Peninsula Beijing and Central Beijing

Joseph Sampermans: Located in central Beijing, just a short walk from Tiananmen Square and other cultural venues, The Peninsula Beijing has welcomed the world to Beijing for the last quarter century, one of the most exciting periods in the nation 5,000-year history, according to Global Times China. Joseph Sampermans, the general manager of The Peninsula Beijing, said the hotel was "extremely proud" of its Chinese heritage and was grateful to China and the city of Beijing for the continued support. "After 27 years of providing legendary hospitality to guests from across China and around the world, The Peninsula Beijing readies itself for the city next phase as a global capital," Sampermans said. "For this renovation, we wanted to create a grand hotel for Beijing that celebrates the rich history as well as the dynamic future of the capital." The 890 million yuan renovation was conceived in 2013 by celebrated Hong Kong designer and long-term Peninsula collaborator Henry Leung. With a front row seat in the capital city, HSH hotels have witnessed China remarkable transition into an economic superpower and have participated in driving development in the hotel sector. The inspiration behind The Peninsula Beijing rebirth is informed by the Middle Kingdom opulent imperial palaces and tranquil gardens, which provided a serene oasis for Chinese emperors and nobility to meditate and relax. By reviving Chinese imperial architecture, design and artisanal expertise from across the centuries and combining them with modern Chinese art and proprietary Peninsula technology and service, The Peninsula Beijing upholds China noble tradition of artisanship and innovation and provides guests with an authentic sense of destination. While modern China continues to develop at breathtaking speed, The Peninsula Beijing remains mindful of preserving the local heritage, culture, and traditions - a trait that is evident throughout the hotel. (news.financializer.com). As reported in the news.