AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 1 Host the perfect event Impeccably designed to frame their natural settings, Aman destinations are renowned for their space, privacy and service. Each Aman welcomes guests as if to the home of a close friend, instilling a sense of peace and belonging amid some of the world’s most diverse natural and historical landscapes. To celebrate a wedding or special event with us, is to make an Aman your own for an unforgettable period of time, with every detail of your event’s evolution and meticulous execution our priority. Whether intimate or grand, we ensure your vision becomes seamless reality, while you simply enjoy every minute.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 2 AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 3 Contents Welcome to Aman Summer Palace 5
Venues 7
Ceremonies 16
Dining 19
Accommodation 25
Relaxation & Activities 28
Extra Services 34
Legalities/Contact 36
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 4 Welcome to Aman Summer Palace One of the most serene and photogenic settings in The expansive Imperial Suite claims three separate Beijing, Aman Summer Palace is housed in graceful pavilions around a private courtyard, and includes pavilions, some more than a century old, just steps a bedroom, spacious living areas, a spa room and a from the East Gate of the Summer Palace. private dining room seating 14. As well as several atmospheric dining venues, Aman Summer Palace also Accessible via a private entrance exclusively for Aman offers a unique underground recreational facility with guests, this Unesco World Heritage Site was built in an Aman Spa, a heated swimming pool, sky-lit gym, 1750 on 290 hectares – its picturesque grounds dotted Pilates studio, private cinema and squash court. with pagodas and temples around Kunming Lake.
Reflecting the gracious architecture of the Summer Palace, the resort is designed around a series of courtyards and comprises eight Guestrooms, ten Courtyard Guestrooms, eight Suites, 17 deluxe Suite, seven Courtyard Suites, and one Imperial Suite - some of which feature king- size four-poster beds and Ming-style armoires.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 5 AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 6 Venues The elegant pavilions that house Aman Summer Palace overlook peaceful courtyards graced by gardens and tranquil reflection ponds. A number of mature trees provide dappled sunlight, and ancient stone walls serve as rustic backdrops.
With three restaurants and multiple other venues both indoors and out, special events including wedding ceremonies can be held in a location that resonates with the bridal couple. Pre- and post- ceremony celebrations can be arranged down to the finest detail, including casual lunches, cocktail parties, banquets and family meals.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 7 The Grill A light-filled venue with lofty ceilings, polished floors, intricate bamboo screens and classic Ming dynasty 100 guests seated inspired furniture, The Grill opens onto a serene 140 guests standing courtyard centred by a reflection pond. The ideal venue for celebratory receptions, The Grill serves Western cuisine and specialises in grilled-to-order prime cuts of meat and fresh seafood.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 8 Nama An atmospheric, high-ceilinged venue with an open kitchen and a signature counter running the length of the room, 50 guests seated Nama is the resort’s Japanese restaurant, ideal for cocktail 70 guests standing parties and seated receptions. Celebrating Washoku cuisine with authentic, elegant dishes that champion locally-sourced produce, Nama serves exquisitely crafted sushi, sashimi and traditional Japanese delicacies.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 9 Chinese Restaurant Classic imperial dishes such as Peking duck as well as Ming dynasty inspired furnishings. Dark floors and Szechuan chicken and Cantonese dim sum are cooked wood-beamed ceilings create the perfect frame for 30 guests seated Chinese House 1 with great delicacy at the nine-room Chinese Restaurant. celebratory banquets and more intimate gatherings. 50 guests standing The three large dining rooms are complemented by six private dining spaces, all decorated with classic
