HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou, the new flagship property of Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality, celebrated its grand opening on November 5, 2016. The hotel is scenically located on the waterfront of the Qiantang River in Hangzhou, and will bring the highest standards of hospitality, previously reserved only for official guests of the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, to Hangzhou.
Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou draws on the exemplary tradition of the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, the Chinese Foreign Ministry's venue for hosting heads of foreign states and governments.
Stunning Grand Residence with scenic views over Hangzhou's Qiantan River
The Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou is conceived as the residence of a highly knowledgeable diplomat with rich life experiences; an individual with an open mind who is, by nature, modest and generous in disposition. The Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou is the diplomat's mansion where distinguished visitors from around the world are catered to and entertained as his guests, immersed in traditional Chinese culture combined with contemporary international elements.
The design theme is a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional Chinese courtyard residence, combined with the attractive garden scenery for which Southern China and particularly Hangzhou is famous.
Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou is designed by renowned British architecture firm, Atkins, who capture the essence of the prestigious Diaoyutai brand while infusing contemporary aesthetics into the design concept. They skillfully maintain a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, whilst also placing Hangzhou itself within a wider, international context.
The hotel's interior design is by noted Hong Kong firm Cheng Chung Design. The lobby, restaurants, guest rooms, and banquet halls form a continuous space which fuses international elements with Chinese aesthetics. The functional areas blend the rich legacy of Diaoyutai and the diplomatic culture of the State Guesthouse with the cultural legacy and scenic charms of Hangzhou, one of the eight ancient capitals of China.
The hotel boasts 162 elegantly furnished guestrooms, of which 91 come with stunning river views. The spacious rooms range in size from 60sqm to 315sqm, (with an overall average of 90sqm). Rooms come in many different styles, helping to give the feeling of a residence rather than just another hotel.
A highlight is the double height Sky Ballroom on the 18th floor, which is flanked by two large outdoor gardens, one in Western and one in Chinese style, ideal for weddings, meetings, banquets and prestigious events. Also on the 18th floor, is Vila Hangzhou, or Villa 18, a beautiful private dining pavilion named after Villa 18, the most prestigious villa at The Diaoyutai State Guest House which has hosted US Presidents, Queen Elizabeth II and many other world leaders.
Villa Hangzhou serves the renowned Diaoyutai cuisine, which creatively fuses Chinese and Western cuisines, and has been perfected over many years of service to world leaders at the State Guesthouse.
Other dining options are the Royal Court restaurant, which serves Diaoyutai cuisine and other Chinese delicacies, Pinju Hangzhou which is a casual all day dining Chinese restaurant designed to resemble a local food street, which offers Hangzhou and Shanghai Cuisine. These are complemented by Fangfei Lobby Lounge - an all-day dining restaurant serving Chinese and Western Food.
The hotel is equipped with a 20-meter long indoor swimming pool, complete with Jacuzzi and fitness centre to provide a healthy and relaxing experience throughout your stay. The fitness centre features a vertical garden adjacent to the indoor pool which offers a pleasantly unexpected "al fresco" swimming experience by means of a tiled roof and an ingenious lighting system.
Commanding stunning river views and natural beauty near the forest garden, Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou is located at No. 65, Wuxing Road, Jianggan District, Qianjiang Central Business District, 25-minute driving distance to Xiaoshan International Airport, and about 30-40-minute driving distance to the West Lake or Liuhe Pagoda.
Gary Chan, General Manager of Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou, said, "Hangzhou is an ancient capital with rich culture and history. The hotel blends the culture of this time-honoured city and top-tier hospitality and service originated from the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, bringing Chinese style hospitality experiences with a modern touch to our guests."
About Diaoyutai Brand
Diaoyutai is a new brand under the corporate leadership of Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality. It proudly continues the legacy of unmatched service from the revered Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, while incorporating the expertise of MGM Resorts International to create the first truly Chinese international hotel brand.
The Diaoyutai hotel brand draws its name and inspiration from the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, which has an illustrious history stretching back more than 800 years. The "Diaoyutai" (the Chinese literally means 'fishing platform') was where Jin Dynasty Emperor Zhang Zong used to go fishing - on the very spot where the fabled Guesthouse now stands. During the Qing Dynasty, the Emperor Qian Long handwrote the three Chinese characters of 'Diao' 'Yu' 'Tai', and these now form the logo of the Diaoyutai Hotel. Diaoyutai State Guesthouse was founded in 1959 in Beijing, and has received and accommodated more than 1,300 heads of foreign states and governments.
The Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou embodies the essence of Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in upholding the highest standards of hospitality in China. This includes a constantly changing Diaoyutai Cuisine menu, which creatively fuses Chinese and Western cuisines, as well as distinctive architectural styles that create an unforgettable encounter between differing cultures. Diaoyutai State Guesthouse also owns an extensive collection of Chinese arts and crafts, many showcased in contemporary styles and settings. In addition, based on Chinese philosophy, Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou expresses Chinese classical culture. It achieves this by paying attention to, and carrying forward, the traditional artisan spirit through contemporary Chinese aesthetics and tastes and by focusing on a global vision.
At every hotel under the Diaoyutai Hotel brand, guests will be enchanted by the rich cultural heritage, broad perspective, and unique environment on offer.
About Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality
Established in 2007, Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality is a joint venture between Diaoyutai State Guesthouse - the Chinese Foreign Ministry's venue for hosting heads of state - and MGM Resorts International, the top global luxury hotel and entertainment group. The venture is committed to combining the brand advantages of its parent companies to develop and operate luxury hotels and resorts around the world. There are four hotel brands under Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality: Diaoyutai, MGM Grand, Bellagio and Diaoyutai-MGM Residences. Among the China holdings are MGM Grand Sanya, Diaoyutai Boutique Hotel Chengdu and Diaoyutai Hotel, Hangzhou.
For more information, please visit group website: www.dytmgm.com.
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