On 30 October, 2011, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of The St. Regis Tianjin, an iconic new landmark on a rapidly evolving city skyline that is destined to become Northern China’s most prestigious gateway for business leaders, society tastemakers and discerning travelers. In the hotel’s opening ceremony, Mr. Qian Jin, Senior Vice President of Operations for Greater China of Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Mr. Liu Shi Chun, Chairman of Financial Street Holdings Co., Ltd, together with many corporate clients, dignitaries and media attended this celebration. The St. Regis Tianjin will introduce visitors to a new level of bespoke service, luxury and amenities at the city’s premier address.
“We look forward to offering our discerning guests access to the distinguished St. Regis legacy with the highest expression of personalization, refined elegance and uncompromised guest experiences.” said Mr. Qian Jin, Senior Vice President of Operations, Greater China, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, “The St. Regis Tianjin is destined to introduce a new & unparalleled standard of flawless service, classic sophistication and modern luxury into this rapidly growing city.”
The St. Regis Tianjin is an exquisite sanctuary of unsurpassed elegance at one of Tianjin’s most coveted addresses in the prestigious Heping district along the south bank of the picturesque Hai River. With its rich history as an international port city, Tianjin has for centuries been considered the “Jin Men” or “Gateway” to Northern China. The St. Regis Tianjin honors and contemporizes that tradition with a cutting-edge iconic design that is the new landmark on the city’s skyline. Designed by the renowned architecture firm of Skidmore Owings and Merrill, the 18-floor building is constructed of steel and glass in the shape of a hollowed cube that further complements the concept of “Jin Men.”
The 274-room hotel will also be the first in Tianjin to introduce the signature St. Regis Butler Service, the largest Presidential Suite in Tianjin as well as a world of epicurean experiences that are unmatched in Tianjin, with restaurants that are bound to become destinations in and of themselves for visiting travelers and locals alike, including a modern Parisian brasserie.
Tianjin’s Premier Address
The St. Regis Tianjin is perfectly situated for discerning business and leisure travelers. The hotel has easy access to the Tianjin Binhai International Airport (25 minutes by car), and is located within a five-minute walk to the Tianjin Railway Station with high-speed, 30-minute rail service to Beijing. The iconic new 76-story Tianjin World Financial Center Tower, Northern China’s tallest building and the hub of Tianjin’s burgeoning business community, is just a short walk away. Historic Oriental Street, one of Tianjin’s oldest established financial districts, is located a few blocks from the hotel.
A number of important historic and cultural locations as well as high-end dining and entertainment venues are also within easy walking distance. Nearby cultural locations include Ancient Culture Street, Heavenly Queen Temple, Porcelain House, the Serenity Garden, New Italian Town and Golden Road. Just a few blocks away, the trendy Jinwan Plaza offers fine dining, theaters and hip nightclubs in a bright and lively setting.
Tianjin’s Most Luxurious Accommodations
The St. Regis Tianjin will define a new benchmark in the city for modern luxury and bespoke services. The hotel offers 238 exquisitely designed guestrooms and 36 suites that are among the largest in Tianjin. Ranging in size from 42 to 427 sqm, the guestrooms and suites have been thoughtfully designed and appointed to provide travelers with a unique respite from the hectic urban pace. The elegant décor is a seamless integration of contemporary Western aesthetic and ancient Chinese influences punctuated by floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the Hai River and downtown Tianjin. Each room offers modern conveniences such as flat screen LCD televisions with multi-channel cable, iPod docking stations with sound systems, and high speed wireless internet access. The spacious and lavishly appointed bathrooms offer double vanities, luxurious rainforest showers, plush towels and robes, and exclusive Remede accessories.
During their stay, each guest will enjoy the services of their personal St. Regis butler – a first for a Tianjin hotel. For more than a century, the renowned St. Regis Butler Service has been the famed hallmark of the St. Regis Hotels and Resorts. All St. Regis butlers are trained in the English tradition of impeccable service; at the ready to cater to individual requests, no matter how great or small at any hour of the night. From arrival to departure, the St. Regis butlers provide flawless, personalized attention to each guest, and they are the one point of contact for the guest – answering all of their questions and meeting all of their needs.
A New Culinary Scene for Tianjin
The St. Regis Tianjin will offer a world of distinctive epicurean experiences with a selection of riverfront restaurants that are sure to become popular destinations for visiting travelers and VIP locals alike.
