Marriott International is strengthening its presence in mainland China. The hospitality giant and Delonix Group have announced eight signings, as part of their long-term agreement inked in January. This includes three agreements announced this May and five newly signed properties.
These five additional agreements will help Marriott expand its Tribute Portfolio in the region.
Leveraging a franchising model and in connection with Delonix group, the five new signings include a Grand House hotel in Shaoxing; Grand New Century Hotel, Wenzhou, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Wonderland Resort, Shangrao Sanqingshan, a Tribute Portfolio Resort; Grand House, Jiangyin, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel; and Grand New Century Resort, Changxing, a Tribute Portfolio Resort. All these properties are slated to open between 2025 and 2026.
Two of the three hotels signed in May — the 299-key Grand New Century Hotel, Hangzhou Boao, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel and the 203-room Wonderland Resort, Hangzhou Jiande, a Tribute Portfolio Resort — have recently opened doors for guests.
“With Marriott International’s strong distribution network and system support and proven management experience, along with the unique character of the Tribute Portfolio brand, two of the first signed hotels officially opened only seven months after the renovation while ensuring delivering on-brand experiences for guests,” said Gavin Yu, chief development officer, Greater China, Marriott International. “The swift launch of eight projects within the same year as the announcement of our cooperation with Delonix Group demonstrates the owners’ recognition of our market insights, brand value, and ability to deliver strong returns.”
Marriott and Delonix signed a long-term cooperation agreement this January, which enables the two companies to work together to grow Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio brand in mainland China. The parties anticipate that at least 100 properties could become part of the Tribute Portfolio in the next few years.
The new signings will introduce the Tribute Portfolio brand to five destinations: Shaoxing, Wenzhou, Shangrao, Jiangyin and Changxing.
A Grand House Hotel in Shaoxing sits the foot of Kuaiji Mountain in Shaoxing, one of the birthplaces of ancient Chinese culture. Overlooking the Dayu Mausoleum Scenic Area, the 152-room hotel offers views of the Yuling River.
The Grand New Century Hotel, Wenzhou, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Wenzhou, provides convenient access to popular attractions such as the Wenzhou Museum and Wenzhou Grand Theater, as well as to the city’s main shopping district. The hotel features 346 guest rooms with panoramic views of the city.
Wonderland Resort, Shangrao Sanqingshan, a Tribute Portfolio Resort located in Shangrao, Jiangxi is situated adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sanqingshan and will offer 248 guest rooms with mountain views.
Grand House, Jiangyin, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is located in Mazhen Town, the former home of famed Chinese explorer Xu Xiake. The 182-room hotel provides a convenient base for exploring the water towns in the area.
Grand New Century Resort, Changxing, a Tribute Portfolio Resort is located on the shores of Taihu Lake in Changxing, Huzhou. The hotel’s 154 rooms will offer guests a holiday experience among lake and mountain scenery.
