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MALAYSIA eastern & Oriental Hotel Established in 1885, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel is a hotel of old colonial charm that maintains strong historical links. It quickly became the centre of social life in Penang and was the venue for major functions including the annual St. George's Day Ball. Visiting musicians and cabaret acts also found their way there; famous guests who enjoyed its hospitality included Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, Noel Coward, Rudyard Kipling, Somerset Maugham and Hermann Hesse. The hotel is only 20 kilometres from Penang International Airport and located conveniently near food havens, shopping and entertainment of Georgetown. An exclusive 100 all-suite hotel, each suite is magnificently furnished, and extravagantly spacious with either city or sea views. Each suite comes with modern day amenities and every guest receives individual attention. The hotel's round-the-clock impeccable butler service guarantees that guests' personal needs and comfort are a constant focus from the moment they arrive. Personalised attentive service standards with old world charm are the hallmark of the Eastern & Oriental Hotel. Set amidst lush tropical greenery in a beautifully manicured garden is the hotel's swimming pool. Facing the sea, it is the focal point for guests seeking to unwind or to energise. While embodying the opulence of a grander age, it offers all necessary modern facilities to ensure the success of any event. Savour the old world grandeur with the 400-seat Grand Ballroom with a full stage, royal boxes and a gallery. Smaller function suites accommodate groups of 20 to 150 people. In every function room and suite, the latest and best technology gives guests instant access to the wireless world. A tantalising medley of flavours and aromas tempts guests to sample the hotel's restaurants, cafes and bar, each with its unique aura. 1885, offers a contemporary style of cuisine, and an artful ability to match wine with fine food. Sarkies Corner is a colonial indoor and outdoor coffee shop offering a mix of local and international cuisines, both à la carte and grand buffet style. Farquhar's Bar, serves great pub fare, while the Bakery specialises in breads, pies, pastries and great coffee. The Deck is perfect for evening refreshments and fine alfresco dining, encompassing the pool, serves light meals and refreshments. The Eastern & Oriental Hotel is a place of timeless splendour and a return to elegance. It is a sanctuary where there is always enough time for the things that really matter. Tel: +604 222 2000 Fax: +604 261 6333 Email: luxury@e-o-hotel.com www.e-o-hotel.com 10 Lebuh Farquhar, 10200 Penang, MALAYSIA www.paradisesonline.com 99