AccorHotels has opened Novotel Ningbo East – the first Novotel property in Zhejiang Province, China – allowing business travellers the chance to enjoy a convenient accommodation and modern amenities in one of the most important port cities in China.

Located in Ningbo Eastern New Town, the new hotel is a two minute walk from the city’s Metro Line 1 station, 20-minute drive from Ningbo Train Station and 30-minute to Ningbo Lishe International Airport. Ningbo Culture Plaza, Ningbo International Financial Center and Ningbo International Convention and Exhibition Centre are all located within close proximity to the hotel, making it an ideal place to stay for business travel.

Novotel Ningbo East features 258 spacious rooms with the brand’s exclusive eco-designed Live N Dream bedding concept, iphone docking stations, and modern in-room amenities. The distinctive Novotel brand colours of blue are seen across the hotel’s interior decorations and glass panels. It also symbolizes the vitality of Ningbo Eastern New Town, giving the hotel a distinctive touch.

“The launch of this property demonstrates AccorHotels’ commitment in bringing authentic French hospitality to travellers around the region, with a diversified portfolio to meet various needs,” says Michel Molliet, chief operating officer, AccorHotels Greater China. “The opening of Novotel Ningbo East complemented our portfolio in the city where we currently have a Sofitel property under the luxury collection and two ibis hotels in the economy category.”

The new hotel also offers creative and well-balanced dining options to cater to various guests’ palates. The Square is an all-day dining restaurant that serves authentic Asian inspired buffets and a selection of international cuisines. The Lobby Lounge is an ideal place to spend a relaxing afternoon over a coffee or have a business catch-up.

For conferences and events, the hotel’s offers four state-of-the-art function rooms, with the largest accommodating up to 300 guests. Other facilities include a gym with yoga and chess rooms as well as a Web Corner in the hotel lobby. www.novotel.com