Marco Polo opens its newest hotel in Changzhou, China

Changzhou, China, 2014-8-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The newest Marco Polo will open in Changzhou, China on 28 August, 2014.  With 19 acres of lush gardens, Marco Polo Changzhou will be an exclusive urban oasis and the city’s prime address for events and meetings.

Located in the Xinbei District just one hour from Shanghai by high-speed train and directly adjacent to China Dinosaur Land and Dino-Valley Hot Spring, Marco Polo Changzhou is surrounded by expansive gardens and the beautiful Zaojiang River.  This stylish development scheduled to open in phases in the next two months will feature 271 rooms and suites in the main hotel and another 31 rooms and suites in The Mansion, including the luxurious Presidential Suite.  For guests preferring the exclusive comfort and personalised service of The Continental Club, our designated guest floors come with unparalleled benefits that have become hallmarks of Marco Polo hospitality.

In phase one of the opening, the Garden Café will deliver all-day dining dishes and sumptuous buffets. The culinary journey will continue in the next phase with Jiulong Ya Yuan Chinese Restaurant serving Cantonese and Huaiyang cuisines, while the Lobby Lounge and Spanish-themed Tapas Y Vino will be the perfect venues to unwind and enjoy a drink with friends and business associates.

The hotel will provide nearly 2,000 square metres of indoor meeting facilities, including the pillarless Marco Polo Ballroom and 17 well-equipped multi-function rooms, all of which feature natural sunlight.  Marco Polo Changzhou will also provide a variety of outdoor venues for weddings, riverside cocktails and garden barbecues which are supported by a dedicated events team. Other facilities will include an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, SPA, outdoor tennis court and chess room.

“The opening of Marco Polo Changzhou defines a new luxury experience with its unique facilities in our urban oasis.” said Mr. Michael Gnaegi, General Manager. “This property represents the latest and best in town and we are convinced that Marco Polo Changzhou will become a new destination to stay, meet, celebrate and entertain in this vibrant city.”

About Marco Polo Changzhou
Located in the Xinbei District and adjacent to the famous China Dinosaur Land, Marco Polo Changzhou is surrounded by 19 acres of lush garden and oversees the Zaojiang River. It is minutes away from Huning Highway (Shanghai – Nanjing), 10 minutes’ drive to Changzhou railway station and 30 minutes’ drive from Changzhou Airport. This well-designed development features 271 rooms and suites in hotel, and 31 rooms and suites in The Mansion, including Presidential Suite. Marco Polo Changzhou is equipped with 4 different restaurants and bars in character and provides abundant choices of nearly 2000 square meters indoor meeting facilities which include pillarless Marco Polo Ballroom and 17 well-equipped multi-function rooms. Marco Polo Changzhou also provides a variety of outdoor venues for weddings, riverside cocktails and garden barbecues. For self-relaxation, visit the indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, SPA, outdoor tennis court or chess room.

About Marco Polo Hotels
A wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd, Marco Polo Hotels currently operate 14 owned or managed upscale, full-service hotels throughout Hong Kong, China and the Philippines. The Group has a further 8 hotels announced or currently under development, with 3 new hotels scheduled to open in the next 12 months. Marco Polo hotels are well-known and established addresses for business and leisure travelers throughout the Asian region, with a proven reputation for exceptional service and an appreciation for their local identity. The brand maintains its long-standing ethos of discovery, creating unique guest experiences and drawing on the key philosophies of its namesake, Marco Polo, who was an adventurer, a traveler, an entrepreneur and a connoisseur of culture; just as Marco Polo’s modern travelers are today.

For more information, please contact:
Ms. Lily Jia
Director of Sales & Marketing
Tel: (86) 519 8011 6868
Fax: (86) 519 8011 6861
Email: lily.jia@marcopolohotels.com

Ms. Emma Zhang
Communications Manager
Tel: (86) 519 8011 6871
Fax: (86) 519 8011 6861
Email: emma.zhang@marcopolohotels.com