The Raffles Beijing Hotel celebrated its Grand Opening after 12 months of restoration. Since it opened its doors in the 1900s, the hotel has played a significant role in Beijing’s social and political events, hosting…
The Raffles Beijing Hotel celebrated its Grand Opening after 12 months of restoration. Since it opened its doors in the 1900s, the hotel has played a significant role in Beijing’s social and political events, hosting local and foreign dignitaries on many of these occasions.
“Beijing Tourism Group is one of China’s top 500 companies. The Group’s strategy emphasises the development of the brand in China and across the globe,” commented Mr Mei Yunxin, President, Beijing Tourism Group, “The marriage between the Raffles brandand Beijing Hotel is a fine example of this strategy. It is also a critical move in ensuring that the Group is equipped to provide an unprecedented level of service during the forthcoming Olympics Games. As we officially open Raffles Beijing Hotel today, I believe that guests will be convinced of the signature Raffles style of heartfelt service.”
“The Grand Opening is a proud moment for Raffles Hotels & Resorts,” said Chris Cahill, President & Chief Operating Officer, Fairmont Raffles Hotels International. “It is an honour for Raffles to be entrusted by the Beijing Tourism Group to manage one of Beijing’s most well known and most treasured icons. China is increasingly, a much desired
destination for both leisure and corporate travellers, and we are delighted that Raffles is part of this amazing growth and demand.”
“Raffles Beijing Hotel is a precious addition to our award-winning collection of iconic hotels,” said Diana Ee Tan, Managing Director of Raffles Hotels & Resorts. “Each of our Raffles hotels is unique in itself, not only are they landmarks, they are also rated at the top in every destination they are located. Every hotel offers the Raffles promise – which is the promise to provide the very best.”
Mr Peter Wynne, General Manager of Raffles Beijing Hotel concluded, “Raffles Beijing Hotel, with its distinguished history and legacy, will continue to be one of the city’s most significant landmarks. Infused with the Raffles style of hospitality, it will soon be wellloved not only by local residents, but by global travellers as well.”
