IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announced on Monday that it will bring two hotels to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's latest Terminal Complex. This means one of the world's busiest airports will expect its first international branded hotels for the first time.
Tiles are back again as the beating heart of decorative engineering exhibition zone at the 29th Hotel Plus - HDE, China's leading hotel show, organized by Sinoexpo Informa Markets, to be held on 27, 28 and 29 April 2020 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre.
Meliá Hotels International, the leading Spanish hotel group, continues to maintain its robust momentum in the Asia Pacific region and today announced further growth in China with the new Meliá Arxan Hot-Spring Resort in Inner Mongolia, expected to open by 2022.
Meliá Hotels International, the leading Spanish hotel group, continues to maintain its robust momentum in the Asia Pacific region and today announced further growth in China with the new Meliá Qinhan New Town in Xi'an, expected to open in 2022.
Owners of small business accommodation in rural China face a difficult choice over whether to expand or retain their authenticity, according to the findings of a study by Dr Honggen Xiao of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and his co-researchers. In a recently published study, the researchers aim to settle a long-standing debate over whether business expansion is beneficial or harmful to rural tourism businesses, and conclude that entrepreneurs must make a "trade-off" between "enhancing guest experience and achieving economic goals" because growth brings both advantages and disadvantages.
Marriott has expanded its portfolio of Sheraton hotels in China with the opening of the Sheraton Beijing Lize Hotel, the third Sheraton-branded hotel in the capital city.
Veteran hotelier Chikako Shimizu has been appointed general manager of Andaz Macau, which is set to open in 1H2021.
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announced a deal with Shenzhen-based property developer Kingkey Group. Under the deal, IHG will take over the management of one of Kingkey's hotels in Dameisha, Shenzhen, China. As of 1 January 2020, the hotel will formally be rebranded as the InterContinental Shenzhen Dameisha Resort and will offer an upgraded selection of services and facilities. The signing ceremony for the deal was held in Shenzhen and was attended by Daniel Aylmer, IHG's Chief Operating Officer for Greater China, Hua Chen, Chairman of the Kingkey Group, and other representatives.
Analysts at Lodging Econometrics (LE) report that at the end of the third quarter of 2019, China's total construction pipeline has grown to 3,380 projects/628,972 rooms. Currently, the country has 2,548 projects with 438,797 rooms under construction with projects scheduled to start construction in the next 12 months at 404 projects with 85,026 rooms. Projects in the early planning stage have 428 projects/105,149 rooms.
Shangri-La's Race for Hope national event kicked off today at Century Park Shanghai to celebrate the hotel group's collaborative environmental efforts across mainland China. The event brought together all 50 hotels as well as Shangri-La's employees, guests and consumers, over 700 people, to participate in either the family-friendly 5km race or the 2km fun-run competition and to contribute their green energy to water Shangri-La Caring Forest on Alipay Ant Forest platform.
Marriott has expanded its portfolio of Renaissance hotels in China with the opening of the Renaissance Xiamen Resort & Spa, the first Renaissance hotel in Fujian province.
Shanghai Airport Authority and Shangri-La Group jointly announced the official signing of a co-operation agreement for the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Shangri-La hotel project today. Leveraging on the developmental plans of the Hongqiao Business District and Shanghai Hongqiao integrated transportation hub, the new Shangri-La hotel will be an ideal venue for meetings, incentives conferences and events (MICE), plus offer the perfect catering space for social functions to locals and travellers alike. Construction is expected to commence in 2020. The hotel is targeted to be completed and operational in 2023.
As a historical tourism city located in the central area of the Yangtze River Delta in Southern Jiangsu Province, Suzhou is renowned for its classical Chinese gardens and canals, recognized as the .Venice of the East'. Over the last few decades, Suzhou has been able to attract a solid foundation of foreign investments with its mature manufacturing industry.
Come January 2020, Shangri-La Group will bring its legendary "Hospitality from the Heart" and signature culinary experiences to Zhoushan. Under Phase I of the project development, Shangri-La will present an entirely new hotel experience and product mix by focusing on its standalone food and beverage outlet - CHAO No.18 and its premium event-catering business. Shangri-La will also pilot its new smart hotel technology in the 28 guestrooms in the Phase I opening.
Kai Roelz joined InterContinental Hong Kong as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage from W Hotel in Xi'An where he worked on the opening team as Assistant Director of Food & Beverage for the past year and a half. He was also on the opening team at The Ritz-Carlton Macau where he served as Senior Assistant Manager - Food & Beverage.
Veronica Chang, who recently joined InterContinental Hong Kong as Director of Human Resources, brings to her new position over 15 years of work experience with international conglomerates, including Carrier Hong Kong Limited where she most recently served as Human Resource Director for Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and Guam, overseeing the full spectrum of HR functions across the region.
Oakwood Suites Chongli will be located in the 2022 Winter Olympics Zhangjiakou Zone.
Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Chongli will open in August 2021 in the Taizicheng Village - the resort's heartbeat with premier outlets, retail, restaurants, bars, and co-working spaces. Offering 173 hotel rooms and one-bedroom apartments, guests at Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Chongli will also have access to a dining area, fitness center as well as meeting rooms.
Shangri-La Group today announced the grand opening of Shangri-La Hotel, Suzhou Yuanqu, marking the Group's return to the historical water town since its establishment in Suzhou more than 10 years ago. As the newest international luxury-branded hotel in the central business district of the Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), the hotel embraces cultural heritage while offering the vibrancy of a modern city. Shangri-La Hotel, Suzhou Yuanqu fuses modern elegance with rich local traditions. Ancient gardens integrate with contemporary elements while the local culture is brought to life by Shangri-La. Guests will immediately feel refreshed and quickly at ease.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the opening of BEI Zhaolong Hotel, the first Joie de Vivre hotel in Asia. The 202-room hotel is a rebirth of the legendary Zhaolong Hotel, which held a significant place in Beijing's hospitality history since its original opening on the exact same date in 1985. Following an extensive renovation and re-imagination, the new BEI Zhaolong Hotel brings a fresh, contemporary perspective to the original, iconic property. Located in the vibrant Sanlitun area, the hotel is the ideal destination for travelers and locals seeking a central hub to work, stay, and play in the capital city.