Fairmont Peace Hotel
If anywhere in town fully conveys the swish sensations of 1930s Shànghǎi, it’s the old Cathay, which rises majestically from the Bund...
From rustic homesteads, homestays, youth hostels, student dormitories, guest- houses, courtyard lodgings, boutique hotels and historic residences to five-star tow- ers, China’s accommodation choice is impressive, on a national level. The choice varies enormously, however, between regions and cities. Top-tier cities such as Běijīng, Shànghǎi, Hángzhōu and Hong Kong sport a rich variety of accommodation options but other towns may have a poor supply, despite being inundated with visitors. In fact, many travellers decide where to visit in China on the strength of the local accommodation choice.
If anywhere in town fully conveys the swish sensations of 1930s Shànghǎi, it’s the old Cathay, which rises majestically from the Bund...
Housed in a former towel factory, this fabulous youth hostel leaves most others out to dry...
The discreet, central alleyway location is the icing on this particular cake, parcelled away off Nanchizi Dajie, a guidebook's throw from the Forbidden City...
Just round the corner from the Summer Palace, the elegant Aman resort hotel is an exclusive and palatial escape from Běijīng's fuggy and noisy central districts...
China’s first carbon- neutral hotel not only incorporates recyclable materials and low-energy products where possible, it also calculates its complete carbon footprint – including staff commutes and delivery journeys – and offsets it by donating mon...
With its handy lakeside location, this friendly hostel is often booked out so reserve well ahead. It offers ticket booking, internet access, and rents bikes and camping gear.
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