Riviera Restaurant introduces the refined brasserie experience to Tianjin with a dedicated French menu and ambiance of a Parisian brasserie. Amidst an elegant setting with beautiful views of the Hai River, guests will enjoy a daily menu of modern French dishes paired with selections curated from an unrivalled list of international wines.
A sophisticatedly casual restaurant, Promenade offers all-day dining with a selection of Italian and Mediterranean dishes, including the signature “Pizza by the Meter” as well as a remarkable olive oil collection.
Yan Ting, a modern Chinese restaurant with Cantonese cuisine, offers 11 private rooms with menus specially designed to appeal to both business executives dropping in for a quick lunch or for a group of socialites spending an afternoon together or celebrating special occasions with their families in Tianjin. Yan Ting offers Tianjin’s only 24K Gold and Silver Menus for celebrating wedding anniversaries.
Decanter is the perfect place for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs; featuring an extensive wine cellar with wines from the world’s most celebrated vineyards. With a cosmopolitan and deeply masculine setting, The St. Regis Bar will become Tianjin’s favorite after-work meeting place where friends and colleagues can relax while enjoying a ‘Jin Mary,’ the St. Regis Tianjin’s own version on the original cocktail created at The King Cole Bar at the flagship St. Regis New York. A rare haven of refined luxury, The St. Regis Bar is also a place for guests to enjoy the enduring tradition of St. Regis Afternoon Tea and Kung Fu Tea Service.
The Perfect Place for Business & Special Event
With its ideal proximity to Tianjin’s financial ad government district and key commercial areas, The St. Regis Tianjin is poised to become the leading venue for corporate functions, stylish social events, and high-profile product launches. The hotel offers more than 2,700sqm of thoughtfully designed and thoroughly functional meeting and special event spaces, including the elegant Sky Ballroom on the 15th floor with sweeping views of Tianjin, and a lovely rooftop garden for small corporate events and cocktail parties.
Iridium Spa
The St. Regis Tianjin features the signature Iridium Spa managed by Touch Spa, a five-star luxury spa designed for maximum comfort and wellbeing. The spacious 1,200sqm spa offers five private treatment rooms and two couples suites. A pair of VIP rooms are furnished with double Jacuzzis, SPA massage beds, private lockers and hot spa salon beds. Afterwards, guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the indoor swimming pool.
Opening Packages
The St. Regis Tianjin is offering special Opening Packages from now until 29th February 2012 for visitors to experience for themselves the new standard of luxury for Tianjin. Packages include:
• Business Traveller Package – RMB 908 + service charge of 15% includes:
One night accommodation in a Superior Room with unique views over the downtown area of Tianjin; two pieces of free laundry per stay; welcome beverage upon check-in, packing and unpacking services, 4pm late checkout subject to availability; and triple SPG® Starpoints.
• First Class Opening Package – RMB 998 + service charge of 15% includes:
One night accommodation in Deluxe Room with complimentary upgrade from Superior Room; 3-course Chef’s Dinner per person per stay; breakfast for two guests; complimentary high speed internet in room; two pieces of free laundry per stay; 4pm late checkout upon availability; and triple SPG® starpoints
For more information or reservations, please visit www.stregis.com/tianjin. All offers are exclusive of service charges.
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, Sanya Yalong Bay, Shenzhen, Tianjin 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 1058 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.
About the owning company – Financial Street Holdings Co., Ltd
Financial Street Holdings Co., Ltd is a large-scale state-owned holding company focused on commercial real estate, as Financial Street Holdings as well as a listed company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
Since becoming a listed company through replacement of assets in 2000, for over a decade, Financial Street Holdings have adhered to steady management, by-the-book operations and achieved growth through sound means. Over time, this developed into our unique development strategy and business model, realizing outstanding achievements in commercial real estate development. From a mere presence to true greatness, Financial Street Holdings has grown into the industry leader today with the competitive edge in China’s rapid development of market economy.
While Financial Street Holdings dedicate ourselves to the overall development, operations and management of the Beijing Financial Street area, leveraging on its recourses and brand strengths, Financial Street Holdings also increased investments into other key cities around China, gradually establishing a business development structure with Beijing at its core and extending into other major cities around China.
In terms of business development, Financial Street Holdings have developed a model with key focus on development of commercial real estate, with appropriate holdings on certain quality properties, and supplemented by fast-selling property projects. To date, Financial Street Holdings own numerous real estate development projects and self-operated properties in key cities across China. The hotel projects owned including The Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street, Sheraton Huizhou Beach Resort and The Financial Street Apartments.
