Hilton has appointed Winnie Chu as General Manager of Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton, strengthening the hotel’s leadership team as the company continues to develop its luxury and lifestyle hospitality portfolio across Asia Pacific.
Bringing 20 years of luxury hospitality experience across mainland China and Hong Kong, Chu will oversee the hotel’s overall operations, team development and guest experience. Her appointment comes as the property continues to bring together Wuxi’s rich architectural heritage and contemporary hospitality.
Winnie Chu’s Experience in Luxury Hospitality
Before joining Xi Zhe Wuxi, Winnie Chu served as Director of Operations at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, one of Shanghai’s prominent luxury hotel properties.
During her tenure, she managed hotel operations within a historic building, balancing its architectural character with the expectations of modern luxury travellers. This experience has given her valuable insight into maintaining service excellence while preserving the distinctive identity of a heritage property.
Across her two-decade career, Chu has developed expertise in operational management, team leadership and delivering personalised guest experiences. Her professional achievements include being named Hotel Manager of the Year at the 2024 Stelliers Greater China Awards, recognising her contribution to the hospitality sector.
Leading Operations at Xi Zhe Wuxi
As General Manager, Chu will be responsible for the hotel’s day-to-day operations, service standards, employee development and overall guest satisfaction.
Her leadership will focus on maintaining operational efficiency while ensuring that guests experience the property’s distinctive blend of historic architecture, contemporary design and attentive hospitality.
Given her previous experience managing a heritage hotel, Chu brings a background particularly suited to a property that combines preserved architectural elements with modern accommodation and services.
Her priorities will include supporting the hotel’s team, strengthening service delivery and creating memorable experiences that reflect the character of Wuxi.
A Unique Blend of Heritage and Contemporary Design
Located in the culturally rich Liangxi district of Wuxi, Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers a distinctive hospitality experience shaped by the city’s history and evolving urban landscape.
The property features 105 rooms across a contemporary seven-storey tower and a protected heritage building dating back to 1933. This combination of historic architecture and modern design gives the hotel a distinctive identity within Wuxi’s hospitality market.
Its location also places guests within walking distance of historic landmarks and the surrounding commercial district, offering opportunities to explore the city’s cultural attractions, local character and urban experiences.
The hotel’s design and setting make it an appealing choice for travellers seeking accommodation that connects contemporary comfort with a sense of place.
About Curio Collection by Hilton
Curio Collection by Hilton is a portfolio of independently distinctive upscale and luxury hotels, each selected for its individual character and connection to its destination.
Rather than following a uniform design approach, the brand celebrates properties with their own stories, architectural features and locally inspired guest experiences.
As part of Hilton’s wider hospitality portfolio, Curio Collection combines the individuality of each property with the broader service framework and global reach associated with Hilton.
Xi Zhe Wuxi reflects this approach through its combination of heritage architecture, contemporary accommodation and connection to the cultural landscape of Wuxi.
What Winnie Chu’s Appointment Means for the Hotel
Chu’s appointment reinforces Hilton’s focus on experienced leadership across its Asia Pacific properties. Her background in luxury hotel operations and heritage hospitality provides relevant experience for leading a property that balances historical character with modern guest expectations.
As General Manager, she will guide the hotel’s operations while supporting employee development, service quality and guest satisfaction.
With Winnie Chu at the helm, Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton, will continue to build its identity around local heritage, contemporary design and personalised hospitality, offering visitors a distinctive way to experience the city of Wuxi.
