Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza celebrated its 18th anniversary on December 18th, 2017. Ever since opening its doors in 1999, Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza has set the benchmark as the first international five-star luxury hotel in the city of Jinan with an artful blend of French art de vivre and contemporary Chinese designer accommodations and facilities.
Over the past two decades, Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza has achieved a number of milestones that supported its stellar reputation. In 2001, it was recognised as a national 5-star hotel. In 2009, it witnessed the hotel’s first round of renovations; a second one in 2013 gave guestrooms, restaurants and the lobby fresh and stylish new looks. The hotel has been honoured with provincial and national significant awards and recognitions include the Golden Olive Award for China Hotel Industry and China Hotel Golden Star Award.
In keeping with Chinese tradition, the hotel hosted a number of Chinese cultural programmes with an ancient Qilu cultural theme. At the official ceremony, the Jinan Tourism and Hotel Evaluation Committee presented the hotel with the award of Hotel for Promoting Traditional Culture, to honour its efforts in promoting traditional Chinese culture over the years. Further, the committee announced the launch of its Traditional Chinese Culture in Hotels programme, breathing life to traditional Shandong culture for tourists. Recently, Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza initiated a handcrafted Chinese menu inspired by historic figures born or raised in Jinan; these luminaries include the Emperor Shun, Confucius, Zhuge Liang and the poet Li Qingzhao. The gastronomic delights were blended with Chinese elements and have since been recognised by the national master Confucius cuisine chef, a unique blessing bestowed on the hotel.
Since its opening, Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza has become Jinan’s landmark and is the tallest skyscraper on Luoyuan Avenue. The dynamic Central Business District where the 5-star hotel is situated is contrasted by nearby Baotuquan Spring Park, Daming Lake and Thousand Buddha Mountain, all within an easy walk or drive of the hotel. With 356 generous guestrooms and suites, the property boasts state-of-the-art entertainment systems, in-room WiFi, and Lanvin or Hermès luxury amenities. Its restaurant and bar facilities include western and eastern favourites, while the highest revolving restaurant of the city, Silver Sky presents the best of international and local flavours with 360-degree panoramic views on the 49th floor. For special events, its grand ballroom accommodates up to 900 guests, and the hotel’s events team can assist with creative meeting scenarios to suit any MICE activities.
François Guillocher, general manager of Sofitel Jinan Silver Plaza said, “The hotel has been a very important icon in the city for many years, and has achieved several milestones including two rounds of renovations that keep the hotel in good condition. It is a great pleasure to celebrate the hotel’s 18th anniversary, and we strive to continue being a key hospitality player in the city while supporting Jinan’s tourism development. At Sofitel, we pride ourselves on artfully blending innate French elegance with the best of local culture to create exceptional experiences.”
The hotel offers Magic Celebration Package with rates starting from CNY1,218 nett for a two-night stay at Superior Room including daily complimentary buffet breakfasts for two, CNY18 for a signature cocktail at the lobby lounge and more. The promotion is valid until December 31st, 2017. For reservations and inquiries, please email rsvr@sofiteljinan.com or call +86 531 8606 8888.