The Westin Mumbai Garden City wins prestigious Starwood Regional Vice Presidents Awards!!

A Grand Welcome

The Westin Mumbai Garden City is proud recipients of 7 Award recognitions at the Starwood Regional & Divisional Awards 2015 held in Sanaya, China. The awards night was across all brands of Starwood Hotels and Resorts in Region- Indian, Bangladesh & Maldives and Division Asia Pacific which includes Sheraton, Le Meridien, Westin, Luxury Collection, Aloft, Elements, Four Points by Sheraton and W Hotels.

Face Off 

The award ceremony took place on 17th March at Sheraton Sanya Haitang Bay Resort, China. In a variegated ceremony, leaders & teams were recognized for their coherent Business Performance, Community Service Initiatives, and Operational Excellence & Talent Development.

The annual congregation was attended by the Starwood SLT members along with General Manager & leadership team of South Asia hotels of Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Speaking on the occasion Anuraag Bhatnagar, AGM, Starwood Hotels & Resorts said “With the hotels feat at the recently held Regional & Divisional Awards 2015, the team is motivated and strives to continue driving focus on basic services and look after our guests, to ensure that we remain the best option and most preferred hotel in the city. Our key to success in 2015 will be Starwood’s mantra of Innovation is the ‘Only Constant’ and Relationships are the ‘New Smart’.”

The categories for the other 7 awards were:

Individual Awards - 

• Sales Leader of Year 2014 – Vinay Singh 
• Food & Beverage Leader of Year 2014-Sachin Mylavarapu  

Director of Sales & Marketing Vinay Singh receiving the award

Team Awards - 

•   Care for Community Award 2014- The Westin Mumbai Garden City
•  South Asia RPI improvement Award 2014- The Westin Mumbai Garden City
• FH Shop call 2014- The Westin Mumbai Garden City
• SPG Pro (Starwood Meeting Planner Award) 2014- The Westin Mumbai Garden City

Director of Human Resources David Naidu receiving the award

APAC Divisional Awards-

•  Care for Community Award 2014- The Westin Mumbai Garden City

Property General Managers with  M D India and Regional V P South Asia Dilip Puri and AGM Starwood Hotels & Resorts India Anuraag Bhatnagar

Congratulations Yogesh Sawant! Proud member of The Westin Mumbai Garden City family!

Yogesh Sawant - IT Person of the Year 

Already selected as the regional project champion with Starwood to implement Corporate Domain Migration for South Asia for 13 properties, Yogesh Sawant – IT Senior Manager at The Westin Mumbai Garden City has the Hotelier Awards India jury’s vote for making him the number one IT Champion across India.  He has received the award of IT Person of the Year - 2014 from Hotelier India.

Since January 2012 Yogesh Sawant administers and monitors the daily IT Procedures in the hotel. He is responsible for the designing and implementation of Preventive Maintenance for all IT hardware & Software. He manages his team very efficiently by assigning their jobs and training them on all needed theoretical and practical procedures, troubleshooting and support within corporate standards. He diligently manages and works closely with the supplier for any software/hardware conflicts. Yogesh frequently develops and adapts new ideas that bring IT services to a higher management and come up with plans to advance its operations.

Yogesh Sawant job role over a period has been changed from a technical professional to a business enabler. His management and skills have not been restricted to computers, applications and internet but have been put to right utility by involving in decision making, budgeting, cost controlling, business analysis towards IT revenue, awareness of IT updates among colleagues, planning and executing business contingency, actively participating in all the hotel audits including GEI, security, finance, Starwood global IT audit and peer review etc. Understanding the need of being tech savvy, Yogesh ensures to train the IT team as well as other departments.

Yogesh Sawant says, “Winning a national level award has motivated me even more and it is a testament to the commitment of my work and team. Getting appreciated by the whole hospitality world in India has spurred me to continue to discover more innovative ways to enhance guest experiences, green technology and cost savings.”

A true asset within the team, Yogesh Sawant truly deserves this nationwide recognition and The Westin Mumbai Garden City is proud to have a talented leader in Hospitality like him in our team.

