Langham, Yangtze Boutique, Shanghai Opens
Art Deco Boutique Hotel Set to Wow Glamorous Shanghai
MAY 4, 2009 - The doors of The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, Shanghai are now open, enablingguests to experience the glamour of the Golden Age of Old Shanghai in a unique ArtDeco masterpiece.
The first, very fashionable guests to arrive were Francesco Sibilio, Head Designer andAlessandro Maione, Corporate Lawyer from Italian fashion brand Energie Denim.Stefan Heintze, General Manager of The Langham welcomed the first guests toShanghai's latest boutique hotel and bestowed upon them the invitation to get"Absolutely Shanghaied" and enjoy the eponymously-named cocktails at the hotel'sbar, on the house for all future stays at the hotel.
For the first two months, all guests staying at the hotel will also be given theopportunity to get "Absolutely Shanghaied" with a beverage of their choice in thehotel's glamorous bar as well as complimentary breakfast and broadband internet.Mr Heintze said: "The hotel allows the guest to relive the glamour, elegance and funof Shanghai's Golden Age in the 1930's. The parallels of Shanghai today and Shanghaiin the 1930's are uncanny, as both are times when Shanghai was, and now is, themost exciting city in the world. The style, services and facilities we offer reflect thisexciting time in Shanghai's development."
Special opening room rates start at RMB1700 and guests can call the hotel directly on(86) 6060 0800 or make their own reservations on www.langhamhotels.comYesterday's Charms with Today's Amenities
The hotel's Art Deco heritage fused with a modern Shanghai residence inspires theinterior design which captivates the senses and has a wink of surprise. Each of thehotel's 96 exquisite rooms and suites offers a personal sanctuary of comfort,distinguished by the opulence of Old Shanghai and the luxury of spacioussurroundings.
The combination of Art Deco splendour and technological sophistication in theseguestrooms makes The Langham, Yangtze Boutique a rarity amongst Shanghaihotels. Many rooms have the uncommon luxury of a private balcony or terraceallowing guests a privileged perspective of Shanghai's bustling street life.While the hotel amply demonstrates yesterday's charms, it also showcases 21stcentury amenities. Every guestroom and suite features Broadband Internet and Wifiaccess, Internet Protocol Phones, iHome iPod docking station, DVD Player, 42" LCD TVin bedroom and 19" a LCD TV in a spacious marble bathroom as well as a generouslysized business desk.
Reflecting Shanghai's cosmopolitan culture and needs of today's discerning travellersthe hotel features four sensational restaurants - T'ang Court - the newest sister ofthe two Michelin Star restaurant in Hong Kong, Ciao Dining Room - the perfectItalian and it's baby brother Ciao Bambino, Mado Izakaya - a Japanese window to theworld and Palm Court - the traditional home of afternoon tea. No matter what yourculinary preference, these outlets deliver true gastronomic delights.
The Langham, Yangtze Boutique,Shanghai now openGeneral Manager Stefan Heintze with first guestsFrancesco Sibilio, Head Designer and Alessandro Maione,Corporate Lawyer from Italian fashion brand EnergieDenim
About Langham Hotels International bout & Its Affiliates
Langham has a legendary hotel heritage dating back to 1865 when The Langham in Londonoriginally opened as Europe's first Grand Hotel. For over 140 years, this flagship hotel has beenat the forefront of sophisticated and gracious hospitality. Today, all Langham Hotelsworldwide inherit the same philosophy that reflects elegance in design, innovation inhospitality, genuine service and captivation of the senses creating a truly unique hotelexperience.
The group is pursuing an aggressive portfolio growth strategy using its distinctive brands andaffiliate - The Langham, Langham Place and Eaton. Currently 15 hotels, including affiliates, areopen or in the pipeline across four continents.
The Langham is where guests can enjoy service with poise and be enchanted by ourinnovation and traditions while Langham Place, the fun sibling of The Langham, is aboutliving the 21st century through design, technology and attitude, epitomising stimulating andartistic hospitality
Eaton, a premium four-star affiliate property, aims to surprise and delight our guests with avalue-for-money proposition that delivers a stylish, modern level of comfort with spirited, can-doservice.
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