A 251-room property joins the brand’s growing network of 8 operating hotels in Greater China.

　　Shanghai, 30 December 2015 – AccorHotels announces the opening of Mercure Wuhan Changqing Park, a 251-room property joins the brand’s growing network of 8 operating hotels in Greater China. With a unique personality and distinctive style, each establishment offers an authentic experience for both business and leisure travelers.

　　“We are excited to introduce the Mercure brand in Wuhan, the most populous city in Central China, renowned for its picturesque and expansive lakes and parks including the East Lake,” said Paul Richardson, Chief Operating Officer of AccorHotels Greater China. “The opening of Mercure Wuhan Changqing Park strengthens AccorHotels’ commitment in the country to growing the Mercure brand, which combines international service standards with a local charm.”

　　Wuhan is the major transportation hub in Central China where dozens of railways, roads and expressways pass through and connect to major cities around the country. Comprising of three towns, namely Wuchang, Hankou and Hanyang, the sub-provincial city is the epicentre of China’s economy.

　　Located in Jianghan District, Mercure Wuhan Changqing Park is conveniently accessible to the city’s major financial and commercial venues as well as transportation hubs. The hotel is only 15 minutes drive to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, and 10 minutes from Hankou Railway Station and within walking distance from Chang Gang Road Metro Station, with the International Garden EXPO, Wuhan 1911 Complex, Oceanwide Plaza, Wanda Plaza and AEON located nearby.

　　The hotel’s 251 guestrooms and suites boast floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the city. Family-style apartments are also available for those seeking a home-away-from home comfort experience. Featuring contemporary design and subtle touches of elegance, each room is equipped with the latest technologies, designed to meet various needs of business and leisure travellers.

　　The hotel is also home to an all-day-dining restaurant that serves authentic Sichuan and Hunan cuisines and a lobby lounge, where a wide range of beverages and snacks are served. For corporate retreats, events, weddings and dinner gathering, the hotel’s state-of-the-art meetings and events facility can accommodate up to 110 guests.