On the morning of August 28th, Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning opened it’s doors in grand fashion poised alongside the permanent venue of the China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO). This momentous event marks the first time that the Guangxi International Exhibition Group has cooperated with an international hotel chain to assist in the development of the Guangxi market. The occasion also furthers the ambition to perfect the software & hardware for the “Upgraded Edition” CAEXPO.
Attending the opening press conference were distinguished guests Mr. Lin Xinhe, deputy director of Guangxi Tourism Development Committee; Mr. Wang Lei, chairman of Guangxi International Exhibition Group; Mr. Hu Zhichung, General Manager of Guangxi International Exhibition Group; Mr. Richard Evans, Director of Operations of Greater China Hospitality (H.K.) Ltd.; Mr. Kyle Hayes, Director of Public Relations of Greater China Hospitality (H.K.) Ltd.; guest of ASEAN Consulates, as well as domestic and foreign media reporters. All were honored to have witnessed the magnificent blooming of the Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning.
During his opening remarks, General Manager of the Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning, Mr. Jimmy Wu, shared many of the project’s interesting features. As the 81st hotel opening for Greater China Hospitality (H.K.) Ltd., and the 59th Howard Johnson-branded property in China, the hotel boasts 321 rooms, 4 unique styles of restaurants, 2,900 square meters of conference venue, include Guangxi’s first super large, pillar-less fan-shaped ballroom. The rooftop infinity swimming pool offers splendid city views, and the hotel also has the first permanent independent Muslim kitchen in Nanning. Such unique selling points are testament to the hotel’s craftsmanship spirit and commitment to providing guests with a comfortable and unforgettable experience.
Mr. Lin Xinhe, deputy director of Guangxi Tourism Development Committee, exclaimed that the opening of Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning will inject new vitality into the hotel industry in Guangxi, speed up the pace of internationalization of Nanning, and better serve the socio-economic development of Guangxi and the open cooperation between China and ASEAN nations.
Mr. Hu Zhichung, General Manager of the Guanxi International Exhibition Group, said that the Guangxi Dongbo Hotel Management Co. Ltd. has fully entrusted the management and operation of the hotel to Greater China Hospitality (H.K.) Ltd. (GCH) first introduced the Howard Johnson brand to China with the cooperation of the Wyndham Hotel Group. Hotel business is an important sector for the Expo Group to open up to the world and build a bridge for international business. As an important part of the Convention and Exhibition City, the unique shape of Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning has become a new landmark of Nanning.
During the ceremony, the hotel also displayed creative space works to express the vision of developing “The Belt and Road” initiative, with titles like “Howard Johnson - Wonderful and Memorable”, “ASEAN Road - Beyond Excellence”, and “21st-Century Maritime Silk Road”, also featuring the unique products and traditional culture of Guangxi. At the same time, a splendid fusion of Chinese and Western cuisine was served on fine platters to the Opening’s distinguished guests. The event offered the true experience of international luxury brand standards and a taste of high-end hotel products and services.
About Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning
Ideally located in the most prosperous CBD, Howard Johnson CAEXPO Plaza Nanning is the new wing of Nanning International Convention & Exhibition Center – the permanent place where the annual China-ASEAN Exposition takes place. Along with the surrounding office buildings, scenic parks, entertainment and shopping centers, the Hotel becomes an urban complex and new landmark for domestic and overseas visitors. It’s easily accessible to all major business districts, shopping malls and scenic spots, a 15-minute-drive to Nanning East Train Station and 30-minute-drive to Wuxu International Airport.
321 tastefully decorated rooms and suites overlooking beautiful sites of the city and Folk Song Lake. Guests can embark on a culinary journey with the choices of our 4 distinguishing restaurants serving international delicacies, Chinese cuisine and contemporary specialties. Nearly 2,900sqm function space includes a 1,340sqm pillarless ballroom, a 600sqm multi-function room and 6 meeting rooms with various sizes. Fitness Center features rooftop swimming pool on the 15th floor, and Gym, Sauna & Steam Room, Yoga Room, Billiard Room, Table Tennis Room and Chess Room on 3rd floor.
About us
Greater China Hospitality (H.K.) Limited is a full-service branded hospitality services company that provides world-class hotel management, design and technical services consultation. GCH currently owns the brand development rights and operates two major brands in the Greater China region: Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale and Howard Johnson. The company currently operates 81 hotels in 51 cities with nearly 25,000 hotel rooms under management.
For more information, please visit: www.gchhotels.com
