Meliá Hotels International has announced the signing of Gran Meliá Chengdu in partnership with Chengdu Renju Tourism & Hospitality.

Gran Meliá Chengdu will become the third Gran Meliá property in China and Meliá Hotel International’s eleventh property in the Chinese market.

Bernardo Cabot, senior vice president of Meliá Hotels International, Asia Pacific, said of the partnership: “Meliá Hotels International is proud to embark on a new partnership with Chengdu Renju Real Estate - a strong, state-owned real estate development enterprise in Chengdu with a proven and successful track record.

“Chengdu Renju Real Estate also share the same operational concepts and values with our company and we are confident that with this strong partnership, we can create an exceptional and unique property that brings Spanish luxury and hospitality to the city of Chengdu.

“Our company’s origin and expertise is in resorts – something that we bring to top urban leisure and business destinations.

“Following the success of Gran Meliá Xi’an and the upcoming opening of Gran Meliá Zhengzhou, the signing of Gran Meliá Chengdu represents another milestone in the growing presence of Meliá Hotels International in China.”

Located in key destinations around the world, Gran Meliá is the most luxurious hotel brand in the Meliá Hotels International portfolio.

Gran Meliá is dedicated to a life well lived through the delivery of intuitive personal service, exceptional experiences and a modern expression of Spanish luxury.

Gran Meliá Chengdu will be situated northwest of JinCheng Lake Park, surrounded by greenery and with both lake and city views.

The property is destined to set the benchmark for urban luxury resorts in Chengdu and will become the primary choice for refined business and leisure travellers.

Scheduled to open in 2021, Gran Meliá Chengdu will blend history, luxury and avant-garde design both inside and out.

Gran Meliá Chengdu will be operated under a management agreement with Chengdu Renju Real Estate, the owner and investment enterprise of the property.