SHANGRI-LA Hotels and Resorts has announced the soft opening of Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan, its third hotel in Shandong Province. Considered to be one of the origins of Chinese civilization, Shandong has emerged as one of the most economically robust and liveliest provinces in China since its storied history began over 5,000 years ago. In celebration, Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan is offering introductory rates from 760 yuan (US$112) for a deluxe room. Valid until March 31, 2018, the offer includes breakfast buffet for two persons and is subject to a 10-percent service charge and VAT. Located within Jinan’s central business district, the 20-story Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan is part of a multi-use complex opening in early 2018 that will feature an office tower and a shopping mall, offering guests refreshing experiences for work and life. Beyond the hotel, guests can explore Jinan’s natural beauty, which has earned the city a reputation as a “Spring City.” With no less than 72 artesian springs, the Baotu Spring is revered as the “No. 1 Spring Under Heaven” and a short walk from the hotel. Other popular attractions nearby include the Five-Dragon Pond, Black Tiger Spring, Daming Lake and shopping plaza at Kuanhouli. The Jinan Station and Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport are 20 minutes and 40 minutes away by car respectively. Known for creating a sense of place, Shangri-La drew design inspiration for the hotel from the Baotou Spring Park to illustrate the times when Jinan developed around the lake and surrounding gardens, infusing public spaces with a blend of traditional elements and modern Chinese architecture. A total of 364 rooms and 32 serviced apartments overlook Jinan’s landmark Quancheng Square or Daming Lake. All guestrooms are adorned with impressions of the lotus flower — the symbolic flower of Jinan — and equipped with an air purification system, complimentary Wi-Fi, a pillow menu, and a deluxe bathroom with luxury amenities. Each apartment is fully furnished with a kitchen. Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan offers two distinctive dining outlets. Café Spring — an all-day dining restaurant featuring an a la carte menu and buffet stations, as well as local and Shandong specialties — is outfitted in curved timber panels and ripple-like patterns in honor of the namesake city. Upon entering the Lobby Lounge, guests will pass through a moon gate and Chinese garden before being welcomed by expansive 13-meters-tall windows overlooking Quancheng Square. Here, diners can indulge in light refreshments, themed afternoon tea sets, signature dishes, cocktails and tea. The Health Club and Spa located on the fifth floor provides impressive health and wellness facilities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a 25-meter indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath and spa.(Tang Li) ? | 