Press Release: “Magnifique Meetings” Set New Benchmark for MICE Venues & Facilities at Sofitel Foshan

(Shanghai, February 22, 2018) – Sofitel Foshan sets a new benchmark for MICE venues and facilities with “Magnifique Meetings” in China leading furniture city.

Sofitel Hotels & Resorts’ first design hotel in Mainland China introduces the most prestigious venues and advanced technology for gatherings and events of all sizes at the stunning new landmark towering 236 meters and 62 stories over Shunde city.

Elegance, refinement and style are the hallmarks of Sofitel Foshan’s commitment to tailoring luxurious, memorable meetings, conventions and events.

With stunning interior design inspired by a blend of French and Cantonese “Art de Vivre”, the “jewel in the crown” of MICE venues is the breathtaking, resplendent 918 sqm pillarless Napoleon Grand Ballroom.

Styled after Napoleon III apartments at the Louvre museum in Paris, it oozes the opulence and grand pomp of a gilded era – from 17th century Louis XIV furnishing and décor to elegant decorative crown moulding and a soaring ceiling adorned with frescoes recalling marvelous French soirees and society balls, glistening regally above sparkling chandeliers.

Complete with a sophisticated, spacious welcoming foyer with garden views and expansive, landscaped outdoor garden, the highest and most magnificent ballroom in Foshan is perfect for extravagant weddings and banquets.

Ballroom Foyer & The Outdoor Garden with Church Style and Green Plants 

Equipped with the stunning LED screen, it is also a stage for prestigious conferences, product launches or presentations.

The Napoleon Grand Ballroom Creating Perfect Setting

 for Extravagant Weddings and Other Celebrations

Another six function rooms include four venues accommodating meetings and events for groups of between 72 and 224, with the option of subdividing partitions for 3 meeting rooms; and two VIP meeting rooms, Garnier and Rohan, respectively accommodating 72 and 12 guests for exclusive private events and corporate meetings. All venues offer full connectivity and state-of-the-art AV systems.

Banquet and dining menus are also of highest French and Chinese haute cuisine standard, by a team of skilled international chefs from both home and abroad; along with the option of professional floral arrangements.

A professional "Magnifique Meetings” team with a commitment to excellence tailors and supports all events to specific requirements.

From the fountain with the waterfall at the entrance, which also provides with lightings in the evening, to the lobby of the grand ballroom, as well as the landscaped outdoor garden on 8^th floor, Sofitel Foshan also offers unique capability for showcase displays, including a grand floor “showroom” for spectacular car, fashion and product launches. It is also the only hotel in Foshan with its own helicopter landing pad.

The Meeting Rooms Offering Full Connectivity and State-of-the-Art AV Systems

A world of luxury extends to guest rooms styled in four themes: modern, post-modern, Neo Chinese, and French.

Fine Italian dining is at signature Italian restaurant Allegria, with wine tastings at Noble Bar and the city’s first Sky Bar.

A VIP retreat is at the exclusive Club Millésime; with a blissful sanctuary combining ancient wellness traditions with latest French L’Occitane cosmetology at sublime So Spa.

The Exclusive Club Millésime Offering VIP Retreat

Sofitel Foshan additionally enjoys close connections with the neighboring Louvre International Furniture Exhibition Centre, a 200,000 square-meter destination hub of 600 high quality and luxury furniture outlets, famed as the world’s largest furniture expo.

Paying homage to its prominent new hospitality role in China leading furniture city, the Louvre International Furniture Exhibition Centre also features an in-house furniture gallery, showcasing offers unique art pieces and designer furniture. The reproducing the guest room or space or customizes the whole set of furniture based on guests’ need is also available at the Louvre Furnishings Group.

“Sofitel Foshan’s mission is creating magnificent MICE moments and experiences with high-end banquets and events,” said Candice Chen, Magnifique Meetings Director of Sofitel Foshan. “With an exuberant marriage of French-Chinese culture and design, blending the city’s charm with a touch of French and Chinese ‘Art de Vivre’, we bring the ultimate in elegance and modern refinement for luxurious events, with every meeting and event tailored to meet highest expectations.”

To introduce the most exclusive MICE facilities in the city, Sofitel Foshan offers a special accommodation (large groups) rate from March 1 to June 30, 2018 at RMB 850 a night including breakfast for one or two.

Special benefits include a complimentary room with every 20 bookings, up to five complimentary rooms – with one room upgraded to Luxury Premium Room per group per day.

For Chinese banquets with 10 tables purchased, and 1 extra table will be received for free.

Double ‘Meeting Booker Club’ points are given for payment of 30% deposit at least 30 days before check in.

There is also a complimentary upgrade to French-themed coffee breaks, and if at least 50 room nights are booked, guest can enjoy an extra 4 hours set-up for the event (based on the actual bookings).

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