Hilton Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of the Hilton Ningbo Dongqian Lake Resort, marking the hotel company’s debut in the important port city.

The 280-room resort is situated in a prime location within the Ningbo Dongqian Lake Tourist Resort, surrounded by attractions including Dongqian Lake Water Theme Park, Small Putuo and Youngor Zoo. Within 14-kilometres, guests will find the Qi Xin International Golf Course, Er Ling Hot Spring and the bustling South Business District and retail malls. The hotel is also conveniently located fewer than 20 kilometres from Ningbo Lishe International Airport and Ningbo Train Station.

Hotel guests can enjoy a private beach, comfortable contemporary guestrooms with picturesque lake or courtyard views and all of the amenities guests have come to expect from Hilton Hotels, including large LED TVs, high-speed internet access, convenient work spaces and exclusive access to the Executive Lounge. Additional amenities include a heated indoor pool, an outdoor pool overlooking the lake, a spa, a modern 24-hour fitness centre and a sports hall.

World-class dining options are available including the Lake Shore Café; Fortune Pavilion, an elegant, modern Chinese restaurant; XIU, a unique hot-pot restaurant; and causal options such as the Lobby Lounge and Cool Spot.

“Hilton Ningbo Dongqian Lake Resort is ready to set the standard for hospitality in Ningbo, one of the most important port cities in eastern China,” said Sean Wooden, vice president, brand management, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “Guests can expect memorable stay experiences with Hilton’s renowned service, while conference and wedding planners alike will find our world-class meeting spaces the perfect choice for their events.”

Business travellers have access to the hotel’s extensive meeting facilities including 11 meeting rooms, a ballroom, a patio and terrace, all complete with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and an in-house hotel events team.