Hilton has announced the appointment of Winnie Chu as General Manager of Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton, bringing 20 years of luxury hospitality experience to the property. Her appointment strengthens the hotel’s leadership as Hilton continues to develop its luxury and lifestyle hospitality portfolio across the Asia Pacific region.
In her new role, Chu will oversee hotel operations, team development and the overall guest experience, with a focus on maintaining high service standards while showcasing the property’s distinctive architectural heritage and contemporary hospitality offerings.
Winnie Chu Brings 20 Years of Luxury Hospitality Experience
Winnie Chu brings two decades of experience across the luxury hospitality sector in mainland China and Hong Kong. Throughout her career, she has developed expertise in hotel operations, team leadership and delivering personalised experiences for discerning travellers.
Before joining Xi Zhe Wuxi, Chu served as Director of Operations at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, one of Shanghai’s recognised luxury hotels. During her tenure, she helped manage operations within a heritage building, balancing its historic character with the expectations of modern luxury guests.
Her professional achievements include being named Hotel Manager of the Year at the 2024 Stelliers Greater China Awards, recognising her contributions to hospitality leadership.
Her experience managing complex hotel operations and developing teams is expected to support Xi Zhe Wuxi as it continues to establish its identity in the city’s hospitality market.
Leading Operations at Xi Zhe Wuxi
As General Manager, Chu will be responsible for the hotel’s day-to-day operations, service delivery, employee development and guest satisfaction.
Her leadership will focus on maintaining consistent service standards while ensuring that the property’s design, heritage and hospitality experiences come together to create a distinctive stay.
With her background in luxury hotel operations, Chu brings relevant experience to a property that combines historic architecture with contemporary accommodation and services.
Her appointment also highlights the importance of experienced leadership in delivering memorable guest experiences while preserving the character of heritage-inspired hotels.
A Unique Blend of Heritage and Contemporary Design
Located in Wuxi’s culturally rich Liangxi district, Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton features 105 rooms across a contemporary seven-storey tower and a protected heritage building dating back to 1933.
The property’s combination of historic architecture and modern design gives it a distinctive identity within Wuxi’s growing hospitality landscape.
Its location places guests within walking distance of historic landmarks and the surrounding commercial district, offering opportunities to experience the city’s cultural attractions alongside its modern urban lifestyle.
The hotel’s design and setting make it an appealing option for travellers seeking accommodation that reflects the local character of their destination.
About Curio Collection by Hilton
Curio Collection by Hilton is a portfolio of distinctive upscale and luxury hotels, each selected for its individual character, design and connection to its destination.
Rather than following a uniform hotel concept, the brand allows properties to maintain their own identities while benefiting from Hilton’s global hospitality network and service framework.
From heritage-inspired buildings to contemporary lifestyle properties, Curio Collection hotels aim to provide guests with experiences shaped by local culture, architecture and the character of their surroundings.
Xi Zhe Wuxi reflects this approach through its combination of historic architecture, modern accommodation and location within one of Wuxi’s culturally significant districts.
Strengthening Hilton’s Hospitality Presence in Asia Pacific
Winnie Chu’s appointment reflects Hilton’s continued focus on experienced leadership across its Asia Pacific portfolio.
Her background in luxury hospitality, operational management and heritage hotel experiences provides a strong foundation for leading Xi Zhe Wuxi as it develops its position in the regional hospitality market.
Under her leadership, the property will focus on delivering personalised guest experiences, supporting its employees and maintaining service standards while celebrating the architectural and cultural character of Wuxi.
With Winnie Chu taking on the role of General Manager, Xi Zhe Wuxi, Curio Collection by Hilton, enters a new chapter focused on combining local heritage, contemporary design and thoughtful luxury hospitality.
