Kong International Airport and the bustling Central district, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong guests can be at either destination within 30 minutes. While the high-speed ferry transports visitors to Central, regular shuttle buses will transfer guests to the airport and to the neighboring shopping complex in Tung Chung and Sunny Bay MTR stations.

Offering the best of both worlds, guests experience the vibrant pace of a cosmopolitan city and the natural beauty of a tropical spa retreat.

Delicious Dining Experiences
Designed to attract Hong Kong residents as well as international business and leisure travellers, Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong will feature an all-day dining restaurant boasting panoramic views of the South China Sea. Adjacent to the restaurant, an outdoor terrace offers cooling sea breezes, fresh cocktails and light refreshments.

Superb MICE & Function Venues
Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong comprises 1,300 sq. metres of space for private events and corporate meetings. For large-scale gatherings, the 700 sq. metres pillar-free Ballroom proves an ideal venue while smaller breakout rooms and function areas can be adapted to cater for family gatherings, industry conferences and smaller groups.

As a MICE destination, the nearby outdoor activities and green attractions, such as the 27-hole golf course, hiking trails, The Big Buddha, Ngong Ping 360 cable car and the world-renowned theme park, make Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong the choice for corporate retreats and team-building exercises.

Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong’s exceptional facilities include a picture-perfect seaside chapel. The first of its kind in Hong Kong, the seaside chapel will captivate couples and wedding planners with its romantic charm, elegant design and idyllic waterfront setting.

Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong will also welcome the award-winning Spa Botanica, one of the leading spa brands in Asia. Offering a range of pampering treatments delivered by professional therapists, the spa comprises 9 private spa rooms with unrivalled sea views.

Discovery Bay: Part of Hong Kong but Worlds Apart
Visitors can explore the varied facilities, unique activities and dining options within Discovery Bay. Guests can set sail on The Bounty, Hong Kong’s only European Tall Ship, an ideal venue for private parties or corporate events. At ‘D Deck’, Discovery Bay’s alfresco dining hub, they can indulge in a variety of international cuisines while enjoying the seaside views.

Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kongwill offer global travellers and Hong Kong residents the opportunity to discover another side to Asia’s World City. The resort plans to host a variety of innovative programs that will encourage guests to reconnect with family and friends, explore the surrounding nature and escape Hong Kong’s hectic lifestyle.

About HKR International Limited
HKR International Limited has been listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 1989 and is currently a constituent of the Hang Seng Composite Index Series (Stock Code: 00480). The Company has diversified interests in real estate development and investment, property management, luxury hotels and serviced apartments, property related manufacturing, healthcare services and other investments in Hong Kong, Mainland China and across Asia.