Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing Becomes First Park Plaza Hotel To Open In China

Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing, which is just minutes from some of the world's most popular tourist attractions including The Forbidden City, The Imperial Place and Tian'anmen Square, will be managed by Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific.

Paul Kirwin, president, Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific, said: "We are very pleased to announce the opening of our flagship Park Plaza for China in the fast- growing, cosmopolitan metropolis of Beijing. With its uniquely stylish and creative design, Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing will provide business, meeting and leisure guests alike with a premier, convenient location and friendly, casual style of service that is synonymous with the Park Plaza brand across the world."

In a city famous for its unique cultural heritage, Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing redefines the meaning of great service and stylish, comfortable accommodation. The contemporary yet classic hotel was designed by world renowned interior design company Karen Wong Design and features 216 well- appointed rooms, including 16 spacious suites. All guest rooms featuring stunning views of the striking Beijing skyline, high-speed internet access, bedside control panels, executive work desks and security safe boxes.

In addition to these facilities, Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing offers business guests private dining facilities, wireless internet access in public areas, the Park Plaza Club lounge and floors, and a business centre featuring full business services, the latest audio visual equipment and three meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 80 people.

The hotel also boasts a wide array of cuisines, including a superb range of some of Asia's most exciting cuisines, served in uniquely stylish and comfortable surroundings.

The First Lounge & Bar is designed to blend in harmoniously with the lobby and reception area and offers a snack menu that will be changed monthly. Ooodle specializes in Japanese and Asian style noodles and intriguing cold dishes representing northern Chinese cuisine, while Bloo Dining offers a unique dining experience combining a-la-carte dining with a rich buffet selection. The restaurant creates a colourful and warm environment and features a stunning circular lounge area.

Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing has a fully-equipped gymnasium and is in close proximity to golf courses and tennis courts.

Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific includes a portfolio of eight hotels in China including its brands of Regent International Hotels, Radisson Hotels & Resorts and Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts with plans to open an additional three hotels in key Chinese gateway cities over the next two years.

Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts currently includes 36 locations worldwide in 13 countries. The brand is part of Carlson Hotels Worldwide, a global hotel industry leader encompassing over 920 hotel and resort operations in 69 countries. Carlson Hotels Worldwide is one of the major operating groups of Carlson Companies, Inc., a global leader in providing corporate solutions and consumer services in the marketing, travel and hospitality industries. Other names in the Carlson family of brands and services are: T.G.I. Friday's® restaurants, Radisson Seven Seas Cruises®, Carlson Wagonlit Travel®, and Carlson Marketing Group®, the largest relationship marketing services company in the United States.

Singapore-based Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific is the regional headquarters for Carlson Hotels Worldwide in the Asia-Pacific region.