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 10 The Lounge Located in the resort’s elegant Arrival Pavilion, the Lounge is a tranquil, light-infused space ideal for cocktail parties or casual dining events. Offering views of a courtyard shaded by indigenous trees, this venue can only be booked for events with a full resort buy out.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 11 The Reflection Pavilion Suitable for ceremonies and receptions, as well as quiet moments of contemplation, The Reflection 50 guests round table seating Pavilion opens onto a serene stone terrace. Set beside 80 guests standing an emerald lotus pond fringed with drifting willow trees, the Reflection Pavilion faces the Summer Palace’s Grand Theatre, which often provides a distant soundtrack as performers rehearse.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 12 The Cultural Pavilion Suitable for all kinds of events and celebrations, knowledge and skill. It also offers a wide selection of The Cultural Pavilion lies at the heart of the resort books on Chinese history, culture, art and more. 80 guests round table seating overlooking a serene courtyard. Here guests can learn 140 guests standing more about traditional Chinese arts from calligraphy and paper cutting, to kite making and tea ceremonies, demonstrated by masters happy to share their
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 13 Venue Overview
Venue Standing Reception Seated Events
Outdoor Indoor Outdoor Indoor
The Grill 20pax 140pax N/A 100pax
Nama 20pax 70pax N/A 50pax
Chinese Restaurant – House 1 N/A 50pax N/A 30pax
Reflection Pavilion 150pax 80pax 50pax 50pax
Cultural Pavilion 80pax 140pax 40pax 90pax
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 14 North Meeting Room Meeting Room
Conference Rooms furnished with boardroom tables A larger meeting venue accommodating 30 people opens accommodating eight people each are available onto a private courtyard. Highly versatile, it offers all the for all your meeting needs. Ideal for small private technology required for seamless video conferencing and gatherings, these rooms are located close to The business presentations. Cultural Pavilion and The Reflection Pavilion. Theatre set up for 70pax; Classroom for 36pax; round Main table for 8pax, there can be 8 chairs around. table for 50pax; Board table for 30pax; U-shape for 30pax; Fish bone for 48pax.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 15 Ceremonies The experienced team at Aman Summer Palace can assist in the planning of personal, one-of-a-kind dream weddings, whether an intimate courtyard exchanging of vows or an elaborate ceremony with family and friends. Couples can combine a multitude of settings to extend their celebration across a number of days. The entire resort can be reserved for parties of up to 102 guests.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 16 Courtyard 1 & Outer Courtyard Courtyard 9
Up to 150 guests standing Up to 80 guests standing 80 guests seated 40 guests seated
Surrounded by traditional pavilions and the lush greenery With noble lindens, cascading wisteria and striking of magnolias and wild apple trees, the resort’s largest Japanese pagoda trees standing by, this exceptionally courtyards are interconnected and make a stunning setting private courtyard is centred by a wooden pagoda, with for an outdoor ceremony or reception. The red doors of a ready-made stone aisle flanked on either side by lush the pavilions are an auspicious symbol year round, while lawns. The ideal setting for a beautiful outdoor ceremony. the pink and white blossoms that bedeck the trees make spring a particularly beautiful time of year to host an event.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 17 Exclusive use of Aman Summer Palace
Designed by renowned architects with intimate spaces, a limited number of rooms and intuitive, personalised service, Aman provides the perfect opportunity for its guests to take the entire resort as a unique venue for a special occasion. At Aman Summer Palace, depending on your request, you may consider to buyout the whole hotel for your group. The minimum length of stay applies, depending on time of year.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 18 Dining From Nama’s Japanese cuisine and The Grill’s innovative Western fare, to The Chinese Restaurant’s Imperial-inspired Chinese dishes, Aman Summer Palace places the focus on simple flavours, expertly prepared. Daily deliveries of freshly-caught grouper, scallops, crab and shrimp, as well as locally reared lamb, pork and beef, make Aman Summer Palace a champion of seasonal, sustainably-sourced produce.
