The Bite Magazine Issue 17

Images courtesy of Marriott International Hotel Group to travellers and locals alike who like to hang-out with their friends and meet new ones, without having to break the bank. The Moxy experience is designed to be like ‘no place like home’ where a bartender greets guests with a compli- mentary cocktail on arrival. There will be emerging artists from around the world who will be invited to participate in the brand’s #BlankCanvas global initiative and submit works, ranging from live performance art to a perma- nent installation, for the chance to be featured as part of the contemporary emerging art collection at the hotel.The winning artists will be invited to create live art during the Moxy Berlin grand opening party. The hotel will also have a fun, inclusive and youthful spirit reflected in the combination of bold design and affordable style where communal engage- ment is at the centre of the experience. The interiors fuse refined and raw mate- rials, along with organic and linear lines, and shared spaces. Starting with the hotel’s bright, airy and buzzing lobby, the contemporary lobby’s modern furniture invites guests to relax, pick up a book from the Moxy library, connect and catch up with friends or retreat to the gym to re-energise by ‘taking a fist to the pink Moxy punching bag’. You can also take a selfie in the photo booth complete with props which should be an element of fun and relaxation. Moxy Berlin’s ‘Living Room’ is designed to be the centre of activity, giving guests a series of fun ways to work and play hard.With sealed concrete floors, walls lined with intriguing art and fun refer- ences to local culture including artistic beer jugs displayed on the wall which are complemented by ambient lighting and comfortable accents of colour. The Living Room also features abundant power and USB outlets, with furiously fast and free Wi-Fi for ultimate connectivity, along with a high-energy yet cosy space for gatherings, special events or cocktails, the lounge plays host to eclectic upbeat music. For those who make use of this 210 con- temporary guest roomed facility found in the prime location of Ostbahnhof, guests can choose from standard to family-sized rooms, equipped with sound-reducing walls, 42-inch LCD flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, abundant USB ports, comfortable bedding and deep-seated armchairs in calming neutral fabrics. Every bedroom makes a statement with a fun floor-to- ceiling art piece, with designs that are function, flexible and uncluttered with simple, thoughtful touches including glass shelving and open closets. The stylish bathrooms feature complimentary Muk toiletries, bright pink hair dryers, power showers and large mirrors alongside a spacious vanity area. The hotel has a 24/7 B&F (Beverage & Food) smart and fun self-service concept that gives guests access to choose what- ever they want and whenever they want it.The dining area offers a lot of options for food and drink including fresh juices and a coffee bar. Fresh Panini sandwiches, local dishes including Spätzle and Sauer- braten are available as well as a range of healthy alternatives from salad to anti- pasti. An evening Crockpot entrée will be served along with a variety of cock- tails, craft beers and speciality wines.The bar is full-service and the hub of activ- ity also doubles as the hotel’s physical check-in point where guests are greeted with a complimentary ‘Got Moxy’ cock- tail upon arrival. Moxy Berlin has one flexible meeting room flooded with natural daylight and the meeting table itself doubles as a shuffleboard providing participants with the opportunity to refresh, re-energise or get competitive with a quick game. Moxy guests who are members of the award-winning Marriott Rewards loyalty programme will get exclusive access to even more digital features through the Marriott Mobile app when they book direct, including mobile check-in and check-out, keyless entry and Mobile Requests to make their travel experience seamless. Marriott Rewards members will also earn points for their stay at Moxy Hotels and can redeem it for hotel stays across the Marriott Rewards portfolio of brands. www.marriott.co.uk/hotels/travel/ berox-moxy-berlin-ostbahnhof bite travel