Huanshi East Road business district
More than ten years ago, the area around Huanshi East Road was the core shopping district of Guangzhou, and Park Inn by Radisson Plaza and Friendship Store made its status as a high-end shopping district unshakable. Although a few years ago, the subway Taojin Station built a car tunnel under the East Huanshi Road, but the car ramps on both sides and the bus transfer hub have not kept up, and with the rapid development of the Tianhe business district, the competitiveness of the east of the city has also begun to decay. In addition, after the nearby consulate, Guangzhou TV station and some enterprises moved away, the east of the city is even more declining. Fortunately, several major shopping malls led by Park Inn Plaza have transformed in brand introduction and environmental decoration, and in 2017, the government invested nearly 7 million yuan in square paving, sidewalks, roadway renovation and decoration and beautification upgrades, which are expected to bring about a turnaround.
Park Inn Plaza
Named after the French transliteration of LaPerle, Italy's top underwear luxury brand, it is the earliest concentration of international luxury brands in Guangzhou. It was quite a sensation when it opened in 2004, and it also witnessed the trajectory of Guangzhou's high-end business district moving eastward.
Park Inn by Radisson has experienced two "brand changes" of more than 30%, and in October 2016, ATTOS, China's largest officially authorized duty-free shop for luxury goods, entered the stadium. ATTOS introduced more than 28 international first-line brands such as Chlo, Alexander Mc Queen, Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, Stella Mc Cartney, Christopher Kane, Sergio Rossi and so on to Guangzhou for the first time, allowing members to enjoy products and duty-free overseas prices that are in sync with Europe. In addition, the newly established Designer Shoes Zone, international boutique children's clothing collection stores Kissocool and Bebelux can also be seen that Park Inn Place is more inclined to introduce luxury brand stores, which is different from Taikoo Hui, Tianhuan and GT Landmark's strategy of focusing on "exclusive brands". In terms of catering, Kanai Japanese Cuisine has a good reputation.
Compared to the grandeur of Taikoo Hui, Park Inn by Radisson is a bit small, with a low ceiling and a bit of oppression. However, after the renovation in 2012, the atrium's water feature design has added a lot of ornamentality, and the 20-meter-high water column can create a dreamy feeling. Although Taikoo Hui has stolen the limelight in recent years, after all, the brand is still competitive, and Park Inn will not be too lonely. If you become a member, you can also enjoy brand discounts, priority access to various luxury activities, VIP lounges, VIP toilets, 2 hours of free parking and other privileges.
Friendship Store (Huanshi East Road)
It is the head office of Guangzhou Friendship Store, which has been established for nearly 40 years. It is now connected to Park Inn, perhaps because there are fewer food and beverage outlets in Park Inn, and restaurants such as Guangzhou Restaurant, BRIO and Green Pavilion in the Friendship Store are more popular. The positioning of the Huanshi East Store and the Zhengjia Store is similar, and there is no shortage of internationally renowned brands for clothing and accessories, as well as lady-level beauty brands such as Helena and SkinKey. Most of the main consumers are middle-class people, and there are often preferential activities such as UnionPay on weekends in 2017, and the flow of people is large. After the renovation of the mall, shopping is much more comfortable, and the plaza at the main entrance will be regularly changed.
Other recommendations:
Guangbai Department Store, World Trade Center Xintiandi, Poly Central Plaza
