First Boutique Awarded in China
SHANGHAI, March 8, 2006. Delegates and officials from around the world have gathered for the ceremony at City Hotel Shanghai, the first hotel in China, awarded certified membership with Boutique Hotels & Resorts International.
City Hotel Shanghai is renowned for being the first deluxe hotel in Shanghai and currently aims to be the best business hotel in the center of Shanghai. "Being awarded status with Boutique Hotels & Resorts International is immense recognition for accomplishments in China, Shanghai, and around the world," said Richard Xue, General Manager. "Membership in the only trademarked global organization of genuine boutique hotels adds to our global rank for travelers seeking an exceptional boutique hotel experience when visiting Shanghai."
Xue concluded: "In a booming city like Shanghai where dozens of new hotels have popped up and guests have several world-class international chain hotels to sort through, City Hotel Shanghai is setting the standard for a new kind of boutique business hotel excellence with style and exclusivity of a private business club."
Richard Cheung, Boutique's President Asia Region, said, "City Hotel Shanghai and it's continuous commitment to service, character, and style along with anticipated enjoyment from loyal Boutique travelers, were the key factors in determining an exceptional fit within the worldwide network of Boutique Hotels."
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