The Westin Mumbai Garden City organizes 5 Km Charity Run for Assisi Bhavan ‘Home for Old’

The Westin Mumbai Garden City as a part of its care for community drive organized a 5 Kms charity run with its business partners and associates to create awareness and raise funds for local old aged home Assisi Bhavan. This mass well-being mobilization was identified by the Starwood Hotels & Resorts; 12th October 2014 witnessed hotels in different cities and resort destinations across Asia Pacific organize Charity run for fund raising.


The Westin Mumbai Garden City joined this ‘Do Good’ exercise by organizing a 5K Charity Run in Goregaon to raise funds for Assisi Bhavan - Home for Aged. The hotel recognizing vitality of its local community invited its associates and their families, guests & patrons along with business partners to participate in project ‘Pledge to Spread Warmth’.  The movement aimed to create awareness on the needs and requirements of the senior members at the Old-age home.





This Charity run was a huge success with a participation number up-to 160 runners and The Westin Mumbai Garden City raising INR 1,31,000 for Assisi Bhavan. While the cheering participants proudly livened up the marathon with their great enthusiasm and energy, tremendous love and support for the cause was showcased when the hotel announced the donations collected and presented it to the Assisi Bhavan representative.

The funds raised through this Charity Drive was donated to Assisi Bhavan in Goregaon East (‘home for aged’ managed by St. Joseph Convent housing 72 elderly residents). Funds will be used for utility needs such as personal hygiene, facility maintenance, medical attention, dietary requirement and linen & clothing for the senior residents.




Sharing thoughts on the movement, Anuraag Bhatnagar, Area General Manager, Starwood Hotels & Resorts India said “We at The Westin Mumbai Garden City are proud to extend our support towards community betterment initiative. Movement such as the Charity run helps us showcase our commitment for ‘care for community’ through a fun and healthy activity. Our associates have displayed keen interest and our business partners a great support in seeing through this initiative for the senior residents at Assisi Bhavan. The NGO is doing a phenomenal job in taking care of the elderly and we are more than happy in supporting them in their basic utilities & welfare.”

City Glitterati wine and dine in style at The Westin Mumbai Garden City!

17th September saw city’s renowned wine appreciators make head-way to The Westin Mumbai Garden City, as the occasion served a stylish and refined Ruffino Degustation Dinner by Sula
Vineyards.

The evening started with Jake Jacob Vice President Asia of Constellation Brands introducing the delectable Ruffino Wines from the first finest wineries in Tuscany. The beverage for elite was carefully paired with Modern Indian Progressive menu designed by Executive Chef Ajay Chopra. Whilst Area General Manager, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Mr Anuraag Bhatnagar played perfect host as he welcomed Cecilia Oldne, Global Brand Ambassador and Deepak Bhatnagar, President – Sales and Marketing from Sula. In attendance at this social-do were successful wine educator and consultant -Sonal Holland and celebrated bartender -Shatbi Basu enjoying the exceptional pairing of Indian cuisine with the delicate and expressive wines of Ruffino, Chianti, Italy.

On an engaging tête-à-tête with Jake Jacob some interesting facts on Ruffino brand were divulged such as – the wine is a true expression of the land and people immersed in Tuscan tradition. Today the House of Ruffino is a world-renowned ambassador of Chianti Classico as well as other wines of extraordinary class and personality. Walk down the historical facts highlights Ruffino for its long association with prominent people like composer Giuseppe Verdi and the Duke of Aosta, a member of Italy’s royal family and dating the royal alliance back as far as 1890 when Ruffino was appointed official wine to the royal Italian court!

Speaking on the occasion Area General Manager Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar a leading industry stalwart said “There are two major ways to pair food and wine.  You can either match the pair by similar tastes, as we like to say or compare the flavors. As menu for today’s wine dinner was crafted by our expert Chefs; special care has been taken in pairing food with uncomplicated and progressive flavors of Ruffino. At The Westin Mumbai Garden City we have special programs sculpted for wine connoisseur “Wines of World”. This program gives us the edge of understanding the ever versatile customer palate for beverage and caters to good food complementing the wines.”

