source: marketwire.com, May 20, 2010

“Suzhou is an ancient city with a 2500 year history and it is unmatched for the fantastic features and classic Chinese lifestyle. This hotel’s location, right in the heart of the downtown area, allows guests traveling for both business and leisure to discover and experience everything this city has to offer”; said Jerry Miao, General Manager of the Suzhou Marriott Hotel during Marriott International’s t announcement of the grand opening of its’ newly opened Hotel/Resort located in SUZHOU, JIANGSU PROVINCE, CHINA.  Effectively the property is owned by Suzhou New Development Investment Co, Ltd. and managed by Marriott International, Inc.  The 302-room, 50-story building is indicative of classic Chinese culture in the sense of combining business with pleasure.  Guests from all parts of the world will appreciate the part hotel, part International Office Building and part Executive Apartment concept distinguished in local heritage. The guest rooms are located from 29th to 48th floors, and feature a stunning view of the bustling city below and are nearby to the Suzhou National New & High-Tech Development Zone.  Emboldened by the classic gardens of Suzhou, the ancient city gates and Suzhou Museum; Marriott International’s recent announcement epitomizes the continuing emergence of Eastern and Western cultures.  

For dining and entertainment, the hotel features the restaurant, Asia Bistro, which is an open kitchen concept with four major kitchens.  The first open kitchen features Asian sections for local specialties and the second plays host to an authentic tandoor and grill for Indian, Malay, and Singaporean specialties.  The third kitchen offers a cold counter for seafood, salads, and Japanese specialties.  And lastly there is a dessert counter with a built in oven for baked goods, plus ice cream and cake specialties.   

Additional options for Suzhou dining at the hotel include Man Ho Chinese Restaurant where, once guests enter the restaurant through the Tea Lounge, they will find a variety of teas served for tasting and relaxing.  Another fabulous option is Alto Vino offering diners a chance to experience Italian country fare in a family friendly environment.  The Lounge, located in the heart of the hotel, is ideal for small meetings, entertainment, a quick lunch, or a quiet coffee or glass of wine.  Lastly, Java+, a five star bakery and pastry shop is a grab and go coffee outlet offering international and local fares with emphasis on orders-to-go.