February 22nd 2017

THE PENINSULA PARIS WINS FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE FIVE-STAR AWARD

The Peninsula Paris has achieved the Five-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for the

second time

Since 1958, Forbes Travel Guide - originator of the Five Star Ratings - has established the

benchmark for excellence in global hospitality. For more than 50 years, professional incognito

inspectors have travelled the world to find the finest hotels, restaurants and spas, spotlighting

each property's best attributes through Five-Star, Four-Star and Recommended ratings.

Announced on Wednesday February 22nd, this prestigious award recognizes The Peninsula

Hotel’s first European property as one of the finest hotels in the world, delivering guest

service and an experience beyond expectations.

“Being selected as a Five Star property by the very prestigious Forbes Travel Guide is a

great recognition for The Peninsula Paris” says General Manager Katja Henke “and I am

very proud of our team’s efforts and commitment, without whom this recognition wouldn’t

have been possible to achieve. I would also like to thank our owners, Katara Hospitality and

The Peninsula Hotels for their great dedication.”

The Peninsula Paris is the renaissance of a modern day palace. Housed in an exquisitely

restored 19th century French building in the heart of the elegant 16th arrondissement, it is just

steps

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from the Arc de Triomphe and within walking distance of the city’s most exclusive luxury

shopping, dining and cultural attractions. Steeped in history, it sets new standards in luxury

design and comfort with spectacular skyline views.

From the building’s façade to the interior, elements painstakingly introduced by local

architects and artisans, include fine marble, rich wood paneling and gold leaf finishing. Each

room offers a taste of timeless and modern aesthetic, combining distinct Parisian influences

with Peninsula signature functionality. Its collection of six eclectic restaurant and bar options

bring a new dimension of dining to the City of Light, whilst the elegant Spa allows guests to

refresh and revitalise body and mind in sumptuous surroundings. Combining classic Parisian

chic and world-class hospitality, The Peninsula Paris is a coveted location for memorable

moments in the French capital.

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About The Peninsula Paris

The Peninsula Paris is a joint venture between Katara Hospitality and The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)

About Katara Hospitality:

Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer and operator, based in Qatar. With more than 45 years’ experience in the industry, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in peerless hotels in Qatar while growing its collection of iconic properties in key international markets. Katara Hospitality’s portfolio has grown to include 34 owned and / or managed hotels and the company is now focused on achieving its target of 60 hotels in its portfolio by 2026. As the country’s flagship hospitality organisation, Katara Hospitality supports Qatar’s long term economic vision. Katara Hospitality currently owns properties spread across three continents in Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Singapore and Thailand. While it partners with some of the finest hotel management companies, Katara Hospitality operates owned and non-owned hotels through its standalone operating arm, Murwab Hotel Group. Katara Hospitality has gained global recognition for its contributions to the Qatari and international hospitality landscape, through numerous prestigious accolades from the industry.

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)

Incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00045), The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development, and management of prestigious hotels and commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula Bangkok, The Peninsula Manila, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Paris. Projects under development include The Peninsula London and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower, The Peninsula Office Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; 1-5 Grosvenor Place in London, UK, and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.

For further information, please contact:

Solène DavidDirector of CommunicationsThe Peninsula Paris19 avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, FranceTelephone: +33 1 5812 6605Fax: +33 1 5812 9999E-mail: solenedavid@peninsula.comWebsite: www.peninsula.com/paris