Haining, one of the historic cities in Zhejiang province, China welcomes its first international five-star hotel with the opening of Langham Place, Haining this week.
Following successful openings in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Ningbo and Xiamen, Langham Place, Haining takes its place as the seventh Langham Hospitality Group property in mainland China, and the 20th in its global portfolio.
A contemporary landmark in the city skyline, Langham Place is strategically located in the CBD centre of the city. Combining the classical culture of Haining and Langham's modern lifestyle allure, the hotel marks a new era of modern luxury for the historic city.
"We are delighted to introduce the Langham Place hotel to the rapidly growing city of Haining," says Robert Warman, chief executive officer of Langham Hospitality Group. "Together with the developer, Mingly Real Estate Corporation, we are committed to creating a luxury hotel and sophisticated lifestyle destination that will be the centre piece of this exciting new urban development."
Langham Place, Haining is part of an integrated complex comprising a shopping centre, commercial offices and high-end serviced apartments. It is a 90-minute drive to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Railway Station, and one hour to the Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport and the picturesque city of Hangzhou.
"Our mission is to lead the hotel market by bringing true international luxury to Haining. In addition to the excellent amenities, we have an experienced and talented hotel team ready to welcome our guests with the finest service befitting the Langham Place brand," says Jeroen Jolij, general manager of Langham Place, Haining.
The interiors of Langham Place, Haining represent the contemporary elegance which the Langham brand is renowned, and also references Chinese culture to perfectly present the dual aesthetic concept. The hotel's distinctive façade is inspired by traditional Chinese windows and lattice screens, complemented by a custom-designed light line and metal skirt, making it a distinctive landmark in the city.
Langham Place, Haining offers 263 stylish guestrooms and suites across eight different room types, and unparalleled service perfectly suited for the global business and leisure travelers, including the 82 square meter Langham Suite on the top floor with expansive views of the surrounding cityscape; and a 104 square meters Residence with spectacular floor-to-ceiling view of Haining.
All rooms and suites feature Langham signature Blissful Beds, Chuan Spa bath amenities to ensure a relaxing stay. For the comfort of female travellers, Langham Place, Haining is the first hotel in the city to reserve an entire floor exclusively for female guests. Guestrooms on the 'Ladies Floor' feature soft pink and champagne tones, luxurious bedding and thoughtful hair and skin care amenities for a comfortable and memorable stay.
In terms of dining options, Langham Place, Haining features three restaurants and a stylish Lobby Lounge. The all-day dining restaurant The Place serves a grand buffet of European and Asian cuisines from interactive open kitchens, plus an innovative chef's a la carte menu. Echoing the Chinese-inspired hotel façade, the fashionable neoclassical design and beautiful outdoor garden provides a smart setting for relaxing with family, friends and business colleagues.
Signature Chinese restaurant Ming Court, reminiscent of its Michelin-star namesake at Langham Place, Hong Kong, specializes in modern and innovative Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant is adjacent to the Ming Wine Cellar which houses more than 100 different wines from around the world that are specially curated to complement the Ming Court signature dishes.
High ceilings and glass walls of The Salon create a bright and refreshing ambience, extending to a large outdoor patio and landscaped gardens. This lobby lounge offers The Langham Signature Cocktails, and The Langham Afternoon Tea with Wedgwood. A soothing soundtrack, superb views especially at night makes The Salon the perfect place to socialize and relax in Haining.
As the city's premier destination for any business conference, family celebration or social events with over 3,000 square meters functional space, the hotel features generous meeting and banqueting facilities that include a 1,100 square metres pillar-free grand ballroom, and eight multi-function rooms ranging from 45 to 100 square metres. Whether it is an outdoor wedding, an intimate gathering of friends or an elaborate special milestone celebration, Langham Place, Haining has the perfect venue and services to cater the guests' needs. Promising to be a highly-sought after location, the hotel's Wedding Chapel - the first of its kind of the Zhejiang province - is set amidst the landscaped wedding garden along the river.
Langham Place offers holistic wellness and fitness facilities enabling guests to revitalise body, mind and soul in true style. The hotel features a Chuan Spa, Langham's award-winning spa concept incorporating the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and advanced spa expertise in a tranquil, meditative sanctuary. The spacious spa and wellness centre includes six private spa treatment rooms, fully equipped fitness centre and the contemporary design indoor swimming pool seems a harbor of soul with floor to ceiling windows extend and tranquil outdoor terrace.
The historic city of Haining boasts a timeless culture and picturesque landscapes combined with a prosperous economy and inspiring development plans. Haining is also a prime viewing location for the Qiantang River tidal bore and is renowned as China's "Leather Town," which draws travellers from across China and around the world.
