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Hilton Expands Luxury Portfolio in China with Conrad Shanghai

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The US-based Hilton Hotels Corporation has inked an agreement to manage Conrad Shanghai, a new luxury hotel development in Shanghai, China. The partnership between Hilton and Shanghai Li Xing Hotel Co Ltd marks the third Conrad brand hotel in China and underscores the company's commitment to exceptional hospitality experiences in key cities throughout the country. Scheduled to open in time for the 2008 Olympic Games, Conrad Shanghai will feature 362 guest rooms, a spa, meeting facilities, and a range of recreational activities.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hilton has expanded its luxury portfolio in China with the signing of Conrad Shanghai, a new hotel development in the heart of Xintiandi district.
  • The hotel will feature 362 guest rooms, a spa, meeting facilities, and a range of recreational activities, inspired by traditional Chinese motifs.
  • Conrad Shanghai is the third Conrad brand hotel in China, following Conrad Hong Kong and Conrad Beijing, scheduled to open in 2008.
  • The partnership demonstrates Hilton's commitment to exceptional hospitality experiences in key cities throughout China.
  • Matthew Hart, Hilton's president and chief operating officer, called the development a "benchmark for luxury hotels in China".
  • Hilton has nearly 2,700 hotels with 475,000 rooms in over 80 countries, operating under brands including Hilton, Conrad, Doubletree, and Embassy Suites Hotels.
  • Conrad Hotels has 20 luxury properties worldwide, with another seven projects under development to open in the next two years.

Statistics:

  • Hilton has 2,700 hotels worldwide with 475,000 rooms.
  • Conrad Hotels operates 20 luxury properties globally.
  • Another 7 Conrad projects are in development, set to open in the next 2 years.
  • Conrad Shanghai will have 362 guest rooms.
  • The hotel will be located in the Xintiandi district, part of an urban revitalization project in Shanghai.

Sources:

  • "Asia Pulse"
  • "The signing ceremony" mentions Matthew Hart, Hilton's president and chief operating officer, and Leo Koguan, chairman of Shanghai Li Xing Hotel Co Ltd.

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