NEWS RELEASE 24 May 2019

NEW WORLD HOTEL NAMED ONE OF THE “BEST BUSINESS TRAVEL HOTELS” BY “SELECTED HIGH-CLASS HOTELS AWARDS”

On 22 May, New World Beijing Hotel was named one of the “Best Business Travel Hotels” while 8 Qi Nian Chinese Restaurant was recognised as the one of the “Best Hotel Chinese Restaurants” at the 2018-2019 Selected High-Class Hotels Awards, sponsored by Beijing Youth Weekly AIRTIME. Focusing on luxury lifestyle for business elites, AIRTIME is a weekly magazine distributed at VIP meeting locations, major five-star hotels and resorts, golf clubs and more, for readership during travelling, meeting and recreational activities.

New World Beijing Hotel is the first five-star hotel centrally located within , one of Beijing’s fastest growing commercial areas. The hotel has the distinction of being the closest deluxe hotel to the , as well as conveniently near to , the and the famous shopping streets of Wangfujing.

With a low-rise design complementing the adjacent residential neighbourhood, New World Beijing Hotel features 309 spacious guestrooms and suites, ranging from 47 square metres for a Superior room to 400 square metres for the Presidential Suite.

With a modern, elegant and timeless design infused with subtle Oriental touches, New World Beijing Hotel strives to present natural, inspiring spaces for convenience and superlative efficiency in stylish surrounds.

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Guests seeking the highest level of exclusivity will opt to stay on the Residence Club floors, with full access to the Residence Club Living Room, which features a library and reading room, dining areas, meeting spaces and a cosy fireplace, as well as dedicated concierge service and complimentary buffet breakfast, afternoon tea, evening cocktails and refreshments throughout the day. The Residence Club’s 1,000- square-metre outdoor terrace is the largest executive floor outdoor space amongst the capital’s luxury hotels, with fireplaces creating a warm welcome during the cooler months. The terrace is also available for private events or celebrations for up to 380 guests.

Located on the first floor with separate street-level entrance, the 164-seat 8 Qi Nian Chinese restaurant is designed to create an intimate ambience for discerning diners. Tea connoisseurs are welcome to visit the tea library, where tea masters introduce more than 30 types of Chinese tea, and the sommelier advises guests on the best food and wine pairings, choosing from the restaurant’s wide selection of red and white wines, champagne and spirits imported from all corners of the world. For patrons looking to hold an event or dinner party, 8 Qi Nian has eight private dining rooms, with the largest accommodating up to 24 people and featuring a private kitchen.

“We are very honoured to receive this award by such a prestigious magazine and look forward to welcoming the readers of Beijing Youth Weekly AIRTIME, along with travellers from around the globe, to experience our contemporary Asian flair and hospitality in the heart of Beijing,” said Eddy Sarton, New World Beijing Hotel general manager.

About New World Beijing Hotel The 309-room New World Beijing Hotel is the closest deluxe hotel to Temple of Heaven, and is conveniently located near Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Wangfujing shopping district.

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Hotel dining includes Tian Tan Kitchen, an all-day Café; 8 Qi Nian Chinese restaurant; TANG lobby lounge; and YIN on 12 rooftop bar. Recreational options include a health club, spa and indoor swimming pool; whilst meeting space totalling 1,542 square metres includes a windowed ballroom and seven function rooms. The Residence Club executive floor offers the largest outdoor terrace amongst Beijing’s luxury hotels. For more information and reservations, please contact your travel professional, the hotel directly at telephone +86 10 5960 8888, e-mail [email protected], or visit newworldhotels.com.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Naomie Liu Director of Communications New World Beijing Hotel Telephone: +86 10 5960 8888 Facsimile: +86 10 5960 8899 Email: [email protected]