An Elegant Blend of Luxury and Culture

The overall design, jointly crafted by MQ Studio from Shanghai and Nao Architects from Tokyo, ingeniously weaves unique cultural elements and the natural landscape of Kunming and the Yunnan province into the Hotel’s aesthetic.

Upon entering the Hotel, visitors are greeted by a glamorous lobby bathed in golden light. The floor’s intricate patterns echo the famous terraced rice fields of Yunnan. These fields are mirrored and inverted in the vaulted ceilings, enveloping guests in a modernized version of the region’s breathtaking beauty by the patterned metal tubes.

Adorning the entrance hall are two striking installations: a cloud-like glass sculpture and a piece inspired by the iconic Dian Lake. These artistic choices create a harmonious dialogue between earth and sky, enhancing the Hotel’s captivating ambience. At the reception area, guests encounter a ceiling that glows with soft green light, echoing Yunnan’s bountiful copper mining industry through a modern and abstract artistic approach.

In addition to drawing inspiration from the province’s rich natural landscapes, the Hotel also seamlessly integrates elements of local culture. A stunning piece at the reception area using the traditional tie-dye technique showcases fabric knots meticulously twisted and dyed in different shades of blues, rendered into the Chinese character for “spring”, a fitting tribute to Kunming as the “City of Eternal Spring”.

The Grand Ballroom and Meeting Rooms are as stunning as they are functional. The rows of chandeliers over the foyer draw inspiration from Yunnan’s age-old cliff honey-gathering tradition, representing a modern take on the bamboo rods used by those historically brave enough to harvest honey from treacherous heights.

While the Hotel showcases the grandeur known for the Grand Hyatt brand, Mr. Louis Low, General Manager of Grand Hyatt Kunming, is passionate about the pivotal role of modern hotels in championing sustainability and fulfilling their environmental and social duties. Aligned with Hyatt's global ESG strategy “World of Care”, the Hotel is dedicated to making a significant impact by reducing carbon emissions and conserving water. Deeply entrenched in the local community, the Hotel is unwavering in its commitment to supporting, training, and nurturing local talent with a team comprising over 75 employees from 10 ethnic minorities, constituting 22% of the workforce. Partnerships with local educational institutions create opportunities for internships and careers for the youth, seamlessly integrating the Hotel into Kunming's economic landscape. “At Grand Hyatt Kunming, we don't just coexist with communities; we actively contribute to and thrive within them. We are on a shared journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future,” stresses Louis.

Mr. Symon Bridle, Consultant – Hotel of Hang Lung Properties, believes that “Grand Hyatt Kunming is the final piece to complete Spring City 66 as the anchor destination of Kunming, offering the only fully integrated mixed-use complex in the city. It is a significant achievement and milestone for Hang Lung.”

With extensive operational experience with international hotel brands, Symon is well acquainted with the needs and concerns of both the developer and the operator. While this is Hang Lung’s second hotel project after Conrad Shenyang, he applauded the customer-centricity, openness and communication which channeled both teams through many challenges during the development process, delivering the ultimate success.