Jake Jacob, Cecilia Oldne and Executive Chef Ajay Chopra

Enjoy more benefits with EDM at The Westin Mumbai Garden City!

Being a member of the elite Eat Drink & More program has got it added benefits. While you enjoy the delighting dining, accommodation and spa offers The Westin Mumbai Garden City has initiated exciting culinary classes for all EDM Members to enhance your gastronomical skills.

Every Saturday from 4 pm to 5 pm as our talented chefs will ensure that all the guests have a new and exceptional experience as they learn new delicious recipes, cuisines and interesting new cooking tips. Make your weekend special as Team Westin promises to teach different cuisines and speciality dishes every Saturday at our fun dining venue Prego.

Come and take advantage of the exclusive and irresistible privileges of being an EDM member at The Westin Mumbai Garden City.

Starwood Asia Pacific Hotels & Resorts is recognized as Top 20 India’s Best Companies to Work For!!!

With great pride and honour we would like to share the delighting news that Starwood Hotels and Resorts is among the Top 20 India’s Best Companies to Work For. We are ranked 17 by Economic Times Great Place to Work Survey 2014.  Within 3 years of our participation we have had an exciting boost from 87 to 17 this year. We share our coveted space with Multinational and Indian companies from various sectors and industries like Google, Tata, Godrej, American Express, Microsoft, Vodafone and many more. It is superbly fulfilling to be a part of such a great organization that encourages in building dynamic careers for all the associates.

It is gratifying to be part of an achieving team which is a highly cohesive, diverse and aligned group of performers each skilled in their own domains. This valuable recognition is an endorsement of our hard work, commitment work culture and passion that makes us a great and invigorating organization to work in. With our enterprising 2,586 associates we bridge the gap between night shift associates and senior management by constituting a monthly get together 'Breakfast with Excom for Night Shift Associates’. This thoughtful tradition was well received by the survey.

We as a winning team are poised for a significant growth and continue to be a progressive team who is eager to grow and learn. This accomplishment is a strong motivator for Starwood Hotels & Resorts to become a greater place to work.

Play Well with Westin™ Finds from AFAR

Visiting the financial capital of India, Mumbai is an adventure that is impossible to explain and is only understood when experienced.  In collaboration with Westin™ Finds from AFAR come and experience the dynamic energy that defines the city of Mumbai.

Westin Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with celebrated travel brand AFAR inspires and guides travelers to enjoy richer and more meaningful experiences.  Westin™ Finds from AFAR is an engaging digital destination guide that steers travelers to local favorites and under-the-radar, must see sights within easy reach of Westin hotels.




Discover great local events and attractions near The Westin Mumbai Garden City. Westin Finds from AFAR gives you access to the best-kept secrets on what to see and where to eat, drink and shop during your stay, all with a Westin point of view. Get a variety of choices to explore Mumbai City by going solo, or as a couple or with family or friends.

Indulge, renew and reconnect at destinations around The Westin Mumbai Garden City with Westin™ Finds from AFAR.

Give in to a Flight of Three Wines!

Starwood Hotels ‘Wines of the World’ program offers a great variety from both the New World and the Old World. An intense selection of varietals allows guests to choose from a crisp fresh white to a wonderful full bodied red. Wine was always associated with a meal, today it is increasingly the drink of choice allowing you to enjoy what you like to drink, whenever you wish.

Take advantage of the irresistible promotion Flight of Three Wines from 15th May to 15th July 2014 which is exclusive for all SPG members.  Delight yourselves with a 25% discount for any 3 selections of wines from our Wines of the World menu at Prego and Eighteen The Lounge. If you are not a SPG member, ask any of our associates or join for free on spg.com/join and recharge yourself with this fabulous offer.








Treat yourselves to the robust Wines at Prego and feel good with your companions as you all enjoy the tempting Flight of Three Wines together.

Fine Scottish Whisky meets Rustic Indian Flavours at Kangan!

