Lek Hang Group opens Hotel Central in Macao, revitalizing a historic landmark to boost cultural heritage and attract tourists.
TSNN – Macao – The Lek Hang Group announced the grand opening of its flagship property, Hotel Central, an iconic symbol of Macao’s cultural heritage and a historic landmark located on the Macao Peninsula.
The opening ceremony on 22 July was officiated by several distinguished guests, including Ho Hau Wah, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference; Kou Hoi In, President of the Legislative Assembly of Macao; Bai Bing, Director of the Department of Publicity and Culture of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in Macao SAR; Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of MGTO, representing the Secretary for Economy and Finance of the Macao Government; Leong Wai Man, Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau, representing the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao Government; Zhong Yi Seabra de Mascarenhas, Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Macao Foundation; José Maria da Fonseca Tavares, Chairman of the Administration Committee on Municipal Affairs of Macao; Chan Tze Wai, Deputy Director of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau; U U Sang, Director of IPIM; Zhu Qiangbiao, Vice President of the Bank of China Macao Branch; Sio Chong Meng , Founder and Chairman of Lek Hang Group, accompanied by his wife; and renowned Hong Kong actor Simon Yam. Following the ceremony, Chairman Sio personally led the distinguished guests on a tour, showcasing the revitalization achievements of Hotel Central.
In his opening ceremony address, Chairman Sio Chong Meng stated, “In recent years, the Macao government has been keenly focused on the preservation and revitalization of the historic city center, encouraging major leisure and entertainment enterprises to invest extensively in rejuvenating various districts. The hope is that the Hotel Central, with its rich historical roots and prime central location, will serve as a bridge connecting the various revitalized areas, fostering interaction and synergy among them. It is believed that with the attention and participation of the entire society, the old city area will soon witness a vibrant transformation, ushering in a new era of prosperity and cultural vitality.”
Sio Chong Meng highlighted that the Hotel Central features a range of facilities open to the public free of charge, aimed at attracting visitors to the historic district and enhancing its allure. These offerings are intended to showcase Macao’s profound history to tourists, thereby contributing significantly to polishing Macao’s image as an international metropolis and reinforcing its status as a ‘golden business card’.
The newly renovated Hotel Central features 114 rooms, with each pair of floors from the fifth to the tenth dedicated to a unique historical theme, offering a total of three themes and six room types. The hotel includes public spaces such as the “Historical Cultural Corridor,” the “Historical Sightseeing Promenade,” and the Palace Restaurant. Additionally, it offers guided tours led by professional docents, inviting guests to explore this historic building from 1928 and experience its rich history and culture firsthand, marking the beginning of a Macao cultural exploration journey.
