Emeishan, Sichuan, April 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — On April 1, the 2015 Asia Hotel Forum Annual Conference and the 10th China Hotel Starlight Awards Ceremony concluded successfully in Shanghai. With the theme "Gratitude & Beyond," the Emei Mountain Blue Anantara Resort has garnered widespread attention and affection since its opening in January 2014. Following accolades such as the "Five Continents Diamond – 2014 Best Resort Hotel Award," "Qunar.com – 2014 Best Hot Spring Hotel Award," and "Travel & Leisure – 2014 Best Resort Hotel of the Year," it has now been honored again with the "10th China Hotel Starlight Award for China's Top Ten Tourism Resort Hotels."
Awards Ceremony of the 10th China Hotel Starlight Awards
Recognized by the industry as the most authoritative, brand-valuable, and credible annual hotel award, the China Hotel Starlight Award represents the highest honor in China’s hospitality sector. Mr. Yang Xueli, General Manager of Blue Group Hotel Management Company, personally attended the ceremony in Shanghai to bring this honor back to the resort. With over 20 years of experience in managing, investing in, and asset-managing international five-star hotels, Mr. Yang also served as a guest speaker at the Asia Hotel Forum, delivering a presentation on hotel brand development in the new normal.
Mr. Yang Xueli, General Manager of Blue Group Hotel Management Company
Officially unveiled on January 26, 2014, the Emei Mountain Blue Anantara Resort is located in Emei Mountain, famed as the "Finest under Heaven." Bathed in the golden light of the Golden Summit and nestled at the foot of the mountain near the picturesque Emei Lake, it is the first international resort hotel born in this renowned Buddhist sanctuary. The resort blends Southeast Asian charm with Western Sichuan tribal aesthetics, offering a total of 150 luxurious and comfortable rooms that highlight Eastern elegance. These include 90 Deluxe Rooms and 40 Sima Residences, each featuring either garden or lake views, along with 20 standalone villa suites that provide exclusive pools, Jacuzzis, and outdoor pavilions for guests seeking ultimate privacy and freedom.
Main Building of the Emei Mountain Blue Anantara Resort
In this uniquely Asian and culturally rich resort, enjoying a “slow life holiday” surrounded by stunning natural scenery is the perfect way to relax both body and mind — practice yoga or tai chi in the morning light, play joyfully with your children at the Kids Club, enjoy the thrill of table tennis or outdoor tennis at the wellness center, or simply soak up the sun in the pool or outdoor jacuzzi.
For those seeking deep relaxation during their holiday, the Emei Mountain Blue Anantara Resort offers the perfect opportunity to experience “Oriental pampering” in a serene and tranquil environment. Expertise in traditional Chinese tea-infused healing philosophies, ancient wellness traditions from Thailand and India, and refined modern spa techniques are all integrated and elevated in the services and products offered at Anantara Spa.
Guests who love Sichuan cuisine can not only indulge in an authentic feast of spicy flavors at the Emei Mountain Blue Anantara Resort but also savor distinctive Emei dishes such as tofu pudding, radish soup, Linjiang eel shreds, and snow fungus chicken at the resort’s signature Chinese restaurant, Jinyi Xuan. The resort’s exclusive “Romantic Custom Dinner” and “Sichuan Cooking Class” are also must-try experiences for food enthusiasts..
Additionally, the resort offers a wide range of destination experiences. Guests can enjoy the complimentary hot spring pools, take leisurely walks, jog, go mountain biking, or fish at the nearby Emei Lake Scenic Area, or even enjoy a friendly round of golf. Of course, those fascinated by the adorable and playful giant pandas can visit the Giant Panda Ecological Park, just a 10-minute drive from the resort, to get up close and “pamper” these beloved national treasures of China.
Over the past year, guided by the core brand philosophy of "Sincere Hospitality That Transcends Boundaries," the resort has continuously improved its offerings, striving to provide high-quality services and products. At the same time, it has actively promoted the local tourism resources and cultural charm, contributing to Emei Mountain’s transition from sightseeing-focused tourism to a resort-oriented model. These efforts have earned widespread recognition from visitors, industry partners, and media alike.