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If you’ve ever been down the Cotai Strip in Macau, you’ll know it’s hard for any one building or hotel to really stand out among the overpowering glitz. Everywhere you turn there are towering structures, replicas of global landmarks, flashing lights, ultra-modern buildings twisted into gleaming metallic shapes, musical fountains, and much more. Within this sea of maximalism, the brand-new Capella might not look as flashy at first glance, but it’s definitely a prominent addition to Macau’s hospitality scene for those in the know.
Named the World’s Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards for three years in a row, Capella Hotels and Resorts is finally on Hong Kong’s doorstep, having opened as the ninth hotel within Galaxy Macau’s massive integrated resort complex. Even amongst its lush neighbours such as The Ritz-Carlton, Andaz, Raffles, and Banyan Tree, Capella takes premium hotel experiences to a new level. There are only 95 keys so expect an intimate and exclusive stay – but most importantly, Capella at Galaxy Macau only offers suites and penthouses.
Parisian design studio Moinard Bétaille crafted the property with jungle-inspired motifs, accented by artisanal details and homeware from Hong Kong luxury brand LaLa Curio. From the storks and tortoises posed in serene pools at the entrance and a three-metre moving LED artwork of nature and animals at the lobby, to soft wooden curves along the corridors and intricate jungle-themed wallpaper in the rooms, everything is evocative of the great wilderness.
This Capella also boasts the largest hotel rooms in southern China. Two- and four-bedroom penthouses offer sun rooms, outdoor terraces, and glass-walled outdoor private infinity pools. (The four-bedroom penthouses, spanning close to 7,530 square feet, even come with a soundproofed movie and karaoke room, and its own gym complete with an OSIM massage chair.) There’s no need for the property itself to have a large pool on a communal deck because each suite comes with its own private pool anyway. Even the smallest one- and two-bedroom suites start at around 1,380 square feet and feature indoor relaxation jacuzzi pools, sunbeds, and Amazonite marble bathrooms.
As for dining options, Botanica serves international comfort food with Asian influences among tropical interiors and indoor water pools. Looking ahead, chef Vicky Cheng will open an independent fine-dining destination this year, focusing on French cuisine. Whisky lovers will be glad to step into the moody interior of Capella’s bar Pony & Plume, which is home to more than 650 whiskies, showcased atop a stunning glowing pyramid. A custom cabinet nearby also displays rare unicorn whiskies, where you’ll find elusive bottles and final pours of vintage casks – a collection rarely seen elsewhere in Asia. Mixologist Billy Choi, from Hong Kong’s own Quinary and DarkSide, has also created a cocktail program of whisky-forward sips for those who don’t quite like to savour from snifters.
Though small in size compared to its nearby hotel megaplexes, Capella at Galaxy Macau offers a level of luxurious intimacy that ensures guests won’t even feel the need to venture out into the rest of the casino and hotel strip. It is a heavenly slice of jungle oasis unto itself, offering a slice of calm and sophistication in the middle of Macau’s busiest bustle.
Find out more about the newest Capella property on their website.
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