Continuing Starwood’s Expansion across China, Four Points by Sheraton Luohe Provides Comfort amid Style, Offering Value for Money, in a Dynamic Locale
LUOHE, China, Nov. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the grand opening of Four Points by Sheraton Luohe. Owned by Central China Real Estate Limited, the hotel is the first international branded hotel in Luohe City, as well as the first Four Points by Sheraton in Henan Province, China. As part of Starwood's rapid expansion plans in key second and third tiered markets across Asia Pacific, Four Points by Sheraton Luohe marks the 28th Four Points property in the region, and the 16th in Greater China alone.
"We are thrilled to introduce our fast-growing Four Points brand to Henan Province for the first time," says Qian Jin, President, Greater China, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. "Four Points by Sheraton Luohe is a refreshing addition to Luohe's hospitality options, offering travelers a compelling blend of comfort and style – all at a great price."
Located in the center of Henan province, the ancient town of Luohe boasts thousands of years of rich history; today, the bustling city is known for its food production industries, including its famous ham. On Songshan West Road in the premier Songjiang New District, the Four Points by Sheraton Luohe is across the street from the Luohe Education, Culture, and Arts Center, minutes from the city center and railway station, and a 90-minute drive from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO).
The newly constructed hotel houses 244 stylish and comfortable guest rooms and suites that sport clean architectural lines and warm contemporary furnishings. Designed for maximum comfort and convenience, each room features the renowned Four Points by Sheraton Four Comfort BedTM, an oversized work desk, and a 42-inch flat screen television. Other thoughtful amenities include free bottled water and complimentary Wi-Fi in public spaces.
Always an honest value, Four Points by Sheraton Luohe provides guests with culinary pleasures, including a delicious breakfast with great coffee to start the day right. The Eatery, the hotel’s signature restaurant, offers an extensive global buffet -- the only one of its kind in Luohe. China Spice restaurant serves medicinal Chinese dishes, seasoned for optimal health and taste, and Hong Kong style desserts. Guests can also relax in the Lobby Lounge, enjoying a local hand-crafted beer from the hotel’s Best BrewsSM program.
For meetings and banquets, Four Points by Sheraton Luohe provides 1,108 square meters of state-of-the-art function facilities, including a pillarless ballroom with a ceiling height of over six meters, and six versatile meeting rooms. The hotel also features a fully equipped fitness center, indoor temperature controlled swimming pool, and relaxing spa with signature treatments.
"Four Points is all about life's simple pleasures. We take an uncomplicated and fun approach in our service offering, giving travelers everything they need to be comfortable and productive on the road. The opening of the Four Points by Sheraton Luohe is certainly an exciting period for the brand, and we look forward to welcoming our first guests," says Mr. Qian.
As part of the hotel's opening, Four Points by Sheraton Luohe is offering an introductory package of RMB380 net per night in a Comfort Room, with breakfast for two persons. This special offer is valid until March 31, 2013.
For more information about the hotel, please visit: www.fourpoints.com/luohe
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About Four Points by Sheraton
Great Hotels. Great Rates: With over 155 Four Points hotels in nearly 30 countries, travelers can find a great stay with classic style, genuine service and timeless comfort they’re looking for, all around the world. From Santiago to Shanghai and Milan to Milwaukee, Four Points hotels can be found in big urban centers, by the airport, near the beach, and in the suburbs.
Four Points by Sheraton, like all brands within Starwood’s portfolio, is proud to offer the Starwood Preferred Guest® program, which offers a breakthrough policy of no blackout dates on Free Night Awards. To learn more, visit www.spg.com.
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1,128 properties in 100 countries and territories with 154,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and Element SM. The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
