Editor-curated experiences light up the Changsha, creating a vibrant social hub this winter
Changsha, China, 11 December 2025 – This winter, Maqo Changsha introduces 'Sleepless in Changsha', a curated series of winter experiences blending local culture with contemporary lifestyle trends. Highlights include a themed menu available at the hotel’s restaurant and bar, and through in-room dining; energetic spinning sessions and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in a neon-lit setting; a striking ice installation at the MiXR bar and an exciting ‘Chilli Challenge’. The initiative is designed to redefine the nightlife experience, positioning Maqo Changsha as a welcoming, dynamic and inspiring social hub where guests can connect with the distinctive pulse of the city.
A Feast Without Borders: Where Street Food Meets Global Flavours
Capturing the vibrance of the city's nightlife, Maqo Changsha redefines the energetic evening with a vibrant collision of sight and taste. Area Executive Chef Daniel Brooker from New Zealand has crafted a menu that reimagines the spicy essence of Hunan cuisine with a contemporary touch, offering a fresh perspective on local flavours. Changsha style pork skewers bring the familiar, authentic smokiness of night markets with a cumin and chilli dip, while crispy rice waffles with avocado and soft boiled eggs fuse local rice traditions with Western brunch creativity for a surprising contrast. The menu offers a tasteful exploration of Changsha’s culinary landscape, designed to be enjoyed well into the night. Guests can enjoy these signature dishes at MiXR bar, E.D.I.T. restaurant, or scan for in room dining. Ignite palate, connect with the city after dark and join us in staying deliciously awake.
Night-time Revelry: Ice Bar Theme and Chilli Challenge
MiXR bar transforms into a winter pop up ice bar for the city's nightlife, serving themed cocktails for a limited time and igniting winter nights with a palate testing 'Chilli Challenge'. From now until 31 January 2026, guests can choose their heat level from the increasingly intense options: Shaanxi Mild, Hunan Medium, Hainan Yellow Chilli, and Indian Ghost Pepper. Completing the challenge within the time limit earns corresponding rewards. Weekly top challengers advance to the monthly champion to finally wins hotel stay award.
Midnight Energy Hub: Dynamic Fitness
The PWR Zone Fitness Center regularly hosts neon-themed Spinning experience sessions and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) classes every week. Guided by professional coaches and driven by powerful rhythmic music, the pulsating lights and beats create an immersive medium, offering guests who pursue healthy living and crave energy release a warm, vibrant social haven during the winter.
Beyond Sleep: Dynamic Spaces and Endless Creativity
To encourage guests to dive deeper into Changsha's night, THE LAB will host pyjama party, inviting guests to break daily boundaries and express individuality through playful nighttime attire. This series of activations pays tribute to Changsha's vibrancy and creative spirit. By fusing local culture with pioneering expression, the hotel transforms its spaces into continuously inspiring hub, active day and night. The 'Sleepless in Changsha' winter offer is available via official website and channels. Guests staying for two nights or more can enjoy up to 22% off the room rate including breakfast. The offer also includes 20% off discount for selected beverages at E.D.I.T. from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Join us in breaking the routine and starting your sleepless night at Maqo Changsha.
For more information or reservations, please visit https://www.maqohotels.cn/zh-cn/maqo-changsha or dial hotel directly at 86 731 8296 8888.
About Maqo Changsha
Located in Tower Two of Changsha's iconic International Finance Square (IFS), Maqo Changsha features 286 well-designed guest rooms, restaurant, bar, shared workspace, and a fitness centre. Embracing the brand philosophy of 'only better is better', the hotel provides guests with unique local and cultural experiences centred on the theme of social vibrancy.
E.D.I.T. is an all-day restaurant where guests can curate meals creating memorable dining experiences. E.D.I.T. 2 GO serves as a convenient take-away point via its food truck, offering bites and beverages. MiXR bar brings evenings to life with musicians, beat makers, performances, and live music. THE LAB, fusing a gallery atmosphere with a co-working space, provides an inspiring setting to work, mingle with friends, or wind down with drinks and snacks. PWR ZONE fitness centre offers a comprehensive range of facilities, including a gym, a yoga studio, and a 360-degree fitness studio.
About Maqo
Maqo is a fresh take on a premium lifestyle hotel brand for modern-day global citizens who are attracted to the mindset, and sense of belonging Maqo provides. Believing that only better is better, professionals expertly edit art and culture programmes, food and drink offerings, music playlists and wellness concepts to provoke and inspire guests with every stay. Maqo is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. Visit maqohotels.com or Instagram.
About GHA and GHA DISCOVERY
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world's largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 50 brands and over 950 hotels in 100 countries. Its award-winning loyalty programme – GHA DISCOVERY – provides 34 million members with recognition, D$ rewards and exclusive experiences across its hotels and partners, both with and without a stay. GHA DISCOVERY generated US$2.7 billion in member hotel revenue and 11 million room nights in 2024. Through membership in GHA, brands expand their global reach, drive incremental revenue and reduce dependence on third-party channels, all while maintaining management independence and individual positioning.
For more information, visit globalhotelalliance.com or ghadiscovery.com.
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