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Since establishing its first China property in Hangzhou
more than three decades ago, the Hong Kong-based group has returned to
the heart of one of the eight ancient Chinese capital cities to open a
417-room property that fuses the best of the past with the best of the
present.
The new-build hotel is located in the vibrant Kerry Central Complex – a
modern mixed-use development in downtown Xiacheng district with an
office tower, apartments and a high-end shopping mall – and is a
five-minute walk to the historical West Lake and acclaimed UNESCO
site.
Nearby are the high-speed train station and international
airport, as well as another renowned World Heritage cultural site, the
Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
“We couldn’t be more excited to open a second hotel in Hangzhou and
extend Shangri-La’s genuine heart-warming hospitality to travellers
arriving at a destination that melds history with modernity.
Shangri-La will continue to play an important role in curating
authentic guest experiences to showcase the qualities that make
Hangzhou so special,” said Shangri-La President and Chief Executive
Officer Greg Dogan.
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou is a setting where the essence of the West
Lake is present around the 13-storey hotel. Art objects, from a
traditional silk painting of the lake in the lobby, to a custom
designed chandelier that mimics rippling water are displayed in homage
to the breathtaking landmark.
Throughout the hotel’s contemporary and elegantly furnished guestrooms,
ranging from 43 to 86 square metres and with views of the city or West
Lake, are delicate pieces of Hangzhou’s famous ice crack Ge Kiln
porcelain, as well as emblems of the lotus flower that blooms in summer
along the freshwater lake. In addition to spacious marble
bathrooms, walk-in wardrobes and large work spaces, free Wi-Fi is also
offered.
Situated on the uppermost floors of Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou are
its Executive and Speciality Suites and the Horizon Club Lounge, where
Horizon Club and suite guests can enjoy extra privileges including
express check-in and check-out, complimentary breakfast buffet, all-day
refreshments and evening cocktails, and full concierge service.
Just as Hangzhou is a city of contrasts, the hotel’s restaurants and
bar present a range of concepts for socialising and entertaining.
Diners are transported to a European-style restaurant at Central Market
where show kitchens brim with international choices for breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
The Great Lounge is an ideal gathering place for those who prefer a
casual ambience and live entertainment. Aside from elegant
afternoon tea and cocktails, an enviable Chinese tea menu is available
and includes varieties of Hangzhou’s renowned Longjing tea, or Dragon
Well tea.
Offering specialty craft beers by the resident brew master, Midtown
Brewery will undoubtedly rate among the top new spots in
Hangzhou. The modern brewery is where guests can enjoy innovative
small plates and live music, and comfort dishes and personalised
tasting menus for sharing.
At Cheng Zong Chinese restaurant, situated on the second level of Kerry
Central Complex and due to open later in the year, casual Cantonese and
bespoke Hangzhou cuisine will be presented in a chic setting of plush
carpets and Oriental artwork.
With a dedicated approach to well-being, the hotel’s Health Club – with
a fully equipped gym, indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam
rooms – will assist guests to achieve their fitness goals. Spa
goers can enjoy pampering treatments, drawing on traditional Chinese
philosophy, at CHI, The Spa’s private suites with skilled therapists to
create the perfect escape.
Combining creativity and ten function rooms, including a Grand Ballroom
that seats 840 guests for dinner, exclusive occasions will be memorable
at Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou with the support of event experts and
the hotel’s high-tech facilities.
To celebrate the opening of the hotel an introductory offer, priced
from RMB1,100, is available until 31 May 2016 and includes daily
breakfast buffet, RMB100 credit for laundry services and double GC
Award Points for Shangri-La’s Golden Circle members. For
reservations, call (86 571) 8733 8888 or email reservations.shhz@shangri-la.com.
The room rate is subject to a 15 per cent service charge.
Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently owns and/or
manages over 95 hotels under the Shangri-La brand with a room inventory
of over 39,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties
featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La
hotels are located in Australia, Canada, mainland China, Fiji, France,
Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius,
Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Sultanate of Oman,
Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United
Kingdom. The group has a substantial development pipeline with
upcoming projects in mainland China, Cambodia, Hong Kong, India,
Myanmar, Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka. For more information
and reservations, please contact a travel professional or access the
website at www.shangri-la.com.
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