The end of 2009 will see the end of an era for Kuala Lumpur�s historical hotel Carcosa Seri Negara when it closes its doors for a renovation and redevelopment program.

Originally built in 1904 as the official residence of the highest British representative to the Malay States, Carcosa Seri Negara is a hallmark of Malaysia�s national heritage. Restored to its former glory, it reopened as a hotel in August 2004 and has since won an enviable list of prestigious awards.

Set amid 16 hectares of lush landscaping, the hotel is located atop a hill overlooking the city�s famous Lake Gardens just 15 minutes from downtown Kuala Lumpur and offers all suite accommodation and a selection of award winning restaurants. The hotel currently features 13 elegant Victorian-styled suites overlooking the landscaped gardens with the larger suites boasting sizeable terraces and private dining rooms.

Throughout the hotel, rich and luxurious interiors are furnishings of teak, marble, gold and silk whilst antique paintings, hand-woven carpets and Malaysian artifacts complement the nostalgic ambience of the property.

Until December 26, 2009, Carcosa Seri Negara is offering visitors to Kuala Lumpur one last chance to stay in this prestigious boutique hotel before the curtain falls. Valid until the end of the year are the Internet Package starting from MYR 900++ (approx USD260++) a night for a Junior Suite, the Honeymoon Package (3 days / 2 nights) starting at MYR 2,450++ (approx USD700++) for two nights and exclusive benefits in a Junior Suite and the Gourmet Package (3 days / 2 nights) starting at MYR 2,850++ (approx USD820++) for two nights accommodation including dining options in a Junior Suite.

Located in the Carcosa Mansion, The Dining Room serves French cuisine in a majestic dining room overlooking the veranda and gardens beyond. Also in the Carcosa Mansion is The Bar featuring cane chairs, ceiling fans and cigar humidors to contribute to its colonial charm for evening drinks and cocktails.

More information on Carcosa Seri Negara or to book a package, please visit the GHM website: www.ghmhotels.com

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About GHM

Established in 1992, GHM (General Hotels Management) is a market leader in conceptualizing, developing and operating an exclusive group of hotels and resorts worldwide. With its expansive portfolio and several more in the pipeline, GHM prides itself on providing guests with a distinctive lifestyle experience that is unrivalled.

Each GHM resort and hotel is one of a kind, possessing distinctive concepts and design elements. The signature GHM style is best defined through �Asian-inspired designs with delicate details�.

GHM�s portfolio of properties includes The Setai (Miami Beach), The Datai (Langkawi, Malaysia), The Legian & The Club at The Legian (Bali), The Nam Hai (Vietnam), The Strand (Myanmar), Carcosa Seri Negara (Kuala Lumpur), The Saujana & The Club at The Saujana (Kuala Lumpur), The Andaman (Langkawi, Malaysia), The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah � Ubud (Bali), The Chedi � Muscat (Oman) and The Chedi - Chiang Mai (Thailand).

GHM properties currently under development include. The Yamu (Phuket, Thailand), The Nizuc (Mexico), The Malkai, Barka (Oman), The Artai (Dubai), The Chedi, Kilada Hills (Greece), The Chedi, Thracian Cliffs (Bulgaria) The Chedi, Andermatt (Switzerland), The Chedi, Taiping Lake (China) and The Serai Club (Bali, Indonesia).

The Company also provides a full range of hotel management services.

For more information please visit www.ghmhotels.com

For more information, please contact:

Luci Pickett or Carol Kong Grebstad Hicks Communications Ltd Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2810 0532 Fax: (852) 2525 7972 Email: luci.pickett@ghcasia.com / carol.kong@ghcasia.com