Originally opened in 1957 as a triumph work of Serbian architect Dragiša Brašovan, the hotel was reopened in winter 2012 after undergoing extensive renovation and modernisation, and becoming a member of the prestigious Luxury Collection of the Starwood Hotels Group. The 5-star beauty now stands as a testament to Belgrade's past, present and future status as the centre of southeastern Europe, with over luxurious 200 rooms and suites at the eastern edge of Tašmajdan Park. Even non-guests are encouraged to stop by for Sunday brunch, or even better, a drink in the lobby bar.