Shangri-La Qingdao

Shangri-La Qingdao is a five-star hotel at No. 9 Xianggang Middle Road in Shinan District, the central commercial district of Qingdao, the port city on Shandong's southern coast. The hotel is described as a 10-minute walk from May Fourth Square, the city's landmark waterfront plaza, and close to the seafront and the MIXC shopping mall, so restaurants, shopping and the coastal promenade are all within easy reach. Qingdao is known for its German colonial heritage, red-roofed old town, beaches and the Tsingtao brewery, and the Shinan location puts many of these attractions, including the Zhanqiao Pier and the old-town streets, a short taxi ride away. The hotel follows Shangri-La's upscale international style, with a large, elegant lobby and a tower layout offering sea and city views from upper floors. Room categories include Deluxe Rooms, Horizon Club Rooms with access to a club lounge, and Executive Suites. Listed amenities include a swimming pool, a spa, a fitness centre, a bar, a business centre, several restaurants and wifi. Dining usually covers an international breakfast buffet and Chinese restaurants featuring Shandong and Cantonese cuisine, and Qingdao's fresh seafood is a highlight in the city generally. The pool and spa suit relaxing after beach visits or business meetings. Service is polished and suited to both business and leisure guests, and a concierge can arrange taxis, brewery visits and excursions to Laoshan. The phone number listed for the hotel is +86 532 8388 3838. Rates commonly range from about CNY 800 to CNY 1600 per night, and prices rise in summer, when Qingdao is a popular beach destination, and during the beer festival period. The central location is a strong choice for first-time visitors who want to explore on foot and by short rides, while beach-focused travellers may prefer an east-coast resort.