Beijing, 9 January 2009 - Accor, the most dynamic international hotel group operating in China, announced the opening of Pullman Beijing West Wanda. The opening of Pullman Beijing West Wanda is testament to the acceptance of the brand and is the fourth Pullman hotel to open in China this year.

STRATEGICALLY LOCATED AT THE CITY�S FUTURE HOT SPOT Strategically located on the Chang An Road West, the Shijingshan Road (the main thoroughfare in Beijing), in the centre of Shijingshan District, Pullman Beijing West Wanda is 40 minute drive from the airport and 20 minutes from historical Tianmen Square. With the line 1 subway stop within a 5 minute walk from the hotel.

Shijingshan District has been earmarked by Beijing Government as the New Central and Recreation District (CRD) of Beijing. Nearby international sport venues: Wukesong Gymnasium, Laoshan Olympic Velodrome, Beijing Shooting Range Hall; Cultural and popular tourist places within easy reach: Summer Palace, Fragrant Hill and Tiananmen Square. A COCOON OF WELL-BEING Pullman Beijing West Wanda consists of 312 guest rooms including 30 executive rooms and suites. Snuggle up in the new and exclusive Pullman bedding, which includes generously sized bolsters, pillows and cozy comforters. Pullman Beijing West Wanda offers more than just a place to sleep, it offers a cocoon of well-being in the Chinese capital. All of the 312 spacious rooms are equipped with complimentary high speed internet access, voice mail, ergonomic furniture and large desks - Pullman rooms are designed to optimize guests� business life. Standard in room facilities, fitness equipment, and flat screen TVs with satellite channels. A VARIED CHOICE OF UPSCALE AND UNIQUE CUISINE Pullman Beijing West Wanda offers delectable international cuisine made with the finest local products. From western style to Japanese flavors, savor delicious elegantly presented at each of the three hotel restaurants. Tailored to suit varied palettes, Pullman Beijing West Wanda aims to offer a wide choice of upscale and unique cuisine. Ch�ng Restaurant features all�day dining with interactive live cooking buffet offering popular international dishes; Old Shanghai Chinese Restaurant provides sophisticated Shanghai-style dining with rich culinary traditions of this historical city; EDO Restaurant offers the finest Japanese cuisine served in an artful and refined atmosphere; The Cosmo Bar is also a relaxing place to �chill out� at with a range of espresso coffees and connoisseur teas and specialty brandies and cognac. NOT ONLY AN EVENT LOCATION, BUT AN EVENT PARTNER With a 1400 square-metre ball room and four flexible meeting rooms, Pullman Beijing West Wanda offers perfect location for all types of meetings and events. All spaces can be adapted and rooms can be enlarged, transformed and customized according to requirements. Pullman compulsory meeting facilities such as WiFi internet access, state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, flat-screen TV and multi-system video player are also available. At Pullman Beijing West Wanda a dedicated event manager whose main task is to assist guests in planning and coordinating an impeccable and unique event are made available. The personnel are fully committed to offering advice, planning and monitoring the organization of each event.

RELAXATION & ENTERTAINMENT AT PULLMAN BEIJING WEST WANDA The Spa, fitness centre, swimming pool and KTV at Pullman Beijing West Wanda are all designed for travelers to eliminate the stress of a hard day's work and the fatigue generated by jetlag and long-distance travel. Guests may use these services to enjoy a break, unwind and to take care of themselves.

According to Mr. Robert Murray, Senior Vice President Accor Greater China, the opening of Pullman Beijing West Wanda provides an even greater choice to Beijing hotel scene. �Pullman is one of Accor�s fastest growing brands and particularly in China and the capital is the perfect city for Pullman guests thriving for its fast-growing commerce buzz and cultural heritage.� he said.

Pullman Beijing West Wanda is now offering an opening rate of RMB 588 from January to February 2009. For bookings, please contact China Reservation Hotline of 400-818-2688 (from mainland China) and 800-938-768 (from Hong Kong), or via websites of www.pullman-hotels.com and www.accorhotels.com.cn.

PULLMAN BEIJING WEST WANDA Hotel address: No.18 Shijingshan Road, Shijingshan District, Beijing100043 China

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Pullman, is the upscale hotel brand of Accor. It was designed with the requirements of business women and men in mind. Located in the main regional and international cities, Pullman hotels provide an extensive range of tailored services, access to ground-breaking technologies and the �Co-meeting� offer, a new approach to organizing meetings, seminars and high-end incentives. At Pullman hotels, business travelers can choose between being independent or relying on the staff available round the clock. Starting 2009, the Pullman network will consist of 59 hotels in 23 countries across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. By 2015, we expect over 300 establishments around the world. All information regarding the hotels is available on the website www.pullmanhotels.com. Accor, a major global group and the European lead,Pier in hotels, as well as the global leader in services to corporate clients and public institutions, operates in nearly 100 countries with 150,000 employees. It offers to its clients over 40 years of expertise in two core businesses: - Hotels, with the Sofitel, Pullman, MGallery, Novotel, Mercure, Suitehotel, Ibis, all seasons, Etap Hotel, Formule 1 and Motel 6 brands, representing 4,000 hotels and nearly 500,000 rooms in 90 countries, as well as strategically related activities, such as Len�tre; - Services, with 30 million people in 40 countries benefiting from Accor Services products in employee and public benefits, rewards and loyalty, and expense management.

PRESS CONTACTS

Pullman Beijing West Wanda Cassie Zhao Marketing & communications Manager 86 (0) 10 8868 1188 marcom@pullmanbjwestwanda.com

Accor Greater China Vivian Bai Communications Manager 86(0) 21 6119 9839 Vivian.Bai@accor.com