SHANGHAI, Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. recently announced
that it has signed an agreement with Zhong An Commercial Group,
part of China New City Group, to bring the W Hotels brand to
Hangzhou. Anticipated to open in
2031, W Hangzhou will be located
at the northwest intersection of Minhe Road and Liyi Road in
Qianjiang Century City, Hangzhou's
developing new CBD. With its bold, detail-driven design, elevated
service, and engaging always-on programming, the hotel is poised to
become a new symbol of luxury hospitality in Hangzhou.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with Zhong An Commercial Group
to introduce W Hotels to Hangzhou,
inviting guests to indulge in the vibrant culture and dynamic
spirit of this historic city through a distinct lens of luxury,"
said Gavin Yu, Chief Development
Officer, Greater China, Marriott
International. "We look forward to further expanding our luxury
portfolio in Greater China,
aligning W Hotels with complementary destinations to cater to the
ever-evolving global luxury traveler."
Slated to open in Hangzhou's
new CBD on the east bank of the Qiantang River, W Hangzhou's street-front location ensures
excellent visibility and accessibility, approximately 15 kilometers
from Hangzhou East Railway Station and about 24 kilometers from
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. The hotel is adjacent to
renowned landmarks and attractions, including the Hangzhou Olympic
Sports Expo Center, a landmark complex in Qianjiang Century City,
and the largest retail center in the area, InCity.
Designed by the renowned architectural firm Kohn Pedersen Fox
Associates, W Hangzhou will occupy
the top floors of a 240-meter building that will be part of the IOC
complex. The hotel will feature 270 stylishly appointed guest rooms
and suites, with approximately half of the rooms offering direct
river views for a serene experience for guests. Guests will be able
to enjoy two signature restaurants and one bar, a swimming pool, a
FIT@ fitness center, and the AWAY@ Spa for
rejuvenation. For social events and meetings, the hotel will offer
a ballroom, a junior ballroom and four meeting rooms.
"We are excited to collaborate with Luxury Group by Marriott
International on this landmark project within the IOC complex in
Hangzhou," said Mr. Shi Guanyu,
Vice President of China New City Group of Zhong An Group and
President of Zhong An Commercial Group. " As a leading
lifestyle hospitality brand, W Hotels aligns perfectly with the new
CBD core advocated by IOC Hangzhou, where luxury seamlessly blends
into the dynamic pulse of an international hub. This collaboration
will inject the brand's distinct design and vibrant energy into
Qianjiang Century City, providing an immersive luxury experience
for both visitors and local residents alike."
Marriott International now boasts over 70 luxury hotels in
Greater China. The signing of
W Hangzhou further cements the
company's growing luxury footprint, setting Hangzhou as one of China's premier destinations for luxury
travelers.
About Marriott International
Marriott International,
Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) is based in Bethesda,
Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,900
properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and
territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses
vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers
Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program. For more
information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for
the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In
addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and
Instagram.
About Marriott International Luxury Portfolio
With an
unrivaled portfolio of eight dynamic luxury brands, Marriott
International is creating authentic, rare, and enriching
experiences sought by today's global luxurian. Spanning all corners
of the world, Marriott International's luxury brands group offers a
boundless network of more than 510 landmark hotels and resorts in
70 countries and territories through The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton
Reserve, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels &
Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott, and W Hotels.
From the world's most iconic destinations to the ultimate
undiscovered gems, the international hospitality leader's
collection of luxury brands is focused on elevating travel with
highly contextualized, nuanced brand experiences that signal the
future of luxury by allowing guests to indulge their passions while
sparking personal growth.
About W Hotels
Born from the social electricity of
New York City, W Hotels has been
at the forefront of lifestyle hospitality for over two decades.
With nearly 70 destinations around the world, the detail-driven
design, signature Whatever/Whenever service, and buzzing Living
Rooms cultivate experiences of social connectivity. Each location
brings together the magnetic energy of W Hotels and the essence of
local culture, creating spaces for new perspectives and a freedom
of self-expression. W Hotels is currently undergoing a multi-year
brand evolution, to meet the needs of today's guest and deliver a
new generation of luxury lifestyle experiences. For more
information on W Hotels, visit w-hotels.com and stay connected on
Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and YouTube. W Hotels is proud to
participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel
program from Marriott International. The program offers members an
extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on
Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including
complimentary nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for
free or for more information about the program, visit
MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.
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