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SHANGHAI, CHINA –\u00a0Media OutReach<\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a021
Mark Wong, Senior Vice-President
\u00a0<\/p>\n Resort<\/p>\n Jangala
25 rooms from CNY1,700 <\/b>with
Opened 15 September 2021<\/b><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n As the first ultra-luxury hotel in Dunhuang along the ancient Southern
\u00a0<\/p>\n SLH Insider Tip: <\/i><\/b>There is plenty to do for guests wanting to immerse in
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Qiushui Villa<\/b><\/a>\uff08<\/b>Hangzhou<\/b>\uff09<\/b> 11 rooms from<\/b> CNY7,900
Opened 6
\u00a0<\/p>\n A century-old villa turned lakeside retreat on the
\u00a0<\/p>\n SLH Insider Tip:<\/i><\/b> Watch mist rise from the serene waters of the West
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Valllie Hotel<\/b><\/a>\uff08<\/b>Hangzhou<\/b>\uff09<\/b> 8 rooms f<\/b>rom CNY5,800<\/b> with breakfast<\/b> \u00a0<\/p>\n Hidden in the heart of the lush forest by the South
\u00a0<\/p>\n SLH Insider Tip: <\/i><\/b>The low-key hotel’s French gastro lounge SHIJIU (\u6eaa\u7554\u5341\u4e5d) is highly lauded on social media, and has guests specially coming to
\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With the addition of two new Hangzhou members, SLH
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\n<\/p>\n Yulongwan Lakeview Hotel<\/b><\/a> (Kunming)<\/b><\/p>\n 132 rooms; Rates TBC<\/b><\/p>\n Soft Opening early <\/b>Q1<\/b> 2022<\/b><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Surrounded by dense,
\u00a0<\/p>\n SLH Insider Tip:<\/i><\/b> With 870,000 square meters of dense
\u00a0<\/p>\n More information
\nOctober 2021 – Small Luxury Hotels
\nof the World continues its expansion as the brand welcomes 4 member hotels
\nincluding 3 new openers to its China portfolio. SLH now has 20 hotels
\nin Greater China<\/a> (including 15 hotels in mainland
\nChina), making it the largest collection
\nof members in the Asia-Pacific.<\/p>\n
\nAsia-Pacific of SLH said: “At SLH we champion independently-owned hotels and
\nmake sure we provide them with the best possible platform to connect with
\nindependently minded travellers. We are delighted to welcome our new members in
\nChina, all quality homegrown brands which we are proud to introduce to the
\nworld. Over the past four years we have worked hard to expand our foothold in
\nmainland China, and we are now well-placed throughout China to appeal to local guests
\nlooking for enthralling luxury getaways for now, as well as international
\nguests wanting to experience diverse facets of Chinese
\nculture when
\ntravel borders re-open imminently.”<\/p>\n
\nDunhuang<\/b><\/a> (Gansu, Dunhuang)<\/b><\/p>\n
\nbreakfast<\/b>
\nSilk Road, Jangala Dunhuang aims to create a modern private retreat with a
\nblend of local culture. Drawing inspiration from the Silk Road and the area’s
\nmost famous UESCO landmark Mogao Grottoes, its Jangala namesake signifies
\n“oasis in the wilderness” in Sanskrit. Located near Mingsha Mountain’s Crescent
\nMoon Spring in the scenic Qili Town, the hotel covers a vast area of 10,000
\nsquare metres. With environmental preservation being a key consideration, the
\nhotel adopts natural building materials, minimalist design aligned with its
\nsurroundings, the use of natural lighting and renewable energy in addition to
\nenvironmentally-friendly amenities. At the same time, the desert retreat comes
\nwith its own vineyard and organic vegetable garden. The Living Room fuses
\nminimalist marble d\u00e9cor with cosy sofas, and is also a boutique and art
\nexhibition space. Outside, the Water View Theatre puts on a range of shows all
\nyear round, while the spacious rooms and suites make luxurious exhibits of
\ndesert and sky. For guests wanting to up the romance, the Courtyard Suite comes
\nwith a TV projection wall on its outdoor terrace, in addition to a stargazing
\ntelescope. Its rooftop Mirage Bar, also the city’s first international bar, is
\nthe best place to catch Dunhuang’s spectacular golden sunsets.<\/p>\n
\nthe local culture and customs, from exploration tours and mural research
\nexpeditions to the Mogao Grottoes (\u83ab\u9ad8\u7a9f), Mingsha (Sighing Sand) Dunes (\u9e23\u6c99\u5c71) and nearby Crescent Moon
\nSpring\u00a0 (\u6708\u7259\u6cc9), desert camping, camel rides,
\ndesert cycling to wine brewing workshops, meditation sessions and private
\nsunset dinners.<\/p>\n
\nHouse<\/p>\n
\nwith breakfast<\/b><\/p>\n
\nAugust 2021 <\/p>\n
\nshores of Hangzhou’s West Lake, everything about Qiushui Villa is designed to
\npress pause on the bustle of modern life. Built by the founder of the
\ninfluential newspaper” Shanghai News” Shi Liangcai for his wife Shen Qiushui,
\nthe revitalized building fuses the very best of China’s rich history with well-appointed
\ncontemporary comforts. The
