Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral and PICO: A Match Made in XR Heaven

Now that's what we call a staycation!
By: Farah Khan
October 31, 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your headsets, because the Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral has launched a hotel experience that will blow your mind, and it’s bringing the future to your doorstep. In a groundbreaking partnership with XR technology trailblazers, PICO, the Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral is all set to unveil Malaysia’s first-ever XR (Extended Reality) hotel experience.

Now, you might be wondering what exactly XR is, and that’s a brilliant question. Extended Reality, or XR, is not your ordinary virtual reality – it’s a mind-bending amalgamation of augmented reality and virtual reality that will take your stay at the Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral to the next level. This exciting initiative promises to whisk you away on a technicolour dream ride, offering you a stay experience that defies the boundaries of your wildest imagination.

You can now book the XR Exploration Room Package, and let me tell you, this isn’t your everyday hotel experience. This package is so exclusive, it’s almost as if the universe itself has issued a golden ticket. Only 50 top-floor rooms are available for this adventure, and these XR wonderlands will be open for business between November 1 and December 31.

Guests who dive headfirst into this XR rabbit hole will have access to a carefully curated selection of 15 different games and apps pre-loaded into their XR gear. This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill hotel room; this is an escape to a dimension where the only limit is your own imagination. If you ever dreamt of having a lightsaber duel in your hotel room or swimming with virtual dolphins while sipping on your morning coffee, this is your chance.

Michael Grimmer, the General Manager of Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral, could barely contain his enthusiasm for the collaboration with PICO Malaysia. He stated, “Our commitment to the Aloft tagline of ‘Different. By Design’ is evident as we leverage technology and innovative design to enhance guest experiences and adapt to their evolving needs.”

Now, you might be thinking, “But isn’t this XR stuff for gamers and tech geeks?” Well, not so fast! Allen An, the Regional Director of PICO Southeast Asia, had this to say, “This collaboration outlines PICO’s intention to bring the virtual reality experience beyond the comforts of home. It is also an opportunity for people who aren’t normally exposed to XR to have a first-hand experience with emerging technologies.” So, it’s not just for the geeks; it’s for everyone who wants to dip their toes into the XR waters.

Now, you must be wondering about the cost of this extraordinary escapade. Well, the XR Exploration Room Package starts from RM580+, and that’s a small price to pay for the adventurous staycation.

So, set your calendars, book your XR Exploration Room, and brace yourself for a stay that’s anything but ordinary at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral. This isn’t just a hotel stay; it’s a journey into the unknown, a dance with the extraordinary. For more information and to secure your place in XR history, visit their official website. Don’t be left in the real world when the future is calling – Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral and PICO are ready to transport you to the realms of endless possibilities.