Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai

A memorandum of understanding for Ritz-Carlton to occupy the now-under-construction Zhuhai Jiuzhou Tower was signed with Jiuzhou Holdings Group on March 19.

Luxurious rooms, high-quality services, and panoramic views from a height of 320 m (3,150 ft) will be on offer when the hotel opens in a few years. Ground was broken for the 65-floor tower only a month ago. It is a keystone part of the Jiuzhou Bay complex, which will also house flagship stores, other hotels, office buildings, a marine transportation hub, and yacht club.

Marriott International, owner of Ritz-Carlton, will also introduce Marriott Executive Apartments to the upcoming yacht club in the redeveloped Jiuzhou Port complex, it is stipulated in the MOU. The apartments are designed as medium- or long-turn executive living quarters. Personalized services will be provided. They are expected to open in 2023 with 1 hectare (2.5 acres) of floor space.

Rendering of Jiuzhou Bay complex

The largest hotel chain in the world, Marriott of the US is based in Bethesda, Maryland. It has more than 6,500 properties in 127 countries and territories. The renowned hospitality company manages and franchises a broad portfolio of 30 brands. The closest to Jiuzhou Port is the 332-guestroom Zhuhai Marriott, a 9-minute ride away on Jingshan Road, Jida.

As a winner of the international service industry award, the Ritz-Carlton rivals Four Seasons, Waldorf Astoria, and Park Hyatt. It partners with internationally renowned luxury brands and appeals to those with an average household income of $290,000.

The Ritz-Carlton's 13th hotel in China will have floor space of 4 hectares (9.9 acres), maintaining a tradition of luxury and refinement. It will offer a curated selection of furnishings and amenities, including floor-to-ceiling glass windows and dynamic views of Zhuhai.

Other Ritz-Carlton hotels are in Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Macao, Sanya, and Shanghai.

Marriott building in the capital city [Photos courtesy WeChat ID: neighbor_zh]