\nimplicit beauty of Chinese culture comes through its landscaping inspired by ancient Jiangnan architecture – flanked by stone statues and vibrant flowers, the central courtyard sets the scene of the owner’s
\npoignant love story. The arched cornices and wooden lattice windows on the
\noriginal building are now protected as cultural relics. The rooms and suites
\ncontinue this theme, with modern design touches and handpicked antique
\nfurniture. Each suite is named after historical personalities such as Feng
\nZikai (Chinese painter) and Zhang Ailing (novelist), each decorated in a
\ndifferent style. The spacious garden deck is perfect for holiday reading, while
\na state-of-the-art fitness suite is available for personal workouts. Add to the
\nmix unique French cuisine, a never-too-much-to-ask butler service and a
\nstunning infinity pool, and you have a truly luxurious escape. <\/p>\n
\nLake’s famed Broken Bridge right from your room in the morning, step out and explore
\nits many winding causeways and bridges by bike, or simply revel in the poetic charm
\nof the mansion’s surroundings. Fun fact: the owner was very fond of “Dream of
\nRed Mansions” and reproduced the protagonist Jia Baoyu’s Yihong Courtyard at
\nQiushui Villa.<\/p>\n
\nHouse<\/p>\n
\nYangtze River, serenaded by the chimes of the tower bells of nearby Liuhe
\nPagoda, Vallie Hotel embodies a combination of nature’s charm and the
\ninclination towards simplicity, making it feel like a picturesque romantic
\nescape from another era. Guests looking for utmost privacy would appreciate its
\nlocation and quietude. Once homes for local tea farmers, the restored buildings
\nblend beautifully into the tree-filled landscape. Minimalist furnishings, white
\nlinens and exposed wooden beams make each generously-sized room a calm and
\nrelaxing space. All rooms come with 24-hr heated private pools filled with
\nwater from the nearby Hupao Tiger Spring, and some also feature private
\ncourtyards and living rooms for entertaining guests. For those who would like
\nto explore the surroundings, the hotel is in close proximity of Liuhe Pagoda,
\nwhich towers above the trees and offers stunning views over the Qiantang River.
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\nthe secluded valley to visit. By day the gastro lounge serves a sumptuous
\nafternoon tea encircled amongst nature while it transforms into a fine-dining setting
\nwhen night falls. For those celebrating special occasions, private dining set
\nwithin the hotel’s French-style garden can be arranged.<\/p>\n
\nnow has a total of four hotels in this ‘city of heaven’, each with its unique character
\nand surrounding leisure highlights to suit the independently-minded traveller.
\nBeyond Hangzhou’s picturesque West Lake vistas and <\/i>cultural sites, idyllic
\nmist-covered tea hills, an unpretentious food scene, lively shopping streets
\nand buoyant nightlife make the city easily one of the most popular holiday
\ndestinations in mainland China. SLH recommends the best sights with our <\/i>Hangzhou city guide<\/i><\/a>. For those wishing to
\nexplore further, combine the journey with nearby Shanghai and Nanjing.<\/i>
\ngreen forest, rolling mountains and clear waters, SLH’s first member hotel in
\nthe capital city of Yunnan province is a haven of natural beauty. Overlooking
\nthe Yulongwan river, the Lakeview Hotel resides in the mountain valley of
\nKunming \u2013 affectionately known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’ for its year-round
\nspring-like temperatures, always-in-bloom flowers and low air pollution. From
\nfloor-to-ceiling windows to terrace-style balconies, every aspect of this hotel
\ndesigned by Norihiko Shinya, former Vice President of Japanese design company
\nSUPER POTATO, has been designed to showcase its surroundings. Meanwhile inside,
\nJapanese-inspired minimalism effortlessly combines simplicity with luxury:
\npicture cool neutral tones, wood panelling and enviable lake and mountain views
\nfrom every room. All elements converge to create a lakeside living experience
\nfor guests to savour the art of slow travel and its natural surroundings, and ultimately
\nleave with a better quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n
\ngreen forest and rolling mountains as well as 200,000 square meters of crystal
\nlake water, Yulongwan Lakeview Hotel is abuzz with adventure. Home to over 30
\nhorse breeds, Yulongwan Equestrian Club \u2013 complete with indoor equestrian
\nvenues, dressage pastures and outdoor competition venues \u2013 is the perfect place
\nto learn a new skill or reignite a forgotten passion. \u00a0Wildlife trails,
\nwater-sports and famed Yulongwan golf course are also nearby. Or if you feel
\nlike venturing further afield, the hotel is well-placed to visit Kunming’s
\nfamous local attractions.<\/p>\n
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