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Harmonious Chinese Set Menu Signature Appetiser Double-boiled Fish Lips Soup Simmered with Matsutake Peking Duck Pan-fried Beef with Mushroom Sauce Steamed Garoupa with Soya Sauce Poached Vegetables with Medlar in Superior Soup Fried Rice with Minced Pork and Preserved Vegetable Red Bean Cream with Lotus Seed and Lily, Seasonal Fruit Platter
Wedding Lunch Menu (Chinese Style) Summer Palace Signature Platter Double-boiled Sea Cucumber Soup Simmered with Matsutake Sweet and Sour Prawn with Pineapple Pan-fried Beef with Soya Sauce Steamed Cod Fish with Orange Peel and Minced Pork Poached Vegetable with Medlar and Lily in Superior Soup Fried Rice “Yang Chow” Style with Prawns and Barbecued Pork Chilled Sago Cream with Mango Baked Papaya Puff Seasonal Fruit Platter
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Package A Package C 2 hours free flow, 2 hours free flow, RMB 220.00 +15% per person: RMB 480.00 +15% per person:
Soft drinks House wine Juice Local/imported beer Imported still / sparkling water Soft drinks Juice Imported still / sparkling water Package B 2 hours free flow, RMB 340.00 +15% per person: Package D 2 hours free flow, Local/imported beer RMB 520.00 +15% per person: Soft drinks Juice Whisky, gin, rum Imported still / sparkling water House wine Local/imported beer Soft drinks Juice Imported still / sparkling water
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 23 AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 24 Accommodation Capturing the romance of a bygone era and ideal for overnight celebrations and destination weddings, Aman Summer Palace offers 51 rooms and suites set around serene garden courtyards. Established trees cast delicate shadows through bamboo blinds and wooden screens into the Suites, each with its own unique layout, wooden beam ceilings and floors finished in polished Jin clay tiles. En suite bathrooms are generously proportioned with free-standing island bathtubs.
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Spread across two subterranean levels, the Available 24 hours a day for private screenings, resort’s Aman Spa is a sanctuary for body the resort’s cinema offers37 reclining leather and mind. In nine double treatment rooms, seats and a 21-square-metrescreen, as well therapies that draw on Imperial traditions as over 300 titles available on demand. These and Traditional Chinese Medicine range from include Bertolucci’s iconic The Last Emperor. gemstone massages and scrubs to reflexology.
Fitness
Fitness facilities including a 25-metre heated lap pool, a gym, Pilates studio, yoga studio, squash court, table tennis court and juice bar. Separate male and female changing areas incorporate steam and sauna rooms and Jacuzzis.
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AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 31 Discover the Summer Palace Dragon Boat Cruise at the Summer Palace
Step through a private gate from the resort’s walled Kunming Lake is a key feature of the Summer Palace grounds, garden into the Summer Palace grounds, then stroll this a man-made water feature surrounded by palaces, temples beautiful 290-hectare estate admiring its lakes, pavilions, and gardens. Spot all these remarkable sites including the temples and pagodas. Built in 1750, it long served the Qing famous Seventeen Arch Bridge from the water while drifting dynasty as an imperial summer retreat and is considered on a dragon boat with a delicious early morning breakfast one of the most peaceful and photogenic sites in Beijing. or sunset cocktails. Advance bookings are necessary.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 32 Candlelight Dinner at the Music Pavilion
As dusk falls, candles are lit in the beautiful Music Pavilion, one of the most private and romantic settings on the property. Then savour an exquisite dinner, while being serenaded by expert musicians. A personalised menu will be tailored to your preferences.
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 33 Extra Services Certain aspects of a celebration require specialist services, and Aman works with trusted professionals in every destination who are known for their expertise.
Our preferred photographers and videographers As one of the capital’s most photogenic are some of the best in their fields, while our locations, Aman Summer Palace offers the recommended florists will design floral decorations bridal couple a plethora of different sites for from bouquets and buttonholes, to table centrepieces wedding photographs, both indoors and out. and stands, in line with individual tastes.
A crucial aspect of any event, the music and entertainment can be specially curated to contribute to the uniqueness of your celebration. Each Aman is very much a part of its cultural setting and can arrange local musicians to perform traditional music. Traditional dance performances or cultural demonstrations can also be arranged, depending on the destination. Classical and contemporary options are also covered, with a selection of recommended string quartets, soloists, bands and DJs available.
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AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 36 Contact For more information please contact Aman Summer Palace:
Tel: +86 10 5987 9999 Email: [email protected] amansummerpalace.com
AMAN SUMMER PALACE Celebrations, Events & MICE 37 1 Gongmenqian Street, Summer Palace, Beijing, PRC 100091 Email. [email protected] Tel. +86 10 5987 9999 Fax. +86 10 5987 9900
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