The Lijiang Hefu InterContinental Resort has been honored with four major awards
China, Lijiang, April 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the newly upgraded Lijiang Hefu InterContinental Resort has been awarded four major awards, including the "Lijiang Luxury Hotel Rising Star Award" from Hurun Report, the "Best Newly Opened Hotel Award" from Elle Decor Shanghai, the "Best Newly Opened Conference Hotel Award" from Business Traveler China, and the "2014-2015 Best Conference & Resort Hotel Award" from Business Travel & Incentive Magazine.
The Lijiang Hefu InterContinental Resort officially opened in February 2015. Situated in the heart of Lijiang’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the resort leverages its prime location and draws inspiration from traditional Naxi culture.,It perfectly showcases the essence of Chinese and Southeast Asian cultures, and boasts both exquisitely creative design and fashionable, well-equipped facilities.
The resort’s newly appointed General Manager Ernst Mayer said: “The Lijiang Hefu InterContinental Resort is an excellent choice for global travelers who are passionate about exploring, seeking authentic experiences, and pursuing a refined lifestyle. The resort features world-class conference facilities and attentive yet unobtrusive event services, which have been key to the success of numerous meetings and events. We are delighted to receive recognition from both industry authorities and the public in this regard.”
Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang Old Town, the resort enjoys a prime location. It offers a total of 274 guest rooms, including 12 suites, featuring modern designs infused with distinctive Naxi ethnic elements. The rooms are thoughtfully arranged within a 51,000-square-meter subtropical garden.
With the completion of its brand upgrade, the Lijiang Hefu InterContinental Resort is now officially part of IHG’s luxury hotel portfolio. As a model of blending classic elegance with luxury, the resort is gracefully nestled within a subtropical garden, with its architecture skillfully combining modern fashion elements and the essence of traditional Naxi architectural style. Numerous local cultural landscapes such as the Fisherman’s Wharf and the Dongba Paper Workshop create picturesque scenes at every turn, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the boundless beauty of Lijiang’s natural and cultural heritage. As a culinary destination in its own right, the resort offers a diverse range of dining options and venues. The Qise Guang Chinese Restaurant serves classic Chinese cuisine, while the Zisu Gourmet Restaurant offers creative international dishes, authentic Southeast Asian flavors, premium Western cuisine, and locally sourced Lijiang ingredients for barbecue—all available in itsall-you-can-eat buffet.