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ALVA | BRAND STORY
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL combines contemporary design, healthy living and smart technology for a stylish and uplifting experience. Welcoming millennials and modern travellers, the hotel’s active, green and social spaces embrace a philosophy of wellbeing and discovery to deliver a unique lifestyle concept in Shatin.
About ALVA
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL is a hospitality concept which encompasses contemporary design, healthy living and user-friendly technology for guests who are looking for a fresh, smart and dynamic experience.
Welcoming modern travellers, ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL features 618 thoughtfully-appointed guestrooms and apartments that exude a sense of light luxury and comfort.
Set against a backdrop of the New Territories’ lush green countryside and situated along the picturesque Shing Mun River in Shatin, ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL brings new energy to the area with a unique balance of modern living and holistic wellbeing.
The hotel offers exciting ALVA DISCOVERY programmes for guests to explore Hong Kong’s culturally and naturally rich sites with guided tours on foot or by bike.
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Vision of Hotel
Furthermore, ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL aspires to drive ESG in the hotel industry. To achieve this, we are stepping up the consideration and inclusion of ESG issues with respect to our products, services and operations of Rooms, Food and Beverage, etc. It aims to strive for the full cooperation and support on the changes or adjustments by both customers and internal staff.
We are aware that we need to continue to broaden the variety of our products and services, as well as increase our contribution to tackling issues that require a global response. In particular, we shall focus on sustainable development that addresses the urgent challenges of climate change.
Architectural & Interior Design
Architectural Design
Inspired by the hotel’s unique riverside location with lush greenery backdrop, renowned Japanese architectural firm, Nikken Sekkei, came up with a design concept of “A bird resting on an island” for the hotel.
The unique V-shaped façade not only symbolises the wings of a bird, it is also positioned to take in the best views of the Shing Mun River and Shatin’s beautiful mountainous landscape. The raised ground floor with a sloped landscape echoes that of an island.
The overall simple and timeless design creates the feeling of a tranquil oasis. Landscaping also plays an instrumental role in blending and bringing in nature into the hotel like the garden terrace and planters throughout the hotel.
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Interior Design
Drawing on inspirations from the energetic neighbourhood and the green surroundings, the interiors of ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL convey a contemporary and natural aesthetic.
Designed by acclaimed local interior designer, Norman Chan, the colour palette of the hotel is trendy and simple in grey and beige, juxtaposing with rich materials like wood and metal for a sleek and modern feel. This is complemented by Stellar Works designer furniture pieces, which instil a sense of classiness and uniqueness.
Guests will also be mesmerized by the stunning moss wall that depicts the Shatin landscape, and a slanted metal pillar at the lobby that cuts through the common space to give off an energetic and refreshing vibe.
