Millennium Hotels and Resorts is marking 20 years in mainland China in 2026, celebrating the Shanghai property that opened as its first hotel in the market in 2006.

Key Takeaways

  • Grand Millennium Shanghai HongQiao opened as Millennium Hotel Hongqiao Shanghai.
  • The group increased its stake in Grand Millennium Beijing to 70% in 2010.
  • The Shanghai hotel is offering anniversary experiences and guest benefits throughout October 2026.

Millennium Hotels’ China presence

The Shanghai opening established the hospitality group’s presence in mainland China. Four years later, Millennium Hotels and Resorts increased its stake in Grand Millennium Beijing to 70%.

Executive Chairman Kwek Leng Beng said China remains an important market for the group and that it continues to believe in the country’s long-term potential.

The group owns, manages and operates more than 145 properties worldwide. It is a subsidiary of Singapore-listed City Developments Limited.

Shanghai anniversary programme

Throughout October 2026, the first 20 guests checking in each day are to receive a complimentary room upgrade and a commemorative welcome experience. The hotel is also offering limited-edition dishes inspired by its history.

The programme includes recognition for long-serving employees and an anniversary celebration with clients and partners. The hotel said it has hosted Singapore Airlines cabin crew since 2008 and Lufthansa crew since 2019.

Since 2008, the hotel has also worked with Shanghai-based volunteer charity Beacon of Love on a carnival supporting children from underprivileged families who need heart surgery for congenital heart disease.

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