A MODERN LANDMARK Soaring high against the cityscape of downtown Chongqing, China, InterContinental Chongqing Raffles City makes a statement at Raffles City complex, a landmark comprising four skyscrapers connected at the top by The Crystal, a skybridge spanning 300m. Designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie and his team, the 380-key hotel occupies the 44th floor to the 65th floor of the complex, with rooms and suites offering panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling windows. For leisure, guests may visit the 25m infinity pool or fitness centre, after which dining options beckon at Jing Dining Room & Bar, which offers Cantonese cuisine and Chongqing specialities. Predinner drinks may be enjoyed at The Maven or Horizon, the lobby lounge, sitting at an altitude of 250m and enjoying the ambience of a forest in the clouds. www.ihg.com
MIX BUSINESS WITH LEISURE Pullman Yueyang makes its entrance in the Hunan province as the city’s first international upscale branded hotel. Located by the Dongting Lake, a Nanhu scenic area in Yueyang, the hotel is conveniently near tourist destinations such as Nanhu Square, Sheng’an Temple and Jin’e Park. The hotel offers 213 spacious guest rooms and suites, with the majority featuring balconies and lake views, exuding a warm ambience that invites guests to relax while enjoying the lakeside views. Dining options include casual eats at The Lobby Lounge, The Executive Lounge and allday dining offering Hunan and Cantonese cuisines as well as international selections at Lakeside. Meeting facilities include a total space of 2,800 sqm ranging from the fully equipped pillar-free ballroom to 15 meeting rooms as well as an outdoor lawn for poolside functions and celebrations. www.pullman.com
THE HEART OF MĀORI Designed to evoke the ambience of a Māori wharenui (house) with a touch of luxury, Park Hyatt Auckland overlooks Waitematā Harbour, inviting guests to luxuriate in its 47sqm to 245sqm rooms and suites. The 195-key hotel features guest rooms with spacious living areas and floor-to-ceiling windows, with the majority of rooms overlooking the Lighter Quay or the harbour. The interiors are dressed with Māori accents, custom-designed tukutuku panels and rugs made from New Zealand wool for an elegant yet homely feel. Dining and entertaining options include varied experiences at Onemata, which highlights seasonal ingredients by New Zealand food artisans and suppliers; The Pantry for a quick ‘grab and go’; The Living Room for a lingering afternoon tea with picturesque waterfront views; and Captain’s Bar for classic cocktails with a local twist. Located a short stroll away from the CBD, business travellers can easily segue from work to downtime activities, while the 9,500sqm of flexible event spaces including a ceremonial garden, meetings rooms and a rooftop bar provide a variety of ideas for planners. www. parkhyattauckland.com
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