Fairfield by Marriott Celebrates the Opening of its 100th Hotel in Greater China
The milestone doubles Fairfield's Greater China presence since 2024, with expansion planned into new destinations like Zhangjiajie by 2026.
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Meliá Hotels International Continues Its Expansion Into China With The Opening Of Meliá Chongqing
Meliá Hotels International, the renowned Spanish hotel group, is pleased to announce its debut in Chongqing, China with the opening of Meliá Chongqing.
Niccolo Chongqing officially open!
Niccolo Chongqing officially opened its doors today crowning the top 10 floors of the new 62 floor Chongqing IFS Tower 1, overlooking the Southwestern city of China. A very strategic and important hotel for Hong Kong-based hospitality company, Wharf Hotels Management Limited, Niccolo Chongqing celebrated its opening with a symbolic, congratulatory ribboncutting ceremony for dignitaries and officials. The auspicious ceremony was officiated by Dr Jennifer Cronin, President, Wharf Hotels, Mr Giorgio Olivotti, General Manager, Niccolo Chongqing and Mr Guo Yong, General Manager, China Overseas Land & Investment (COLI). Official representatives of Wharf Estates Chongqing and the Chongqing Government, distinguished guests, corporate clients and associates of Wharf Hotels, attended the ceremony.
Roger Marcz has been named General Manager at Regent Chongqing
Born and raised in Switzerland, Roger Marcz brings nearly 40 years of international luxury hotel management experience in famous hotel brands including Jumeirah, Mandarin Oriental, The Ritz-Carlton and most recently Wanda Hotels & Resorts. Mr. Marcz speaks in German, and is fluent in English, French and some Cantonese.
Dany Lützel has been appointed as General Manager at Niccolo Chongqing
Marco Polo Hotels has announced the appointment of Mr. Dany Lützel as General Manager of Niccolo Chongqing, the second Niccolo hotel of this luxury brand stable, following the Niccolo Chengdu success story. The hotel is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2017. Prior to Niccolo, Dany was General Manager at Kempinski Chongqing, where he began as Resident Manager in 2014 and quickly moved up to the top role early last year. Previously, he was also General Manager of Radisson Blu, St. Gallen in Switzerland, a property where Dany spent over six years. With experience in both Europe as well as China, Dany possesses the knowledge to drive revenues from both the domestic and international markets while maintaining a high service level consistent with Niccolo’s contemporary urban chic personality. His ability to effectively manage six food and beverage outlets, in addition to multiple events and wedding venues at his previous position will only enforce his expectancy for profitable business in all facets of the hotel.
Rosewood Chongqing, China to Open 2015
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by property developer C C Land to manage Rosewood Chongqing when it opens in 2015. The 361-room ultra-luxury hotel is the fifth Asia Rosewood hotel announced, in addition to Rosewood Beijing (opening early 2014), Rosewood Phuket (2015), Rosewood Tanah Lot Bali (2017) and Rosewood Jakarta (2017.) Located on the banks of the Yangtze River, the historic city of Chongqing furthers Rosewood's strategic expansion as it is not only the commercial centre and transportation hub for Southwest China, but the world's second most populous city. Rosewood Chongqing will be conveniently located in a mixed-use development comprising residences, retail and office space in Yubei District, a tourism destination renowned for its abundant natural scenery and attractions including Bijin Park, Jindaoxia scenic area and Bayu Folk Culture Village. The design of guestrooms, suites and public areas by California-based Remedios Studio, and the three restaurants and bars by Tokyo-based Spin Design Studio, will incorporate Rosewood's A Sense of Place® philosophy, reflecting and celebrating the location's culture, history and geography. The concept will in fact be extended into every facet of the property. The 34-storey property will feature a soaring atrium-like reception area, 331 guestrooms and 30 suites designed in residential style and a 31st-floor Manor Club executive lounge with outdoor terrace. In addition to a lobby lounge, dining options will include an all-day bistro, a two-floor Chinese restaurant, and a Japanese restaurant and a rooftop bar on the hotel's top three floors. The bistro, with expansive, landscaped outdoor terrace, will feature live cooking stations with an array of cuisines. The Chinese restaurant will offer a total of 19 private luxury dining rooms. The multi-concept Japanese restaurant will recreate Tokyo's finest culinary offerings with show kitchens serving a wide range of classic Japanese dishes. The hotel's two-storey, resort-like rooftop bar will offer cabanas, a VIP terrace lounge, a two-floor waterfall and outdoor fireplaces, all appearing to float on water. Sense® spa, Rosewood's signature spa brand offering treatments reflecting the local culture and environment, will feature six treatment rooms, foot massage and manicure/pedicure lounges and jacuzzis. Other recreational facilities will include a gym and glass-roofed indoor swimming pool. Meeting space will include a 17,222-square-foot (1,600-square-meter) pillar-free ballroom accommodating up to 1,000 guests; a 5,673-square-foot (527-square-meter) junior ballroom with capacity for 350 persons; two meeting rooms; a VIP room and bridal room. The Pavilion, Rosewood's residential-style meeting concept, will offer a show kitchen and four function and meeting rooms with retractable walls for flexible configurations, two separate function rooms, a breakout lounge and the Events Gallery – a private space for event planners to