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Pullman Hotels has announced a new hotel for downtown Kuala Lumpur. Pullman Kuala Lumpur Bangsar, when it opens in 2011, will be the third Pullman for Malaysia, following Pullman Putrajaya and Pullman Kuching.

According to Gerard Guillouet, VP for Accor in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia: “Accor is delighted to be seeing the Pullman brand coming to the central city area of Kuala Lumpur. This large landmark hotel will further expand our multi branded foothold in Malaysia and demonstrates our commitment to operate hotels across all segments.”

Pullman Kuala Lumpur Bangsar will boast 500 guest rooms, three restaurants, two bars and extensive meeting and leisure facilities. The hotel is located close to Menara Telekom and the Mid Valley Mega Mall and ten minutes from the airport express train which links the city with Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

The hotel is being developed by Cygal Development SDN BHD.

The Pullman network recently expanded to 16 hotels in Asia Pacific with a further 24 committed to development. Additional openings in 2010 include; Pullman Bali Legian in Indonesia, Pullman Vung Tao in Vietnam, and three Pullman’s in China in Kunshan, Lijiang and Sanya.

Guillouet added: “The Pullman brand continues to enjoy accelerated expansion throughout Asia Pacific with the brand appealing to both customers and developers. With its clever use of technology to enhance the guest experience, unique service roles and infrastructure in the region to support the performance of the hotels, the Pullman brand is appealing to new customers as it expands into key locations throughout the region.”

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