Oakwood Residence Hangzhou “Best Hotel Apartment in China”
The only internationally-managed serviced apartments in Hangzhou receives citations from the China “Golden Pillow” and “Fashion List” Awards
July 9, 2012 - Oakwood Residence Hangzhou has been awarded “Best Hotel Apartment in China” in the 9th Golden Pillow Awards and “Best Business Hotel of China” in the 2012 China Hotels Fashion List Awards. General Manager Brian B. Connelly was also honored “Best Hotel General Manager” in the Fashion List Awards.
Connelly says, “We are excited that Oakwood Residence Hangzhou has been highly recognized and accepted by the China market as being the best in providing quality, comfortable and reliable serviced apartment living for short-term and long-term travelers. This is the second consecutive year that we have received the prestigious Golden Pillow award and we are extremely proud that we have also gained distinction in the Fashion List awards. These citations tell us that Oakwood has established an excellent brand image that has merited approval from our industry colleagues and they inspire us to strengthen our commitment to provide our clients with world-class services and facilities in our unique Oakwood standard.”
Connelly's own recognition as “Best Hotel General Manager” comes just seven months after taking over the helm of Oakwood Residence Hangzhou. The seasoned American hotelier has worked with major international hotel chains which have brought him to stints in key cities of the United States, Middle East and Asia.
He states, “This award is a reflection of the dedication and efforts of the entire team who continuously strive to make the property successful and I thank them for their commitment and support.”
The Golden Pillow is one of the most coveted industry awards in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau with more than 500 hotels in its roster of participants. The Fashion List Awards was introduced more recently in 2011, an offshoot of the New Vision Peak Forum which has become the China hotel industry's most influential forum.
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou is the only internationally-managed serviced apartments in Hangzhou. It offers 321 fully furnished and fully equipped serviced apartments with the Oakleaf Restaurant & Wine Bar featuring an East meets West international buffet, and Legend Room for banquets and conferences that allow them the capability to cater to not just accommodation requirements, but also for dining, meetings, social events, product launches and VIP entertainment.
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou opened in 2008 and is managed by Oakwood, the most trusted name in serviced apartments worldwide. In China, Oakwood also manages serviced apartments in Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai and Hong Kong. It enjoys presence in other countries in Asia, namely India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, the Philippines and Thailand. Oakwood is based from a regional headquarters in Singapore.
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