Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing, an exquisite property nestled in the heart of a traditional hutong neighbourhood, opens its doors today.
With just 42 beautifully appointed courtyard houses, this marks the Group’s second hotel in the Chinese capital, offering a blend of luxury and local culture.
The opening ceremony was attended by dignitaries from the owning company, Beijing Tianjie Group Co., Ltd. They were joined by Amanda Hyndman, Chief People & Culture Officer, Alex Schellenberger, Senior Vice President Brand, Emil Leung, Area Vice President Operations and Andy Guan, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, all of whom took part in the ribbon cutting ceremony which marked the hotel’s official inauguration.
Following the ceremony, the much-anticipated signature fan of Mandarin Oriental Qianmen was also unveiled. Designed by renowned Chinese artist Xu Bing, it incorporates his original “Square Character Calligraphy”, which arranges alphabets into rectangular forms that resemble Chinese characters. “Unveil Beijing’s Soul” is inscribed on the fan in Chinese ink, capturing the spirit of the hotel.
Mr Guan commented: “We are truly honoured to open the doors of our unique hutong sanctuary, offering guests an unparalleled hospitality experience in the Chinese capital.” Situated within the cultural heart of Beijing’s Central Axis, the hotel enjoys a prime location, offering incomparable access to the capital’s most iconic sites.
Immersive dining experiences at Mandarin Oriental Qianmen include Yan Garden, where Michelin-starred Chef Fei and his team craft superb Cantonese cuisine. Guests can also enjoy TIAO, a contemporary cocktail bar offering innovative drinks and upscale Beijing-inspired bar are, or indulge in authentic, relaxed regional Italian dishes at VICINI. For a more serene escape, Maple Lounge provides an intimate setting, serving the finest teas in a tranquil courtyard.
One-of-a-kind event spaces offer the perfect canvas for unforgettable weddings, meetings and cocktail receptions across two remarkable settings; Mandarin Palace and Zhengyang Mansion. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental provides guests with a transformative experience beyond relaxation, featuring private treatment suites, a Tea House, a healing space and a fitness centre. From the perfect start to the day at breakfast to restorative wellness treatments, unique hutong tours and elegant limousine transfers, both local and international visitors will be able to discover a wealth of experiences on offer at Mandarin Oriental Qianmen.
Located in the heart of a traditional hutong neighbourhood inside the Beijing Central Axis, the capital’s key cultural artery, Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing is a remarkable, unique property of just 42 courtyard houses. Intimately connected to the city, its expansive, luxurious accommodations feature exquisite oriental aesthetics and represent the pinnacle of Chinese hospitality. With refined wellness and immersive culinary experiences and a distinguished event setting, contemporary luxury, sumptuous heritage, art and nature combine, just steps from The Forbidden City, Qianmen and The Temple of Heaven.