To start the new year on a positive note, Langham Hospitality Group announces today
the opening of Langham Place, Ningbo Culture Plaza. Strategically located within one of
China's most dynamic and oldest cities with a rich history that dates back 7000 years,
Langham Place forms an integral part of the new Ningbo Culture Plaza in which the city's
art gallery, museum, sports center, theater, leading entertainments and boutiques are
all conveniently located. "We are delighted to expand our footprint in China with the
opening of this new Langham Place in Ningbo," said Lo Young, regional vice president of
China and Macau, Taiwan of Langham Hospitality Group. "This beautiful hotel marks our
eighth in the country and the 21st worldwide for Langham Hospitality Group. With Ningbo
as one of the fastest developing cities in China, the North Asian region continues to be
an important market in our development strategy in 2014 and beyond." Ranging from
45 to 175 square meters, Langham Place, Ningbo comprises 143 stylish and spacious
guestrooms including 13 suites, all of which have views of the city or river. Blending a
contemporary style and bespoke elements, each guest room embodies urban glamour
and exudes a comfortable residential mood. Business and leisure guests may expect
an executive working desk, free Wi-Fi, a 42-inch flat-panel high definition TV, coffee
and tea-making facilities and a spacious bathroom with separate bath and walk-in
shower as part of their Langham Place experience. Renowned as an "art gallery
masquerading as a hotel," each Langham Place hotel features an impressively curated
art collection; the new Ningbo hotel is no exception. Discussions are underway to procure
contemporary and unconventional seasonal exhibitions of latest works by local and
regional artists that will be displayed at a dedicated gallery and at selected public areas
throughout the hotel. Gourmets will find the Langham Place, Ningbo Culture Plaza the
ideal venue to enjoy authentic culinary delights. Reminiscent of its two Michelin-starred
namesake at Langham Place in Hong Kong, Ming Court serves delectable Cantonese
and local specialties. The restaurant features a spacious wine room with an extensive
list of excellent quality varietals, and 14 elegant private dining rooms, the largest of
which is 330 square meters and may cater up to 100 guests. The Place is the hotel's all-
day dining restaurant, where lavish spreads of international buffets are available for
breakfast, lunch and dinner. For those who enjoy cuisine from the land of the rising sun,
Table One offers fresh sashimi and sushi, tempura and teppanyaki. Social gatherers
may get together at the lobby loungeBlend which is an ideal setting for a morning
coffee, afternoon tea or pre- and post-dinner cocktails. The hotel sets a new benchmark
for grand events and inspiring celebrations in Ningbo. A perfect locale for a romantic
wedding or a memorable celebration, the 820-square meter Ningbo Ballroom offers a
picture-perfect backdrop complete with river views and luxurious interiors. Conference
and social gala guests may hold their events within the hotel's combined space of more
than 1,180 square meters which includes the Ningbo Ballroom and three function rooms
that range from 100 to 130 square meters each. All the venues are equipped with the
latest audio-visual equipment, including built-in LCD projectors and video conferencing
capabilities, and the Langham Place, Ningbo's dedicated and professional service team
will ensure all details are checked to make every event a resounding success. The hotel
group's Chuan Body + Soul Spa offers signature treatments inspired by centuries old
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophies designed to balance the mind, relax
the body and rejuvenate the soul. The spacious spa features four treatment rooms
including one dedicated for couples and a Contemplation Lounge. Guests may feel
soothed and refreshed in the spa's serene, meditative setting and calming private
treatment rooms. All Chuan Body + Soul treatments will incorporate the principles of
traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) techniques for the ultimate in relaxation and holistic
wellness. The spa center also has a fully-equipped fitness centre and an outdoor
swimming pool.