SHANWEI, China and MCLEAN, Va., July 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT), announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei, which debuts as the first international hotel in Shanwei, a coastal destination in Guangdong province. The 11-storey, 288-room seaside getaway welcomes guests with extensive recreational and family-friendly facilities, a wide range of dining options and expansive event spaces, offering itself as the ideal destination for weddings, family getaways or conferences. The property is owned by Poly Developments and Holdings and managed by Hilton.
"DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei is proud to be the first international hotel in Shanwei, a picturesque ocean city that is quickly becoming a destination of choice for leisure and business travelers from neighboring cities such as Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Hong Kong," said Qian Jin, area president, Greater China & Mongolia, Hilton, "As the Shenzhen-Shanwei Special Cooperation Zone furthers the region to become a premier marine hub that sets the benchmark of world-class standards for businesses, residents and tourists, DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei will play an integral role in the region's economic development and be of strategic importance to Hilton's development in China."
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei is located along the scenic Jinting Bay, where guests can enjoy rooms and suites that offer panoramic ocean sunset views or stroll directly from the hotel onto seven kilometers of tranquil beach. The hotel's proximity to nearby cities such as Guangzhou and Shenzhen makes it easy for urban residents to drive in for a weekend getaway. Shanwei Railway Station is only nine kilometers away, where guests can conveniently connect to nearby cities and international airports. With the hotel's easy access to public transportation, guests can also enjoy easy access to the downtown urban centers.
"As DoubleTree by Hilton celebrates its 50th brand anniversary this year, it enjoys continued rapid expansion in China as Hilton's second-fastest growing brand in the Greater China region, proof that our exceptional facilities and warm hospitality resonate with our guests here," said Shawn McAteer, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "We look forward to delivering our personalized service and signature, warm DoubleTree by Hilton Cookie welcome in the relaxing oceanfront hotel – a destination in itself with upscale event facilities, cozy outdoor spaces and ample seaside recreation for the whole family to enjoy."
Additional hotel features and amenities include:
Guests can indulge in a range of gastronomic experiences in the property's four dining establishments.
Each of the 288 guest rooms, including 26 suites, offer guests comfort and convenience for a rejuvenating stay. Rooms are equipped with stylish, modern amenities, including the Sweet DreamsTM by DoubleTree sleep experience bedding, 49-inch LCD televisions with satellite channels, as well as spacious bathrooms.
To complement the oceanfront location, the hotel offers guests a wide array of activities for entertainment, exercise and relaxation. Boasting the city's only outdoor infinity pool, families can spend the day on the property-front beach with direct access to the outdoor large infinity pool and family pool, or spend rainy days in the heated indoor pool, hot tub or kid's club. Guests have 24-hour access to a complete fitness center with Technogym® equipment.
With 1,480 square meters of meeting space, and the city's only hotel with a 500-square-meter outdoor event space with unobstructed ocean views, DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei is the optimal venue for weddings, business meetings and other gatherings. The elegant 900-square-meter pillarless Grand Ballroom, one of the city's largest ballrooms, can accommodate up to 800 guests, and is joined by seven other function rooms for conferences, reunions and other events.
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 17 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can't be found anywhere else, and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital tools available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key.
DoubleTree by Hilton Shanwei is located at Jinting Bay, Magong Street, Shanwei, Guangdong, 516600, PRC., just 130km from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, and 180 km from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport.
For more information, or to make a reservation, travelers may visit http://www.doubletree.com or call +86 660 3918888.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of more than 560 upscale hotels with more than 130,000 rooms across six continents. Over the past 50 years, DoubleTree by Hilton has maintained its philosophy that it's the little things that make a big difference, from welcoming guests with its signature, warm DoubleTree Cookie, to serving the local community. Thanks to the dedication of its Team Members, DoubleTree by Hilton ensures the absolute best experiences for guests and continues to be a symbol of comfort through contemporary accommodations and amenities, including unique food and beverage experiences, state-of-the-art fitness offerings, and meetings and event spaces. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. To make reservations, travelers may visit doubletree.com. Connect with DoubleTree by Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Learn about the latest brand news at newsroom.hilton.com/doubletree.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 17 world-class brands comprising more than 5,700 properties with more than 923,000 rooms, in 113 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world's most hospitable company, Hilton earned a spot on the 2018 world's best workplaces list, and has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its 100-year history. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, more than 89 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy, plus enjoy instant benefits, including digital check-in with room selection, Digital Key, and Connected Room. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Poly Property Group
Poly Property Group is the sole overseas-listed real estate company of "China Poly Group", the large-scale state-owned enterprises under the supervision of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission ("SASAC") of the State Council of PRC. It is listed on the HKEx' main market, HK Stock Code: 00119. After the 30 years' development, China Poly Group has trade, real estate, cultural & arts, mineral resources, and explosive business. Balanced development of five industries, Poly is developing in multi-fields. Poly Property Group inherits the cultural resources of China Poly Group, dedicates in building 30 cities during 20 years, insists on "Expertizing in Cultural Real Estate", with our core value of 'Cultural, Harmonious, Natural and High-end' and focuses on 3 sectors: Property Development, real estate investment and property management.
