Roman Angulo has been appointed General Manager at Patina Tianjin
Capella Hotel Group has appointed a new General Manager to lead a key property across its Asian portfolio, bringing experienced hospitality professionals to Patina Tianjin.
Capella Hotels and Resorts, recognised as the World's Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure for three consecutive years, continues to strengthen its leadership team, while Patina Hotels & Resorts brand prepares for its inaugural property launch in mainland China. The appointment reflects the group's focus on operational leadership as luxury travel continues to evolve across the region.
Spanish-born Roman Angulo is promoted to General Manager of Patina Tianjin from his role as Resort Manager of Capella Singapore.
Roman brings over 20 years of international hospitality experience specialising in hotel management across leading brands. His career includes senior leadership positions at Four Seasons Beijing, Rosewood Hotel Beijing, and Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong. Most recently, before joining Capella Hotel Group, he served as Hotel Manager at Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, where he oversaw the operational direction of rooms and food & beverage divisions across both Asian and European markets.
As the Patina brand scales up with its inaugural property in mainland China, Roman will establish operational standards and guest service protocols that will define the brand's market entry. Patina Tianjin, which opens in the first half of 2026 in Tianjin's historic Italian Heritage District, is a 18,000 square metre urban oasis featuring 17 heritage buildings with 145 guest rooms oriented around private garden courtyards.
His role will be instrumental in bringing the Patina brand to life at this unique property which harmonises Italian Classicism with contemporary sophistication and celebrates Tianjin's cosmopolitan heritage while offering tranquility within the bustling city.
