Image: The opening of the new hotel in Chongqing forms part of the group's regional expansion plans

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has announced the opening of its first property in the Chinese city of Chongqing - the 308-bedroom Radisson Blu Plaza Chongqing.

The launch means that the hotel company now has 80 properties in operation across the Asia-Pacific region, with a further 76 under development. This year will see a total of 16 openings.

Facilities include a fitness centre, a yoga room and a heated indoor swimming pool, while the hotel's dining options include Shiki Japanese Teppanyaki Restaurant and Sushi Bar.

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group president, Asia Pacific, Simon Barlow said: "This marks the steady growth of the Radisson Blu brand and Carlson Rezidor's presence in China.

"With a total of 16 scheduled hotels openings for 2012 in Asia Pacific, we are well on track with our growth strategy to strengthen our portfolio in this fast growing region."

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