SINGAPORE, April 15, 2014 – Situated in the heart of the prestigious district of Hexi New Town and the closest luxury hotel to major transportation centers, mainly Nanjing Lukou International Airport and Nanjing South Railway Station, the 359-room Fairmont Nanjing will celebrate its grand opening on April 16, 2014.

The milestone event which marks the brand's continued expansion not only in China but also in Asia, will culminate with a gala dinner which will be attended by key senior executives from FRHI Hotels & Resorts led by Wayne Buckingham, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific; distinguished guests, government officials, business partners and media representatives.

Wayne Buckingham, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, commented, “Fairmont Nanjing is the fourth Fairmont property in China and the tenth property for the larger FRHI group in the country. Growing our leading hotel brands is a primary focus and we will continue to develop more hotels in major gateway cities and attractive resort locales throughout China.”

Martin Leclerc, General Manager, added, “Nanjing is a city of true international appeal and we look forward to connect our guests to memorable experiences and to turn moments into memories for discerning luxury travelers from around the world.”

Fairmont Nanjing features 359 spacious, well-appointed guestrooms and suites and is located on the upper floors of the 62-storey Jin Ao Tower, an architectural wonder resembling an immense Chinese lantern. Each guestroom showcases unrivalled views of the Yangtze River and the city. The hotel also offers a vibrant selection of dining options with seven restaurants and bars including an all-day restaurant located at Level 60 which boasts a panoramic 360-degree view of the city. Other facilities include the signature Willow Stream Spa as well as 2,500 square metres of prime, flexible function space, with one of the city's largest ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,100 guests.

In celebration of its opening, Fairmont Nanjing is extending a special introductory offer that includes a rate of RMB 888 per night for a Deluxe Room, inclusive of daily breakfast for two, complimentary high speed internet access and 30% savings at all dining outlets. The offer is valid through April 30, 2014 and guests can visit fairmont.com/nanjing for more information or reservations.

Fairmont Nanjing joins the luxury brand's growing collection of hotels in China including Fairmont Peace Hotel, Shanghai; Fairmont Beijing; Fairmont Yangcheng Lake; Fairmont Chengdu (2015); Fairmont Taiyuan (2016); and Fairmont Hangzhou (2017).

Other hotels in the brand's celebrated collection include landmark hotels such as The Savoy in London and The Plaza in New York.

The hotel is located at: 333 Middle Jiang Dong Road, Jianye District, Nanjing, China, 210019

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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts connects guests to the very best of its destinations worldwide, reflecting each locale's energy, culture and history. Passionate travelers choose the luxury hotel brand for its ability to deliver memorable travel experiences, personalized and thoughtful service, and hotels that are one-of-a-kind. Serving as genuine gateways to their destinations, Fairmont hotels offer locally-inspired cuisine and spirited bars and lounges, distinctive design and décor, and a steadfast responsibility to environmental and social priorities. With more than 65 hotels globally, and many more in development, landmark hotels in the Fairmont collection include The Plaza in New York, London's The Savoy, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai and Quebec City's Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company with over 110 hotels under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel branded luxury private residence clubs, whole-ownership residences and serviced residences properties. For more information or reservations, please visit fairmont.com. Become a fan of Fairmont. Follow us on Weibo.

For further information:
Susie Lim-Kannan
Director, Public Relations, Asia Pacific
FRHI Hotels & Resorts
+65 6496 1236+65 6496 1236
susie.lim-kannan@frhi.com