The 134th China Import and Export Fair (also known as Canton Fair) will be held from October 15 to November 4 at the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou. To welcome buyers and exhibitors from all over the world, many starred hotels nearby have launched special services during this period. The following are some recommendations.
White Swan Hotel (白天鹅宾馆)
Accommodation: Located along the Pearl River on Shamian Island, the hotel will offer guests the beautiful scenery of the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame a stunning panoramic view of the Pearl River or the Guangzhou skyline from a spacious and stylishly furnished room.
Catering: Both Western and Chinese dishes are on offer, including local cuisine like Cantonese sweet and sour pork and shrimp dumplings. Guests can also enjoy a 10% discount when they dine in five Chinese and Western restaurants at the hotel.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex; river ferry service with five-star Western buffet breakfasts.
Price per night (deluxe room): 1949 RMB (without breakfast), 2137 RMB (one breakfast), 2309 (two breakfasts)
Add.: No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District, Guangzhou (广州市荔湾区沙面南街1号)
The Westin Guangzhou (广州海航威斯汀酒店)
Accommodation: The rooms are fully equipped. A fitness center on the 7th floor, as well as two indoor and outdoor swimming pools, are also provided.
Catering: The hotel features Seasonal Tastes (2F), offering all-day buffet dining of international cuisines, Prego Italian restaurant (40F), Hong Mian Chinese restaurant (4F), and Lobby Lounge (1F).
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Special shows: Cantonese opera and folk dance will be presented regularly during the Canton Fair period.
Add.: No.6, Linhe Zhong Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou (广州市天河区林和中路6号)
JumeirahGuangzhou (广州卓美亚酒店)
Accommodation: Guests booking a Jumeirah Suite or above can enjoy the "Bar on Six" beverage package. Meanwhile, the hotel is close to symbolic city landmarks, such as the Canton Tower, Guangdong Museum, and Guangzhou Opera House, providing guests with a luxurious and joyful staying experience.
Catering: The hotel meets the dietary needs of global guests, such as Middle Eastern cuisine, in-room dining, and a la Carte service. People can also enjoy a 15% discount on food and beverages.
Transportation: Free hotel shuttle bus to Canton Fair Complex in 15 minutes.
Add.: No.12 Zhujiang East Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou (广州市天河区珠江东路12号)
China Hotel, Guangzhou(中国大酒店)
Accommodation: The hotel has set up a booth at the Canton Fair, where staff will provide exhibitors with housing and catering information, shopping recommendations, and recreational services. People can get up to 30% off when booking rooms in advance for the next session of the Canton Fair.
Catering: Guests can enjoy a 15% discount at the hotel's restaurants. A special themed wine party will be held in the hotel lobby with band performances.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex; direct buses to Hong Kong and Macao SARs; self-service check-in service for Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in the lobby.
Add.: No.122, Liuhua Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区流花路122号)
LN Garden Hotel Guangzhou (广州花园酒店)
Accommodation: This hotel offers multilingual services in over 13 languages, including English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and more. A Lingnan-style garden, a museum about the accommodation industry, and 26 places in the hotel featuring cultural and artistic treasures are also worth checking out.
At the same time, the hotel also provides certification services and the foreign currency exchange service of the Bank of China.
Catering: The hotel's restaurants have launched special set menus, with Chinese, Western, and Japanese cuisines available. In addition, they will also offer four-course and six-course sets for guests who are pressed for time.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No.368, Huanshi Dong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区环市东路368号)
LN Dongfang Hotel, Pazhou Guangzhou (琶洲岭南东方酒店)
Accommodation: Guests will receive complimentary drinks when checking in, and certification services are provided as well.
The hotel is also close to the Ancient Huangpu Port, where guests can enjoy the historic site of Lingnan.
Catering: Guests can enjoy a seafood buffet at dinner.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No. 1136 Xingang East Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou (广州市海珠区新港东路1136号)
Guangzhou Hotel (广州宾馆)
Accommodation: Guests will receive complimentary fruits and local desserts when checking in.
Catering: Deyungong Restaurant will prepare seasonal Cantonese delicacies for visitors.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No.2, Qiyi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区起义路2号)
LN Hotel Five (广州岭南五号酒店)
Accommodation: This hotel presides over the Pearl River, where people can relax in the private library or reinvigorate in the rooftop fitness studio, then watch the sunset over the city from the elegant lounge bar.
Furthermore, guests will be presented with five kinds of local desserts accompanied by story cards when they check in.
Catering: With their Canton Fair certificates, people can enjoy a 12% discount at the Tea 5 Restaurant and a free appetizer.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No. 277, Yanjiang Zhong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区沿江中路277号)
Kempinski Residences Guangzhou (广州德安丽舍凯宾斯基酒店)
Accommodation: Hotel amenities include a fitness center, a health club, and an interior pool. Each space is designed with a subtle blend of modern European and Lingnan styles.
Catering: The Living Room opens daily in the style of a lounge with dining facilities. Every guest can invite their friends, business partners and others. There is a mix of formal dining, casual dining, and bar seating, with an open show kitchen.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No. 19, Jianshe 6th Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区建设六马路19号)
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