customize their events. All Pavilion function spaces will be accessible by a separate entrance located next to the main hotel entrance."We are grateful that C C Land has given us the opportunity to manage this stunning new hotel and introduce our acclaimed brand concept to yet another key mainland China location," says Sonia Cheng, chief executive officer of Rosewood Hotel Group. "Rosewood Chongqing will play a significant role in expanding the Rosewood footprint in China." "Rosewood is our ideal choice to open and manage this ultra-luxury hotel," says Zeng Wai Cai, vice chairman, board of directors of C C Land. "With its reputation as one of the world's finest hotel operators, we are confident Rosewood will create a property that will become synonymous with the city itself and a destination in its own right." About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts: Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages 18 one-of-a-kind luxury properties in eight countries. Each Rosewood hotel embraces the brand's A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location's history, culture and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world's most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York and Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, Texas, USA. For more information: rosewoodhotels.com. Connect with us: facebook.com/rosewoodhotels or Twitter @rosewoodhotels About C C Land: C C Land is principally engaged in property development in Western China covering the key cities of Chongqing, Chengdu and Guiyang. The company is considered a leading Western China property developer with a total land bank of approximately 14.68 million square metres, solid management expertise and strong financial position. The company is a constituent stock of Hang Seng Composite Index Series and MSCI Small Cap China Index Series.
Banyan Tree To Open First Hot Spring Resort In Chongqing, China
Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts is set to be the first international hotel operator to launch a hot spring resort in Chongqing, China that embraces the natural healing waters of the North Hot Springs. Banyan Tree Chongqing Beibeiwill open to guests in the summer of 2013 and each of its 107 suites and villas will feature private hot spring pools so guests can enjoy the water's healing benefits in privacy and comfort. The extensive Banyan Tree spa will also offer seven different outdoor and indoor hot spring pools. This is the first time private healing pools have been introduced in Western China by Banyan Tree, echoing the group's continued mission to combine the best of local nature and culture with exhilarating holiday experiences.
Hyatt Regency Chongqing Opens in Southwest China
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Chongqing, introducing the Hyatt Regency brand to the booming city in Southwest China. Catering to both business and leisure travelers, Hyatt Regency Chongqing is strategically located in Jiangbei District, the new central business district in Chongqing, which is 20 minutes away from all the major commercial and industrial zones, and a 15-minute drive to the new Chongqing International Expo Centre, the largest exhibition center in Western China and the second largest in China.
Meliá Hotels International continues to grow in China with a hotel in Chongqing, its third in the country
Meliá Hotels International, the first Spanish hotel to operate in China, announced further growth in the country with the signature of a management agreement for a new hotel in the city of Chongqing, the result of an intense globalisation process that defines the growth strategy of the company, and in which Asia-Pacific plays a prominent role.
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens Seventh Chinese Hotel in Chongqing; Continues Fast-Growing Development of Brand Across Country
Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, said, "With strong demand and an increasing affinity for international brands in China, the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Chongqing North is a proud moment as we continue to experience one of the most robust global development pipelines in our brand's history. This hotel will be an exciting new addition to the hospitality offerings in Chongqing and across China as we extending the rewarding and friendly service signature of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand here and around the world."
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts Strengthens China Presence with New Agreement to Manage a Hotel in Chongqing
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Asia Pacific's leading luxury hotel group, recently signed an agreement with Chongqing Guest House Co. Ltd. to manage a hotel in Chongqing that is scheduled to open in late 2011. The 469-room Shangri-La hotel will occupy the first 28 floors of a new 58-storey landmark building, a multi-purpose complex incorporating office space and innovative retail outlets.
Sebastian Goldmann has been appointed as Food & Beverage Manager at Hilton Chongqing
Prior to Hilton Chongqing, Sebastian was the Director of Food & Beverage at Radisson Hotel Shanghai Hong Quan. With a notable twelve-year experience in the F&B industry, Sebastian was also instrumental in being heavily involved as an executive team member at three hotel openings and two re-brandings. A German national, Sebastian started his culinary career as an apprentice chef at Treff Hotel Residenzschloss, Germany. Since then, he has worked in some of the finest hotels who are members of The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd in Germany, Egypt, and China. He first arrived in China in 2004, and worked as an Assistant F&B Manager at Kempinski Hotel Shenyang. He was also a key member of the pre-opening management team of the hotel.