Quintessence Hotel at night (photo courtesy Joe Jenkin).
ANGUILLA--The Anguilla Tourist Board has announced that Quintessence Hotel – a tropical grand mansion, has now joined Relais and Châteaux (R&C), the most prestigious network of luxury hotels in the world. Headquartered in France, R&C represents 550 independently owned and operated boutique hotels and gourmet restaurants in extraordinary locations around the globe.
Each property accepted into the R&C family must embody values of sustainability, hospitality and service, while celebrating the local culture of their unique region.
Owner Geoffrey Fieger said, “I have personally relied on R&C for my own travels, and I know the organisation represents only the best, most elite hotels. The organisation’s vision will continue to help Quintessence deliver an unforgettable experience to each and every guest.”
Fieger built Quintessence Hotel over a 10-year period, with attention to every detail. Overlooking the white sand beaches of Long Bay the hotel has nine lavish suites and villas, a five-star restaurant, spa, bars, an infinity pool, fitness center, yoga pavilion, boutique and state-of-the-art business suite as well as around-the-clock butler and concierge service.
Julians, a Tropical French Bistro headed by Executive Chef Dominique Thevenet, offers a menu that blends locally sourced tropical dishes with traditional French cuisine into a style Fieger calls “island soul food.” A full complement of hand-selected liquor and cocktails, along with the Caribbean’s finest wine cellar, complement the menu.
Fieger is a nationally known attorney based in Michigan. He was inspired to build Quintessence by the original Malliouhana Hotel, built and operated by the late Leon Roydon on Meads Bay. R&C recognises Fieger’s commitment and passion to share his love for the island with his guests. “My wife, Keenie and I have lived in Anguilla for more than 30 years, and we have built The Q to make guests feel as if they are being hosted in a grand tropical mansion,” Fieger said.
