Guillaume Gallas is a seasoned and multifaceted General Manager known for his commercial acumen, creative vision, and relentless drive to redefine luxury hospitality experiences. Currently leading Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Guillaume has quickly established himself as a transformative force, infusing the hotel with a bold, art-forward, community-centric spirit that has resonated deeply with guests and locals alike.
With over two decades of global hospitality experience spanning iconic cities such as London, Tokyo, Dubai, Hong Kong, Macao, Beijing, and Muscat, Guillaume brings a wealth of knowledge and a uniquely international perspective. His career highlights include spearheading the pre-opening and successful operations of multiple properties within Accor Hotels Group, including The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery and Novotel Citygate Hong Kong. His tenure has been marked by outstanding financial performance, innovative revenue strategies, and unsurpassed guest satisfaction scores.
At Mondrian Singapore Duxton, Guillaume embraces the vibrant culture of the Duxton Hill neighborhood to create a hotel experience that goes beyond accommodation. Under his leadership, the hotel has become a hub for creative expression and unexpected experiences, attracting international travelers and local communities with its distinctive art collection, signature events, and dynamic F&B offerings. Notably, the iconic KAWS sculpture has become a beloved symbol of the hotel’s artistic ethos and a draw for visitors.
Guillaume’s deep passion for culinary excellence, forged through seven formative years working alongside Alain Ducasse at Michelin-starred venues in Monaco, London, and Hong Kong, is evident in his ongoing collaborations with world-class chefs. Innovations at Mondrian include new wood-fired menus and immersive dining events designed to captivate the palate and imagination.
His prior leadership roles, such as Acting General Manager at Sofitel Macau where he guided the hotel to win the prestigious 2016 Guest Experience Excellence Award, and his directorship at The Mira Hong Kong where he revitalized F&B outlets to boost profitability, further underscore his ability to blend operational rigor with creative innovation.
Guillaume’s approach is anchored in fostering genuine community connections, driving employee engagement, and crafting memorable guest experiences that surprise and delight. He passionately believes in hospitality as a catalyst for cultural dialogue and creative collaboration, setting new standards for what a lifestyle hotel can embody.
Under Guillaume Gallas’s stewardship, Mondrian Singapore Duxton has emerged as Singapore’s top city hotel, continuously earning accolades including top rankings in prestigious global awards. His visionary leadership and commitment to excellence ensure that the hotel remains at the forefront of hospitality innovation, inspiring both guests and industry peers around the world.
We honor Guillaume Gallas for his outstanding contributions to the hospitality industry and applaud his journey of visionary leadership, artistic passion, and commercial success. His work continues to inspire a new generation of hoteliers to think boldly and lead with heart.
