January 5 2012
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Takes Luxury to New Heights with the Debut of the 100-Story St. Regis Shenzhen
The St. Regis Shenzhen is Now Starwood’s Tallest Hotel Worldwide
and One of the Tallest Buildings in China
SHENZHEN, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 5, 2012--
St. Regis® Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
Inc. (NYSE: HOT), announces today the highly anticipated opening of The
St. Regis Shenzhen, now the world’s tallest St. Regis hotel and the
tallest building in the city. Following recent openings in Bangkok,
Tianjin and Sanya Yalong Bay, The St. Regis Shenzhen marks the brand’s
fourth hotel opening in Asia in the last six months with additional
plans to debut globally with The St. Regis Doha, The St. Regis Abu
Dhabi, The St. Regis Mauritius Resort, The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
and the newly renovated St. Regis Aspen Resort, in the next six months.
“The opening of The St. Regis Shenzhen represents a significant moment
for St. Regis, as the brand continues to grow globally in destinations
designed for a new generation of affluent travelers,” says Paul James,
Global Brand Leader St. Regis and The Luxury Collection Hotels &
Resorts. “We are eager to debut The St. Regis Shenzhen to both
international travelers and the local community,” continues General
Manager Stephen Ford. “With our superb location, sophisticated service
and refined elegance, we look forward to offering guests an unparalleled
experience both befitting of the destination and true to the St. Regis
legacy.”
Designed by famed architect Sir Terry Farrell, The St. Regis Shenzhen in
Kingkey 100 is destined to become one of the defining silhouettes on the
city’s dynamic skyline, occupying the top 28 floors of the 100-story
landmark building. The St. Regis Shenzhen will offer guests a new
dimension of luxury with 257 sumptuously appointed guest rooms and 40
suites with spectacular views of the city. The hotel will feature a
sprawling Iridium Spa, a collection of world class restaurants and
lounges and will be the only hotel in the Shenzhen to offer the
legendary signature St. Regis Butler Service to all guests.
“Opening The St Regis Shenzhen atop the city’s tallest building is
perfect way to introduce the iconic St. Regis brand to one of China’s
most modern cities,” said Qian Jin, Senior Vice President of Operations,
Greater China, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “As Shenzhen continues to
emerge as an international destination, discerning travelers and the
city’s social set will welcome the bespoke service and beyond
expectation experiences that only St. Regis can offer.”
Luxury Accommodations & Service
The St. Regis Shenzhen combines sophisticated luxury with the
cosmopolitan energy of the city. Ranging in size from 40 to 325 square
meters, each guest room and suite is exquisitely styled and lavishly
appointed, providing travelers with a unique luxurious respite from the
hectic urban pace. The 257 guest rooms and 40 suites are meticulously
designed blending contemporary décor and the intricate detailing, each
with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of the city.
The guest rooms feature luxurious beds with sumptuous 300-count Egyptian
linens, lush bath towels and robes, flat screen cable televisions and
wireless internet access. Additionally, The St. Regis Shenzhen will be
the first hotel in the city to provide fully customized iPad2 remote
controls in each room allowing guests to easily connect and manage all
of the room’s amenities.
Following the tradition of the legendary St. Regis New York, The St.
Regis Shenzhen will feature the famed hallmark of St. Regis hotels –
signature St. Regis Butler Service – which offers unparalleled
round-the-clock personal attention to every guest. Trained in the
English tradition, the butlers provide ever-present yet unobtrusive
service while anticipating residents’ needs.
Exquisite Culinary Experiences
A wide array of world-class restaurants and lounges are situated on the
top floors of The St. Regis Shenzhen where breathtaking views accompany
exceptional cuisine. Each with its unique setting, distinct ambience and
outstanding menus, the collection of culinary venues promise to surpass
the discerning tastes of St. Regis guests and local residents alike.
