FUZHOU, China and MCLEAN, Va. - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South, a 17-storey, 242-room new-build hotel that will welcome business and leisure travelers visiting Fuzhou, the gateway city of the ancient “silk road on the ocean” with more than 2,000 years history. DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South is owned by Fujian Sandi Grand Hotel Management Co. Ltd. and managed by Hilton.
“We are delighted to expand our presence in Fujian province with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South”, said Qian Jin, area president, Greater China & Mongolia, Hilton. “With its strong economic development, Fujian is now amongst China’s Top 10 provinces in terms of Gross Domestic Product. Ideal for both business and leisure, the hotel’s opening represents our optimism in Fujian’s bright future, and firm commitment to China”
Conveniently located in the heart of Fuzhou South Railway Station Business District, DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South is just around 3 kilometers, or a 10-minute drive, to the railway station, while the Fuzhou Government Service Center and the city’s convention and exhibition center is within 7 kilometers, or a 15-minute drive. Fuzhou Metro Line 1 is also within walking distance, providing easy access to the city’s major commercial and entertainment districts.
“Building on our rapid growth across China and Asia Pacific with more than half of our pipeline in the region, we are delighted to introduce our guests to this new addition to the DoubleTree brand,” said Shawn McAteer, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South will continue our mission to provide a comfortable stay and excellent service and accommodations, starting with our signature, warm chocolate chip cookie welcome."
Food & Beverage
DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South offers a lobby bar, an all-day dining restaurant and a Chinese restaurant, allowing guests to enjoy a variety of delicious meals without leaving the property.
- Sweet Leaf — Located on the first floor, Sweet Leaf Lobby Bar offers seasonal cocktails, local snacks and classic English afternoon tea in a comfortable and elegant space, perfect for both business and leisure meetings. At night, Sweet Leaf will transform into an energetic cocktail bar where guests can unwind and connect over bespoke cocktails.
- Fuzhou Kitchen — The all-day dining restaurant Fuzhou Kitchen offers a mouthwatering menu of local and international delights. Fuzhou Kitchen features a unique open-concept and live-cooking area, providing guests a multi-sensory gastronomic experience.
- Flavor House — Flavor House offers Fujian and Cantonese cuisine in its six spacious private dining rooms, each outfitted to provide either a business or casual setting and perfect for any intimate event.
Amenities
The hotel features 242 contemporary guest rooms, including 11 suites, all offering panoramic views of the city. All rooms are equipped with stylish, modern amenities, including the Sweet Dreams™ by DoubleTree sleep experience bedding, 55-inch LCD televisions with satellite channels, as well as a walk-in bathroom. Guests seeking exercise or relaxation also have a variety of options, including a 24-hour fitness center equipped with Precor® equipment and an indoor heated swimming pool.
Meetings and Events
With a total of 1,380 square meters of event space, DoubleTree Fuzhou South provides flexible options for business meetings, wedding banquets and other social gatherings. Spanning 533 square meters each, the hotel’s two elegant grand ballrooms can accommodate over 300 guests each. For smaller group meetings, the hotel offers two 50-square-meter function rooms and a 100-square-meter one. All meeting rooms are equipped with high-speed broadband internet access and advanced audio-visual equipment.
DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 17 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and payment to book a stay, exclusive member discounts and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital services available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check-in, choose their room and access their room using a Digital Key.
DoubleTree by Hilton Fuzhou South is located at 1123 Fuxia Road, Cangshan District, Fuzhou, just 3 kilometers from Fuzhou South Railway Station, and 35 kilometers from Fuzhou Changle International Airport.
For more information, or to make a reservation, travelers may visit fuzhousouth.doubletreebyhilton.com or call +86-591-8888 8333. For additional news on DoubleTree by Hilton, visit newsroom.hilton.com/doubletree.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 23 world-class brands comprising more than 7,600 properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the nearly 190 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of nearly 680 hotels with more than 150,000 rooms across 55 countries and territories. For more than 50 years, DoubleTree by Hilton has continued to be a symbol of comfort for business and leisure travelers around the world, from welcoming guests with its signature, warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie, to serving the local community. DoubleTree by Hilton offers contemporary accommodations and amenities, including unique food and beverage experiences, state-of-the-art fitness offerings and meetings and events spaces. Experience a positive stay at DoubleTree by Hilton by booking at doubletree.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about DoubleTree by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/doubletree, and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.