Marriott Opens New Shanghai Hotel

Marriott International opened at the end of 2011 in Shanghai its flagship property for the Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand in China. The Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre, located on Xizang Middle Rd and overlooking People’s Square, offers a total of 720 rooms and suites. "Having opened several hotels with Marriott International in Shanghai and abroad, I truly believe that this hotel is poised to make a significant impact in the city,” said Meng Lo, general manager of Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre. The hotel features five different F&B outlets including Inagiku, a Japanese restaurant; Man Ho, which serves Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine; Shanghai City Bistro, offering international fare; fresh coffees and takeaway options at Java+; and a lounge and bar. Facilities include an executive lounge, a 25m indoor pool with Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna, a gym and a spa. The entire fifth floor is a dedicated events venue, offering more than 2,000m2 of space including two pillar-free ballrooms and seven breakout rooms.