Located on the 96th floor, The St. Regis Bar and the Drawing
Room bring back the hotel glamour of the early 20th
century with classic cocktails and the enduring tradition of St. Regis’
Signature Afternoon Tea. On the 95th floor Social
offers all day dining featuring international cuisine and endless views
in a lively atmosphere and Elba, on the 99th floor,
offers authentic Mediterranean dining and fine wines in an elegant, warm
atmosphere with panoramic views. Decanter, on the 100th
floor, is a sky-high urban wine bar offering Shenzhen’s largest
selection of wines and a private tasting room for small gatherings. The
penthouse level houses Malt and Library, a unique whisky
and cigar bar featuring an extensive menu of single malts served with
exquisite Cubans and never-ending views.
Shenzhen’s First Iridium Spa
Exclusive to St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, Iridium Spa
complements The St. Regis Shenzhen with the bespoke touches of a rare
spa experience and treatments tailored to guests’ elemental needs, as
precious as the metal for which the spa is named. Building on a legacy
that dates back to 1938 and the grand opening of The Iridium Room at The
St. Regis New York, Iridium Spa articulates the same distinctive
elegance—both in the enthralling design of its treatment suites and in
thoughtful gestures like a signature tea ritual. Located on the 75th
floor, the 700 square meters Iridium Spa at The St. Regis Shenzhen will
feature eight treatment suites, including two large couples suites and a
Vichy Shower suite. Just adjacent to the spa, a stunning 28-meter indoor
infinity pool seems to “spill” out over the city with a spectacular
floor-to-ceiling windows and a tranquil ambience. Guests of Iridium
leave their watches and communication devices in a secure vessel upon
arrival before being escorted on a transformative journey that bestows
the rarest luxury of all: Time.
Elevating Business Meetings & Special Events
An epicenter for finance, technology and trade, Shenzhen is emerging as
one of China’s most cosmopolitan and affluent cities making The St.
Regis Shenzhen the perfect hub for business travelers. With an
address that defines stature and social distinction, The St. Regis
Shenzhen is poised to become the city’s leading venue for corporate
gatherings, high society galas and high-profile events. The hotel offers
2,100 square meters of meeting and function space, including a beautiful
ballroom and eight separate event rooms with versatile layouts and
state-of-the-art amenities.
Superb Location in Shenzhen’s Financial and Retail Center
Located in the heart of the Caiwuwei financial district, The St. Regis
Shenzhen is just an elevator ride away from the most luxury shopping on
the lower floors of the Kingkey 100. The Shenzhen Stock Exchange and the
Di Wang building are only a short walk from the hotel as well as the Da
Ju Yuan Metro Station, which offers quick access to the rest of the
city. Shenzhen Baoan International Airport is a short drive from the
hotel, with hundreds of flights weekly to the gateway and secondary
cities as well as leisure destinations in China, plus international
cities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
The St. Regis Shenzhen is offering a series of special grand opening
packages. For more information or reservations, please visit www.stregis.com/shenzhen.
About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Combining classic sophistication and modern luxury, the St. Regis brand
remains faithful to its commitment to excellence. Founded by John Jacob
Astor IV, with the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City
over a century ago, the St. Regis brand of hotels and residences is
known for its unique luxury dimension, customized service and refined
elegance in the best destinations worldwide. Plans for the brand to
globally continue its legacy include long-awaited St. Regis US and Latin
American hotels and resorts in Bal Harbour, Buenos Aires and the Riviera
Maya. In Asia, St. Regis has also announced plans to open hotels in
Changsha, Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, Lijiang and Zhuhai. In Europe, Africa
and the Middle East, the St. Regis brand will continue to expand in Abu
Dhabi, Amman, Cairo, Doha and Mauritius. The distinctive trait of the
St. Regis experience is customized service and attention to detail
through signature St. Regis Butler Service, coveted locations and
luxurious design. For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts,
please visit www.stregis.com
and for the privilege of residential ownership, please visit www.stregis.com/residences.
About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel
and leisure companies in the world with 1,071 properties in 100
countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and
managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner,
operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the
following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury
Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by
Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM. The company
boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood
Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for
room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood
Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier
developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership
resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
Source: Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc.
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Katie Roberts, +1-212-380-4049
Katie.Roberts@starwoodhotels.com
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