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Shangri-La Hotel, Haikou opens on Hainan Island

Shangri-La Hotel, Haikou opens on Hainan Island

4 December 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has officially opened the 337-room Shangri-La Hotel, Haikou on Hainan Island. Located seaside amid a sprawling lush tropical garden, the luxury hotel offers spectacular sea views, a full range of urban resort amenities, and extensive event and meeting venues.

Shangri La releases android mobile app

Shangri La releases android mobile app

17 November 2012 Hotel News

Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has released the Android version of its smartphone application. The free mobile app is available in English or Simplified Chinese and offers all the functionality of the luxury hotel group’s website, plus additional features such as location-based offers.

Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto opens to the public

Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto opens to the public

4 October 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto has opened on Canada’s grand ceremonial boulevard, University Avenue, in the heart of its largest city. Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto resides within the first 17 floors of a new 66-storey landmark tower. 

New iPhone booking app from Shangri-La Hotels

New iPhone booking app from Shangri-La Hotels

Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts announced earlier the launch of the first of the two phases of their mobile application for iPhone. As a natural extension of the brand’s recently revamped website, the new app will not only encompass all the features of the website’s functions, but it will now provide easy access and booking for Shangri-La’s 72 hotels and resorts at one’s fingertips, anywhere in the world.

Shangri La taps into mobile technology

Shangri La taps into mobile technology

5 August 2012 Airline News

On the back of the recent launch of a new website, Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is unveiling the first phase of its mobile application for iPhone which but will provide easy access and booking for Shangri-La’s 72 hotels and resorts.

Garden Wing reopens at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore

Garden Wing reopens at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore

2 July 2012 Hotel News

After eight months of renovation, the Garden Wing at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, is now open as the country’s only urban resort. Located five minutes away from world-renowned Orchard Road, the new Garden Wing has 158 nature-inspired guestrooms and suites. 

Shangri-La Villingili Resort opens Maldives’ first 9-hole golf course

Shangri-La Villingili Resort opens Maldives’ first 9-hole golf course

18 June 2012 Hotel News

Guests at Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives are in for a delight with the launch of the country’s first nine-hole recreational golf course at the resort. Designed by Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, the Villingili Golf Course sits on seven and a half hectares of previously undeveloped land at the southern end of Villingili Island.

Shangri-La Hotels boosts online presence with new website

Shangri-La Hotels boosts online presence with new website

24 May 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a revamped website that will allow travellers to experience the world’s most enchanting destinations even before their journeys begin. Enhanced features, which include sharing the best of the group’s photography, will help travellers get closer to their destinations. 

Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai: A modern oasis in the desert

Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai: A modern oasis in the desert

15 May 2012 Focus

The award-winning Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai, is considered among the finest properties in the Middle East. Located along Sheikh Zayed road and standing at an impressive 200 metres, the 42 storey tower is 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and five minutes from the World Trade Centre, Dubai International Financial Centre and downtown Burj Khalifa.

Shangri-La launches new website

Shangri-La launches new website

9 May 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a revamped website with enhanced features including a shared photo option, enhanced booking functionality, social media integration and plans for a mobile app to launch in June.

Shangri-La Hotels breaks ground on Colombo property

Shangri-La Hotels breaks ground on Colombo property

27 February 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has broken ground on its new hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo will be located between the Galle Face green promenade and Beira Lake, with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. 

Shangri-La Hotels signs up for two Doha hotels

Shangri-La Hotels signs up for two Doha hotels

10 February 2012 Hotel News

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has signed an agreement with Faisal Bin Qassim Al-Thani & Sons Holding Company to manage Shangri-La Hotel, Doha, as well as Traders Hotel, Doha. Both hotels are scheduled to open in 2013.