Robert Cousins has been appointed as General Manager at Niccolo Suzhou

Wharf Hotels has announced the appointment of Mr. Robert Cousins as General Manager of Niccolo Suzhou. The sky-high hotel opened this year in the prestigious Suzhou International Finance Square - hailed as an iconic landmark and "The Beacon of the Future".

Robert Cousins bios

A 22-year hospitality veteran, Robert has extensive hotel operations experience in China with a proven track record in driving outstanding business results. Prior to Niccolo Suzhou, he was General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Xiamen - which he successfully opened - and previously held leadership positions at Raffles in Hainan, and Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai.

Robert began his hospitality career in Rooms and expanded his experience in food and beverage, while working in Canada and the United States. He is a passionate hotelier and highly motivated leader who focuses on building a positive and dynamic work environment that drives success through support, recognition and engaging all team members.

A Canadian, Robert enjoys travelling with his family and is interested in history, culture and gastronomic food. He also loves live music performances and playing golf.

General Management Asia Pacific China Suzhou

Emanating the spirit of discovery, Wharf Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd, is based in Hong Kong SAR of China, and currently operates 17 owned or managed hotels under Niccolo or Marco Polo Hotels in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines. Niccolo Hotels was added to the group’s portfolio in 2015 as the luxury collection, positioning the brand as contemporary chic.