Business, Balinese-style
Oriol Montal, General Manager, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua in Bali and Bali International Convention Centre (BICC), talks in detail about the MiCE venues there
What are the main MiCE facilities at your resort? The Bali International Convention Centre (BICC), managed by The Westin group and adjacent to The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, is the island's most comprehensive meeting facility. It features a ballroom, auditorium, an exhibition space, and 26 function rooms. All this is enhanced by high-tech audio-visual equipment and wireless internet access. BICC caters to diverse meeting requirements, from small presentations to international conferences for global leaders.
There is a separate side entrance to BICC along with two VIP holding rooms to accommodate heads of state and other important dignitaries. The elegantly-appointed Bali Room is a formal setting with a private kitchenette. As an alternative, the newly-launched Nusa Dua Room is slightly smaller in size and exudes warmth with glimpses of Indonesian batik and locally-inspired furnishings.
Public areas throughout BICC provide extra space to gather before and after events. Club chairs together with designer seats are strategically positioned in clusters for business delegates to network in comfort. The entire centre incorporates accessible hallways, wide doors and elevators, making it a wheelchair-friendly facility.
SPACE-WISE AND SPACE WISE
Mangupura Hall has been tastefully refreshed with
customised carpeting, wall panels, and an acoustic ceiling. At almost 2000 sqm in size, this spacious venue has a built-in stage and accommodates 2500 meeting delegates in a theatre-style setup.
BICC's auditorium, with its 506 built-in seats, has also been given a smart update and is the only tiered theatre of its kind in Bali. Anticipating international and domestic business needs, BICC now has a total of 26 revitalised meeting rooms.
A large exhibition hall, also on the ground floor, overlooks a manicured stretch of garden. This multifunctional space covers 1363 sqm and has an internal staircase that provides access to a gallery on the upper floor. Just next door is The Cafe, a contemporary-styled spot to indulge in light bites and refreshments.
More meeting rooms with varying layouts and table configurations can be found on the level above. Each takes on the name of a major Indonesian city and is styled to further highlight local creativity through the use of traditional textiles and uplifting colours. There is also a decorative stone wall carved by Balinese artisans to depict scenes from ancient Hindu mythology.
Another brand-new facility is The Lounge, located on the second floor of BICC. This modern space has full-length windows, a lively décor, and relaxed ambience for the pleasure of in-house delegates. It has a fully-stocked bar and an assortment of table settings.
How was 2018 in terms of occupancy and RevPAR? What's the target for 2019? The year 2018 was extremely productive, as we proudly hosted the International Monetary Fund – World Bank, Annual Meetings 2018. Our occupancy and RevPAR increased by more than 15 per cent in comparison to 2017. Our target for 2019 would be to maintain an optimal occupancy level and RevPAR performance. In 2019, we also expect to welcome several major corporate and association group meetings.
Our occupancy and RevPAR increased by more than 15 per cent from 2017