Hilton Debuts in China's Hainan Island


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  • Hilton, InterContinental, Melia, Wyndham, Accor, Hyatt, and Marriott are among the hotel chains expanding their presence in various cities across Asia-Pacific.
  • New hotel openings and renovations are bringing luxury accommodations and unique experiences to destinations like Hainan Island, Bangkok, Singapore, Tokyo, Sydney, and more.
  • From all-women managed hotels to rooftop pools and innovative dining options, these developments cater to the diverse needs of travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and memorable stays.

Hilton announced the opening of The Mermoon Resort Hainan Tufu Bay, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This marks the entry of Hilton’s lifestyle brand into the vacation destination of Hainan Island, China’s southernmost point. The resort is owned by China Energy Construction Group Co. Ltd and is managed by Hilton. The hotel includes 116 guest rooms and suites all designed to immerse guests in the fishing village theme. Each room features a private balcony that offers views of Fufu Bay or the South China Sea. The hotel includes five restaurants and bars, 614 square meters of flexible event space with four banquet and meeting venues that can be combined, and a 1,000 square meter outdoor lawn. The outdoor pool is designed in the shape of a mermaid’s tail. The hotel offers mermaid costumers, allowing guests to transform into Tufu Bay mermaids. There is also a children’s club and dedicated outdoor swimming pool.

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