TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements
Shangri-La Hongqiao Airport, China
Shangri-La Hongqiao Airport offers 91 rooms and suites with panoramic views of aircraft and Shanghai’s skyline. Floor-to-ceiling windows and open-plan layouts create a quiet, light-filled environment, while Horizon Club privileges include curated breakfasts and evening turndown service.
The hotel’s signature restaurant, Shangri-La Jiangnan Wok, led by Michelin-starred chef Tiger Yang and area executive Chinese chef Joe Hou, presents reinterpretations of traditional Jiangnan flavours through nine seasonal profiles, with takeaway bento boxes available for travellers.
The property provides nearly 3,000m² of flexible event space adjacent to the National Exhibition and Convention Center, suitable for weddings, conferences, and exhibitions. Its location offers direct access to Terminal 2 of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, the high-speed rail station, and the metro network, with downtown Shanghai and other Yangtze River Delta cities such as Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Nanjing reachable within an hour.
La Résidence Phou Vao, Laos
La Résidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang reopens this month after a year-long renovation.
Set on Phou Vao Hill, the heritage hotel overlooks the UNESCO-listed temples of Luang Prabang and offers views of the Mekong Valley and surrounding mountains, with the old town a short walk away. Spanning 1.2 hectares of gardens, the property blends Lao design with French colonial influences.
All suites have been refurbished with new bathrooms, bespoke furnishings, handwoven textiles, and artworks reflecting the hotel’s heritage. The restaurant has been reimagined as a French brasserie, complemented by a Lao tasting menu. A new cultural programme, led by local historians, will offer guests a deeper connection to the city, while service continues to reflect Lao hospitality.
Novotel Sydney Cabramatta, Australia
Novotel Sydney Cabramatta, opening in November, boasts 140 guestrooms and suites designed for business and leisure travellers.
The hotel forms part of the newly rebranded Cabravale Club Resort, a fully integrated destination featuring a resort-style swimming pool, fitness centre, dining, event and entertainment venues, all within close proximity under one roof.
Traders Hongqiao Airport, China
Traders Hongqiao Airport features 520 guestrooms, some with views of aircraft or the city’s expressways. The hotel integrates smart technology, including luggage delivery robots, barista-style coffee robots, and an express check-in/out system linked to Shangri-La Circle profiles. Guests have access to a seven-choice pillow menu, all-day portable meals, and flight-related comfort packs, as well as a food hall offering a range of regional and international options, from baked goods and traditional breakfasts to local specialties.
The hotel is directly connected to Terminal 2 of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, the high-speed rail station, and the city metro, providing easy access to Shanghai and surrounding cities.
