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Zaha Hadid’s 5-Star Morpheus Hotel in Macau

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Published
07/28/2021

Monte Carlo may be the center of luxurious gaming in Europe, and Vegas may be the playground of the wealthy in the US, but there’s another casino-friendly destination worth checking out.

Macau, a city in Southeastern China with colonial Portuguese influence, is the most-visited gaming destination in the world. For years, Macau has been home to some of the flashiest casino-resorts in Asia and Oceania.

With online sportsbooks and casinos taking off throughout the US, casual gamers have opted for online platforms and their welcome bonuses. For example, one Unibet offer includes welcome deals on their sportsbook and online casino.

With casino and sportsbooks banding together online, the brick-and-mortar gaming section has begun to incorporate new attractive elements. Developers are willing to go to extra lengths to appeal to visitors, from stunning architecture to Michelin-rated restaurants.

The Morpheus Hotel in Macau is one such development. It stands out architecturally from the surrounding resorts in the Cotai district, including NÜWA and The Londoner Macau, because of its unique design. Let’s take a closer look.

Visual Appeal

The Morpheus Hotel comes from Melco Resorts & Entertainment. The project was undertaken by Zaha Hadid Architects, one of the premier groups in the world. The edifice was inspired by jade carvings, traditional to the region, with steel grids that envelop the exterior.

In fact, Zaha Hadid Architects created the world’s first free-form exoskeleton, which supports the building while wrapped around its asymmetrical shape. It’s also the first project in Asia that has no singular internal column.

The Morpheus Hotel is part of Melco Resorts’ ‘City of Dreams’, which includes nearby hotels and experiences. However, visitors may not want to leave the Morpheus. In addition to its multiple skybridges, developers left no stone unturned creating extravagant experiences inside the hotel.



Master Class in Modern Art& Restaurants 

Visitors know they’re in for something special based on the visual appeal of the Morpheus. However, the entire hotel has been painstakingly curated to deliver unique facilities, artwork, and culinary experiences.

Modern art from sculptors like KAWS dots the entire building, while Art on 23 is a gallery that features more of the visual artist’s work. The museum features privately and publicly owned pieces.

The Morpheus’s culinary selections are just as reserved and refined. Again, the emphasis with this Melco project is on visual appeal and innovation. Yí is located on the 21st-floor Sky Bridge, offering a seasonal menu of Chinese delicacies and stunning views of Macau. The restaurant has been awarded by Michelin, Forbes, Wine Spectator, Top Tables, and more.

The Morpheus is also home to L’Attitude, which focuses on French specialties, and a restaurant headed by Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse. Ducasse focuses on French gastronomy, but the true appeal of the restaurant lies in its globally sourced ingredients. Ducasse goes to great lengths to source quality, ethical, and distinct flavors.

 

Nearby Experiences

Those looking to venture out of their 5-star experience at the Morpheus will find comparable experiences around Macau. The Galaxy Macau is worth a visit, as well as the neighboring The Londoner.

The area has other Michelin-star restaurants, such as Robuchon au Dôme and Lai Heen. Those looking to take part in local gaming culture will feel at home at the extravagant Venetian Macao. Other worthwhile attractions include tours of cultural sites like the A-Ma Temple and the Ruins of St. Paul’s.

 

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