The Valley Wing extension has opened at Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao.

Following in the footsteps of the acclaimed Valley Wing at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, the new tower features the city's largest guestrooms at 54 square meters. Located in a 20-story modern glass tower, the US$62 million expansion adds 196 guestrooms increasing the hotel's total room count to 696, 13 serviced apartments, the city's largest ballroom, two restaurants, a health club and spa facilities.

All Valley Wing guests arrive at a separate lobby entrance and automatically receive in-room check-in, pressing of one suit and shoeshine on arrival, exclusive use of the Valley Wing lounge for breakfast, all refreshments and cocktails, including free flowing champagne. Business facilities such as meeting rooms and computers are also available for Valley Wing guests in the lounge.

The high-ceiling and pillarless China Hall has a capacity of 2,000 people and is the largest ballroom in the city. Offering the latest in audio-visual technology, it is the ideal venue for hosting high profile events and celebrating grand occasions. With direct access via a large lift, it is even possible to drive a car into the China Hall for exhibits.

For relaxation, the new health club opening in April, located in the Valley Wing, provides a fully equipped gym with views of the city, a 25-meter heated indoor swimming pool, a sauna and steam room. A spa with 10 private treatment rooms will open in May.