Best Urban Hotels in China

The Fleming Hotel is a 66-room boutique hotel located in a lively neighbourhood on Hong Kong Island. The room types range from small to extra-large to suit the needs of any guest, for any purpose, and are an elegant combination of traditional and contemporary design. Even the smallest of rooms are equipped with every necessity and additional luxuries while the larger rooms provide a spacious environment to enhance your stay. The hotel is a short walk from the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and is specifically designed to reflect the area’s industrial and maritime past. The hotel includes the exquisite Osteria Marzia by the Black Sheep Restaurant group, serving indulgent Italian dishes to bring a Mediterranean feel to Asia. The restaurant is open from early until late to provide a cosy, upscale experience at any time of day.

With a prime location in the Futian Central Business District, The Ritz-Carlton provides easy access to shops, cultural attractions, public transport and eateries. Although there are some excellent restaurants onsite: Xingli for authentic Cantonese cuisine; Paletto Italian Restaurant, and The Lounge for the hotel group’s iconic afternoon tea experience and light refreshments. Treatments at the spa have been inspired by traditional Chinese medicine as well as Western techniques, plus there’s an indoor pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre with personal trainers on hand to offer guidance if required.

With a prestigious address in the ancient city, this impressive establishment is ideal for people who want to be located close to Chengdu’s most popular attractions. There are 279 guestrooms and suites to choose from that combine state-of-the-art amenities with custom furnishings. Guests can enjoy the signature St. Regis Butler service while they take in views of Tianfu Square. Among the luxurious amenities that guests are invited to make use of are both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool as well as a fitness centre and spa, both of which are open around the clock. With its extra-large bed and huge bathroom, the St. Regis Suite is an excellent option for luxury lovers.

Situated in the breathtaking Jin Mao Tower, the Grand Hyatt Shanghai is one of the top ten highest hotels in the world, and is certainly also among the most unique. With well-equipped rooms with stunning views and ten exquisite restaurants and bars, you need never leave, but when you do the hotel’s central location in the Lujiazui financial district puts the whole of Shanghai at your feet.

Found in Zhujiang New Town, the Park Hyatt showcases Lingnan culture and cuisine and also happens to be one of China’s tallest buildings – those who prefer Western food will enjoy the Mediterranean restaurant or snacks in the rooftop bar. Spacious rooms have a mid-century-meets-contemporary feel and many offer views of the Zhujiang River. Pay a visit to the wellness centre and you can enjoy an indoor swim with a phenomenal outlook. Business services are provided at the Park Hyatt – a longstanding favourite brand for international business people – making it a smart choice if visiting the city for work.

An exclusive range of luxurious guestrooms are on offer for solo travellers, couples, or families at The Park Lane Hong Kong, a Pullman Hotel including the magnificent Park Lane suites which offer homely, deluxe living spaces and high-tech amenities. Each of the hotels’ rooms overlook stunning city views of the Hong Kong skyline and Victoria Harbour. When it comes to dining experiences, guests can enjoy an all-day buffet at PLAYT, round-the-clock relaxation in Ebb & Flow Lobby Lounge, or rooftop sophistication in SKYE Roofbar & Dining. The hotel offers 24-hour access to the fully equipped fitness centre and rooftop yoga classes on weekends.  A high-tech business centre, as well as multi-purpose function rooms, make the Park Lane Hong Kong the ideal venue for meetings and conferences.

W Macau – Studio City, part of Melco Resorts & Entertainment on the Cotai Strip, exemplifies the fusion of local culture and global appeal. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the hotel’s aesthetics draw inspiration from 1950s Hollywood and Macau’s East-meets-West heritage, featuring elements like undersea-themed ceilings and wave motifs. Its 557 rooms and suites offer modern amenities, including a Bluetooth sound system and signature in-room bars, with the Extreme WOW Suite boasting panoramic views and a luxurious layout. The hotel offers a diverse selection of dining experiences including day-to-night niche coffees and creative cocktails, a contemporary Cantonese fine dining restaurant, a delightful Chinese-Portuguese-inspired bakery and an exclusive speakeasy bar too. Guests can make use of a 16m indoor pool, a fully equipped gym, and the AWAY® Spa, while meeting and event spaces accommodate up to 130 guests. Adding to its unique offerings, W Macau is the first in Greater China to feature a W Sound Suite for recording experiences, highlighting its commitment to blending lifestyle with artistic and musical endeavours.

Contemporary five-star hotel in the heart of the Chinese capital, this 29-storey tower by MAD Architects is in Beijing’s Sanlitun district, and opened 2013. Expect 289 guest rooms, three restaurants, lobby lounge, an impressive spa and fitness centre, and an executive lounge with panoramic views across the city’s modern skyline. The hotel is well-positioned base for both business and leisure travellers, offering good value for a genuine five-star experience.

Sino Hotels proudly owns and operates The Olympian, Hong Kong which features a lavish selection of 32 grandiose rooms and suites including the spacious and luminous Olympian Suite, overlooking the West Kowloon skyline, complete with a 55-ince LED IPTV and a blissful rain shower. The hotel is situated conveniently near the airport, alongside a gorgeous promenade by Victoria Harbour. Only a short walk for guests to be able to explore the bustling centre or an in-house, deluxe residence lounge to provide guests with a tranquil space to relax and unwind. The hotel’s fitness centre provides state-of-the-art equipment and expertly crafted jogging map for exploration of the city while the Guest Service Team caters to guests’ every need and desire. Offers and packages are featured when you book a stay at The Olympian Hong Kong including breakfast, wedding, and extended stay deals.

Admire the city’s glittering skyline as you swim in the 41st-floor jade-tiled infinity-edge lap pool and soothe aching muscles in the bubbling hydro pool. The Regent occupies 10 storeys of the  21st Century Tower, accommodating 187 rooms and suites. Each comes with 400-thread count linen, an Illy coffee maker, Frederic Malle toiletries, a Frette bathrobe, a sunken bathtub and a walk-in shower. The decor brings in aspects of Art Deco design, with accents of bold red and Macassar ebony. There are three restaurants onsite; the Italian Camelia, Mi Teppanyaki And Sushi Lounge and Shàng-Xí with five private dining rooms.

Ideally located on Hong Kong Island, the Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour welcomes guests from all over the world to indulge in a luxurious stay in one of their 665 lavish rooms and suites overlooking the iconic harbour. Just minutes from main attractions and connected by ferries, busses and trams, exploring Hong Kong has never been easier. The hotel itself boasts a fully equipped fitness centre complete with the ICAROS flying machine which combines fitness and VR for a unique workout experience. For a truly dazzling dose of relaxation, a 25-metre rooftop infinity pool provides harbourfront bliss to all guests alongside. Gastronomy is at its finest in this area and the hotel’s unique venues offer world-class dishes. Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour takes ‘pet-friendly’ to new heights with ‘Dog Menus’ and cakes available at their dog-friendly Farmhouse Deli restaurant. The hotel is also committed to being fully accessible to guests of all abilities.

One 96 is part of the National Hotels chain, a brand that prides itself on offering the foremost in modern sophistication and style. The interiors come from the mind of designer Norman Chan and they feature the signature modern interiors and neutral colour choice lit by plenty of natural light from the large windows. The exterior of the building features a glass facade that was designed to resemble the natural flow of fabric. The hotel includes free internet access as well as extra business services such as colour printing, scanning and a fax machine.