Kempinski in the News

Beijing, 25 July 2022 – Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center welcomes Matthias Al-Amiry as the new Managing Director, who will lead the management and operation of the complex, including a 480-room hotel, six restaurants, 170 apartments, 138 office units and 29 showrooms.

Al-Amiry has played a critical role in the Kempinski hotel group over the years. Prior to this appointment, Mr Al-Amiry held the dual-role position of Managing Director of The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore and Regional Vice President Southeast Asia, overseeing Kempinski’s properties in Singapore, Bangkok, Jakarta and Bali. From 2017 to 2020, he was managing Kempinski’s landmark Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin and achieved year-on-year growth for revenue, profit and hotel quality ratings. As an experienced hotelier, Matthias has over 30 years of immense experience with top-luxury hotel brands from around the world, and rich experience and knowledge of the China market. From 2014 to 2017, he held the position of VP Hotel Operations for MGM China, at Cotai in Macau; and, making his first journey to Beijing, he joined Raffles Beijing Hotel as General Manager, leading significant improvements and renovations of the property from 2011 to 2014. 

“Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center is not only an iconic property, as the first European five-star international hotel in this capital city, but has also been one of the most important flagships of Kempinski at the beginning of its Chinese adventure since 1992,” said Matthias Al-Amiry. “I’m glad to be back to Beijing and join this landmark on its 30th anniversary. I believe that with the supportive owner and the committed team, we will achieve optimum operational performance and sustainable financial results, through focusing on the improvement of quality and customer service.”

Born in Germany, Al-Amiry holds a diploma in Marketing & Catering from Heidelberg Hotel Management School and certificates in Financial Management, Leadership and Revenue Asset Management from Cornell University. Besides his native language, German, he speaks fluent English and also has a basic knowledge of French and Tagalog.

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About Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center: Kempinski Hotel Beijing Yansha Center opened its doors in 1992, becoming the first European five-star hotel in Beijing. The hotel is located in the heart of Chaoyang District, in the East Third Ring Road, in the diplomatic and business area. Kempinski Hotel Beijing houses 480 newly renovated guestrooms and suites, ten fully equipped banquet and conference facilities, two private gardens and six international restaurants and bars. After the completed full renovation in May 2019, Kempinski Hotel Beijing was awarded ‘2019 Best Business Hotel’ by Business Traveller. Known for a perfect mix of luxury, comfort and cultural diversity under one roof, Kempinski Hotel Beijing is the preferred choice for heads of state and royal family visits, while Kempinski Hotel Beijing’s annual events, including the Vienna Ball and Oktoberfest, simply embody European culture within Beijing. The hotel shares the Beijing Yansha Center complex, with offices, apartments and showrooms, You Yi Shopping City, banks, airline offices, a 24-hour medical centre, a health club and a kindergarten.

About Kempinski: Created in 1897, Kempinski Hotels is Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group. Kempinski’s rich heritage of impeccable personal service and superb hospitality is complemented by the exclusivity and individuality of its properties. Today the Kempinski Group operates 80 hotels and residences in 34 countries and currently has more than 25 prestigious projects under development around the globe. Each five-star hotel reflects the strength and success of the Kempinski brand without losing sight of its heritage; each one imbues the quality guests have come to expect from Kempinski while embracing the cultural traditions of its location. The portfolio comprises historic landmark properties, award-winning urban lifestyle hotels, outstanding resorts and prestigious residences. Kempinski is a founding member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. www.kempinski.com www.ghadiscovery.com