Kangan the specialty Indian venue at The Westin Mumbai Garden City played host to a curated evening providing its Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG®) members with an unforgettable whisky appreciation session by none other than Sandeep Arora, India’s only certified Whisky Ambassador. Sandeep along with Executive Chef Ajay Chopra crafted a special menu paired with the finest Glenlivet single malts that complemented the robust flavors of Indian food.




The Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) program is an innovative, award-winning frequent traveler program uniting each of Starwood’s 9 distinctive hotel brands across the world. SPG is creating a series of Whisky appreciation sessions across Starwood Hotels in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai offering its valued members an opportunity to interact with Sandeep Arora and  enjoy the coming together of the finest Glenlivet with robust flavors, in a way that connoisseurs do.

Sandeep Arora enlightening the guests on Whiskey 

Connoisseurs of Whisky and gourmet lovers braced themselves as the evening commenced with appetizers like Sigdi waali boti served with pineapple chutney and bharwan bhavnagri mirch, Crisp amristsari red mullet served with raw mango and onion puree kedgree. This was followed by Five spice duckonfit for the main course among other dishes, concluding the revelry with Cardamom and orange chocolate molleux as dessert. Each of these courses was paired with the perfectly aged Glenlivet whisky ranging between 12, 15 and 21 years to further enrich the flavors and tantalize the taste buds. 

A perfect culmination to an eventful week was this perfectly curated soiree at Kangan on 26th April 2014 at The Westin Mumbai Garden City which was indeed a delight.

Nishant Agarwal, Sandeep Arora, Stephanie D'silva, Chef Ajay Chopra and Vibhore Saraswat

Be a part of Earth Hour 2014!

This Saturday 29th March 2014 8: 30 pm onwards towns and cities around the world will come together in the largest environmental movement to protect the one thing that unites us all – planet Earth. The Westin Mumbai Garden City is participating in the marking of Earth Hour 2014. Earth Hour is a global movement uniting people to protect the planet. It brings together communities from across the world in celebrating a commitment to the planet by switching off lights for one designated hour.

Earth Hour is a global effort to emphasize the threat of global warming and the need to reduce carbon emissions. Key to this change is the reduction of CO2 emissions worldwide, and we are going to play our part in saving the planet.  Earth Hour is important not only to our customers and partners, but to our associates as well.

As global climate change continues to emerge as one of the great challenges for modern society, this becomes an emerging focus area for The Westin Mumbai Garden City. Brand Westin encourages Sustainable Meeting Practices which helps reduce your carbon footprint in organizing meetings.

Through Earth Hour, The Westin Mumbai Garden City aims to encourage an interconnected global community to share the opportunities and challenges of creating a sustainable world. Come be a part of a powerful symbol in which all of our small steps can have an impact and lasting difference on the health of our planet.

Come be a part of a dynamic team at Starwood Hotels & Resorts

Starwood Careers Day 2014 is Asia Pacific-wide effort aimed at attracting passionate individuals to explore a range of employment opportunities in Starwood properties. It encapsulates Starwood’s talent strategy that goes beyond talent attraction, to building meaningful long-term careers for talent who join the organization. The event consolidates the strengths of Starwood’s nine hotel brands and offers talent the unique opportunity to explore a career with Starwood that is broad-based in terms of portfolios and one which offers highly sought-after regional and global exposure.

The Westin Mumbai Garden City is among over 200 participating hotels taking part in the Starwood Careers Day 2014. During the event, candidates will have the chance to discover career growth opportunities, and meet with Human Resources representatives to discuss career options. Positions available include Front Office, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, Revenue Management, Finance, Concierge, Rooms, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Kitchen, Stewarding, Engineering, Security, Accounting and Administration Divisions.

With over 260 hotels in operation and over 200 hotels in the pipeline, Starwood Hotels & Resorts is one of the leading hotel companies in Asia Pacific. Brands under Starwood include St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and ElementSM.


Come and apply for a rewarding career at the Starwood Careers Day on 21st March at The Westin Mumbai Garden City from 9:30 am onwards.