Rani Permata
Feb 11, 2026
SHANGRI-LA JAKARTA WELCOMES THE RETURN OF MARKUS CHRIST AS GENERAL MANAGER
Shangri-La Jakarta is pleased to announce the appointment of Markus Christ as General Manager. This appointment marks his return to Jakarta, having previously served as General Manager of Shangri-La Jakarta from 2019 to 2021.
With more than three decades of experience in the global hospitality industry, Markus is a highly accomplished hotel executive with a proven track record across luxury city hotels, resorts and complex multi-property operations in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. He is widely recognised for his strong operational expertise, people-focused leadership style and ability to drive performance while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.
A German national, Markus began his hospitality career with a culinary apprenticeship at Hilton International in Munich, followed by a Diploma in Hotel Management from the Bavarian Hotel Business School, Germany. Over the course of his career with the Shangri-La Group, he has held a number of senior leadership roles across Asia, leading award-winning properties and consistently delivering strong operational and commercial performance.
During his previous tenure at Shangri-La Jakarta, Markus successfully steered the hotel through an exceptionally challenging period, including the COVID-19 pandemic, while maintaining operational excellence and brand integrity. Under his leadership, Shangri-La Jakarta was recognised as Best Business Hotel of the Year 2021 at the Business Traveller Awards.
Most recently, Markus served as General Manager of Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore, while also holding regional responsibilities overseeing key Shangri-La properties in Penang, including two beach resorts and a city hotel, as well as The Palawan @ Sentosa, an integrated lifestyle and recreation destination.
In his role as General Manager, Markus will focus on strengthening Shangri-La Jakarta’s market positioning, enhancing guest experiences, developing talent, and driving sustainable growth.
“I am delighted to return to Jakarta and to once again be part of the Shangri-La Jakarta family,” said Markus Christ. “Jakarta remains a dynamic and strategically important market for Shangri-La. I look forward to working closely with the team to build upon the hotel’s strong foundations and to continue delivering meaningful experiences for our guests, partners, and the community.”
Shangri-La Jakarta features 662 guestrooms and suites, 167 serviced apartments, a range of dining venues, and extensive meeting and event facilities accommodating up to 2,500 guests. Ideally located in the heart of the city’s central business district, the hotel continues to be a preferred choice for business travellers, leisure guests, and Jakarta’s vibrant social community.
Shangri-La Jakarta
Kota BNI JL. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 1, Jakarta 10220 Indonesia
Phone: (62 21) 2922 9999
Website: www.shangri-la.com
