Westin Opens Second Brand in Beijing

(Above is Beijing National Stadium where many of the Olympic Games events will be held)

BEIJING, CHINA--In the presence of Chinese government dignitaries, proud owners and senior hotel executives and staff members, the Westin Beijing Chaoyang (top left photo) opens it doors to welcome guests, in time for the 29th Beijing Olympic Games.

The 550-room property is the second Westin in Beijing, and its opening reflects the expansion of the Westin brand in China.

“It is our honor to work with China Jinmao Group Limited. We believe that both tourists and business travelers to Beijing will soon enjoy a renewing stay with both the luxurious accommodation and instinctive services provided by The Westin Beijing Chaoyang in China’s capital city.” said Daniel R. Aylmer, (top right photo) General Manager of The Westin Beijing Chaoyang.

“We are very excited to open in the booming area of Chaoyang District,(middle photo shows older area) adding more options in terms of accommodation and in the dining and entertainment scene, bringing a new breath of life and renewal to the city,” added Aylmer.

The Westin Beijing Chaoyang is located in the very heart of Beijing’s Central Business District. This central location offers a convenient retreat for business and leisure travelers alike. It is a 25-minute drive from Beijing International Airport and a convenient 15-minute walk to the major malls and bar district.

(Photo of the Guomao Bridge in Downtown Beijing is at right)

Adjacent to the international diplomatic and business community of Beijing. This makes the central presence of The Westin Beijing Chaoyang ideal, appropriate and exciting. The Westin is the latest upper upscale hotel to open in booming Liang Ma He area since the mid-90’s.

The 550-room hotel offers some of the largest guestrooms in the Chaoyang District with a minimum guestroom size of 40 m² and up to 320 m² for suites, all offering reprieve and renewal catered for guests’ needs.

The rooms are designed with sensitivity to each person’s unique path to unwind, to ensure that everyone leaves feeling better than they felt upon arrival. All The Westin Beijing Chaoyang rooms come with four signature features Heavenly Bed®, Rainforest Shower, Technology Support and Refreshment Center.

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