Starwood Announces Third W in China

Starwood Hotels & Resorts says it is bringing its W brand to Guangzhou's Zhujiang New Town in 2010. The W Guangzhou will comprise 320 guest rooms and 167 luxury residences. The property will be part of an upscale mixed-use complex that will include luxury retail. The hotel itself will have three restaurants, a business center, a Bliss Spa, a health club, a heated indoor pool and 16,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel will also have such brand standards as the W bed and Whatever/Whenever concierge service. Zhujiang New Town is projected to become an entertainment and recreation center. Visit [www.starwoodhotels.com].