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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Opens First Dual-Branded Ski Resort Complex in China

7/30/2012

STAMFORD, Conn.—Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announced the opening of its first dual-branded ski resort complex in Changbaishan, China. Owned by Dalian Wanda Group, Sheraton Changbaishan Resort and The Westin Changbaishan Resort are adjacent to the slopes of the Changbai Mountains. The opening marks Starwood’s first ski resorts in Asia Pacific. The company recently celebrated 103 hotels in operation, with another 100 hotels in the pipeline in China.

“We are proud to introduce the Sheraton and Westin brand to the Changbai Mountains with this spectacular, new year-round ski resort complex where guests will enjoy world-class amenities set against the backdrop of one of China’s most visually stunning mountain ranges,” said Stephen Ho, president, Asia Pacific, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., in an announcement.

The resort complex offers more than 37,000 square feet of function and meeting space, including a 13,362 square-foot ballroom, nine smaller meeting rooms, and a pre-function area.

Sheraton Changbaishan Resort: Sheraton Changbaishan Resort offers 297 guest rooms and suites with mountain or ski views, as well as a Sheraton Club lounge and Sheraton Club rooms. All guest rooms are equipped with a work desk, custom-designed ergonomic chair, high speed Internet, LCD flat-panel television, iPhone/iPad docking station, and the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed. Additional amenities include full service restaurants and lounge, and fitness facilities featuring the brand’s new health and fitness program, Sheraton Fitness programmed by Core Performance.

The Westin Changbaishan Resort: The Westin Changbaishan Resort includes a Westin Kids Club, the signature Heavenly Spa, and an indoor swimming pool. All 262 guestrooms are equipped with the Westin Heavenly Bed. In-room, high speed Internet and an ergonomic work space offers convenience and productivity in a tranquil setting. Ski-in/ski-out access also allows guests to ski straight into the hotel lobby.

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