Hilton Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of the Hilton Foshan in China’s southern province of Guangdong.

Strategically situated in Chancheng District of Foshan, the 27-story hotel features 600 contemporary guestrooms and suites.

Hilton Foshan is operated by Hilton Worldwide and owned by Country Garden Real Estate Development.

“We are excited to introduce Hilton Hotels & Resorts to Foshan, the third-largest city in Guangdong and an important manufacturing hub in south China,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, Hilton Hotel & Resorts.

“We are committed to furthering our success throughout the country and look forward to serving a variety of travellers visiting this important Chinese business hub.”

Located next to the Foshan’s Central Business District, Hilton Foshan is only 2.5 kilometres from Guangfo metro station, providing easy access to Guangzhou city.

The hotel is60 kilometers from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport shuttle bus station, 40 kilometers from Shunde Pier which has regular ferry boats to Hong Kong and 120 kilometers from Shenzhen, making the hotel an ideal choice for business and leisure travellers alike.

Hilton Foshan presents five tantalising food and beverage outlets. Guests can enjoy authentic Cantonese cuisine at Yuxi Restaurant, a variety of Japanese cuisines such as teppanyaki, robatayaki and sushi at Yuu and other local and international food and beverages at OPEN Foshan. Guests can also relax and enjoy a drink at Lu Bar or meet with friends over tea and light bites at the Lobby Lounge.

Hilton Foshan features a broad range of modern amenities, including generous work surfaces, luxurious Hilton Serenity Beds and Wi-Fi access.

A 24-hour fitness centre features the latest generation of cardiovascular and strength training equipment.

In addition, Hilton Foshan offers a heated indoor and two outdoor swimming pools and a spa centre to accommodate spacious single or double treatment and foot massage rooms for guests to indulge in a range of services.

“Hilton Foshan is designed to bring a world-class experience to all guests, enabling them to enjoy the unique design and state-of-the-art amenities at the property,” said Bruce McKenzie, senior vice president of operations, Greater China and Mongolia, Hilton Worldwide.

“We look forward to providing our world-renowned Hilton hospitality to guests from China and around the world.”