Press Release
Kempinski Hotels Opens Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan in the Old
Dragon City
The City’s First International Five-Star Luxury Hotel
Taiyuan, 14 August 2013: Kempinski, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group, unveiled its 19th mainland
hotel today in Taiyuan, China. As the first international five-star hotel in the city, Kempinski presents
brand new luxurious concepts through modern facilities, superb European service and international
gourmet offerings.
An old saying goes, “Beijing represents the last 1,000 years of Chinese history and Shanxi represents
the last 3,000 years”. Located in the centre of the Dragon City, Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan is a
contemporary hotel that blends European flair with Chinese tradition. The hotel is close to the city’s
main shopping centres, such as Tianmei Plaza, Fashion Walk, Wangfujing, Parkson and Lufthansa
Centre, as well as upscale office buildings. It is only three kilometres away from Shanxi International
Exhibition Centre and guests will need only 20 minutes to reach the international airport by car.
The hotel features 363 rooms and suites, all of which are contemporarily designed and range from 40
to 217 sqm in size. Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, wooden floors, rainforest showers
and bathtubs. Located on the 30th floor and the 28th floor, respectively, the Executive Suites and
Diplomatic Suites offer a separate living room and a sitting area, in addition to extra-large furnishings
and bath amenities designed by French designer Blaise Mautin. Guests in Executive Rooms have
access to the Executive Lounge, which offers views of Taiyuan and valuable privileges such as a
complimentary breakfast, weekend brunch from 7:00 to 14:00, complimentary use of the lounge
meeting room for two hours per day plus afternoon tea and evening cocktails daily.
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Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan introduces global cuisines and brand new dining concepts to the old city as
well. A selection of German, Austrian and Chinese delicacies and creative, freshly-baked cakes is
offered in the hotel’s seven restaurants and bars. With a complete set of miniature beer brewing
equipment and a German brewmaster, Paulaner Bräuhaus is the best place for enjoying homebrewed
Paulaner beer and real Bavarian traditions. Grill & Wine offers diners authentic Western grilled
dishes and the finest meats from around the world, all of which have been perfected by the Australian
Executive Head Chef. Elements restaurant, with views of the hotel lobby’s dangling crystal droplight,
features imported seafood, tastes from around the world and Shanxi noodles that are freshly prepared
in the show kitchen. Long Yuan is a high-end Chinese restaurant with a touch of Western tradition,
designed by a chef from Hong Kong with more than 20 years of experience. Kempi Deli, the signature
delicatessen shop, offers freshly-baked breads and cakes in addition to personalised homemade
wedding cakes. Guest can dine in to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the bakery with a cup of
freshly-brewed coffee or take away a box of sweet treats to surprise family and friends.
Located on the seventh floor, the Fitness Centre offers high-tech facilities, a 25-metre indoor heated
swimming pool and aerobics and yoga classes. Meanwhile, drawing on the elemental wisdom of
nature, Kempinski The Spa is a journey that invokes and restores the body’s natural equilibrium.
Guests will not only get to experience a range of results-driven treatments, but will also get to achieve
internal well-being.
“As a landmark building in town, Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan will be the first choice of large
companies and government offices for accommodation, business needs, meetings and exhibitions”,
said Mr Carsten Wiegandt, General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan. “Everything has been
considered down to the finest details to allow us to bring our customers a personalised European
luxury experience.”
Kempinski currently operates 19 hotels in China, with an additional property scheduled to open in
Beijing in 2014.
For further information please visit: www.kempinski.com/taiyuan
Images are available for download in the Press Room Image Library.
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About Kempinski Hotels
Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski’s rich
heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the
exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Kempinski now comprises a portfolio of 81
five-star hotels in 30 countries and continues to add new properties in Europe, the Middle
East, Africa and Asia. Each one reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand
without losing sight of its heritage. The portfolio consists of historic landmark properties,
award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Each
one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while also embracing the
cultural traditions of its location. Furthermore, Kempinski is a founding member of the
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotels.
www.kempinski.com/ • www.globalhotelalliance.com
Media Contact:
Maria Kuhn
Vice President Public Relations
Kempinski Hotels S.A.
28, Boulevard du Pont-D'Arve
1205 Geneva, Switzerland
Direct: +41 (0) 22 809 88 44
Email: maria.kuhn@kempinski.com
Ivy Li
Regional PR Manager - China 中国区公关经理
Kempinski Hotels S.A.
Key International Hotels Management Co Ltd.
S108 ・Beijing Lufthansa Center ・ 50 Liangmaqiao Road
Chaoyang District ・ Beijing ・100125 ・ P.R China
Direct: +86 10 8454 3088 ext.278
Email: Ivy.lee@kempinski.com
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