JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has expanded its luxury portfolio in China with the opening of the 228-room JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji. Located within the world-class Phoenix International Golf Course and close to Anji’s legendary bamboo forests, the property’s design celebrates its stunning natural surroundings and was designed in partnership with Karen Wang Interiors.

Boasting a 1,800-year history of rich culture, Anji is known for its lush bamboo landscape that has inspired poets and artists throughout the ages. Situated at the heart of the Yangtze River Delta, the JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji is located a one hour drive from Hangzhou city center. A short commute from Shanghai, the property is within close proximity to several local attractions, including Anji’s Bamboo Exposition Park and China’s first Hello Kitty theme park.

“We are proud to introduce the 1ss1th JW Marriott property in China. The decision to bring the JW Marriott brand to Anji was simple – we want our guests to experience the unique charm and rich culture of this remarkable area,” said Henry Lee, Greater China Chief Operations Officer for Marriott International.

Each year, tens of thousands of travelers visit the Anji Grand National Bamboo Forest, where the Oscar-winning movie “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” was filmed. The renowned forest is one of the region’s most prized and picturesque sites, and is located just 15 minutes from the new JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji.

JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji has ample space to accommodate events of any kind. The 573sqm Grand Ballroom seats 380 guests banquet style with removable partition walls to transform the space into smaller venues. In addition, five meeting rooms, each accommodating up to 80 travelers, offer flexible seating plans and comprehensive business facilities.

A fully-equipped Health Club offers a range of state-of-the-art fitness equipment by Life Fitness. Rounding off the hotel’s wellness facilities and linked via smart dressing rooms equipped with rain-showers and complementary bath amenities, is a 1.4-meter heated indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi.

JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji, www.jwmarriottanji.com