Marriott International, Inc. recently announced that it has signed an agreement with Beijing North Star Company Limited to open the third The Ritz-Carlton and the first Marriott Marquis Hotel in Beijing. The properties are expected to open in 2026.

Designed by the internationally acclaimed interior design firm Yabu Pushlberg Inc., The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, North (rendering shown top of post) is expected to feature 282 guestrooms and suites. It will also offer six distinct dining venues, an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa. Additionally, the hotel will have conference and event facilities totaling more than 10,400 square feet.

Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel (rendering above) will be part of China National Convention Center Phase II,  a large complex with a total of approximately 780,000 square meters that includes hotels, retails, offices, leisure facilities, as well as extensive spaces for high-level conferences, exhibitions, and events.

Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel is anticipated to offer 671 guestrooms and suites, together with a range of culinary venues including an all-day dining restaurant, specialty restaurant and a relaxed lobby bar and lobby lounge (The Greatroom). Planned facilities also include a swimming pool and fitness center, as well as more than 34,500 square feet of conference and event spaces including a Grand Ballroom, two Junior Ballrooms, three meeting rooms, and an executive club lounge (M Club).

As a key component of China National Convention Center Phase II, the hotels are approximately 20 kilometers away from Beijing Capital International Airport. Leisure and cultural attractions such as the National Stadium (Bird’s Nest), the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube), and China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum are within walking distance.

“We are excited to be working with Beijing North Star Company Limited on this landmark agreement,” said Gavin Yu, chief development officer, Greater China, Marriott International. “Guided by the ‘Brand + Destination’ development strategy, the signing is a testimony of our continued growth in Greater China in key cities. We look forward to bringing a broad portfolio of our best brands and experiences to where travelers are desired to be.”

“We are delighted to collaborate with Marriott International, bringing their two prestigious brands to China National Convention Center Phase II,” said Weidong Li, Chairman of the Board, Beijing North Star Company Limited. “The project is a stepping stone in our journey to drive innovation through strategic signing. We look forward to delivering an unprecedented level of accommodation and service to visitors and local residents.”