14 Day Splendid China & Yangtze (2010)

Beijing Huabin International Hotel

Open on Nov. 6th, 2009, Beijing Huabin International Hotel is centrally located on the bustling Xidan Street, only ten minutes walk to the Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City. Nearby are parks, fine restaurants, tourist sites and shopping malls.

The hotel has 464 guest rooms and suites, tastefully decorated for your comfort. All rooms are equipped with LCD TVs with satellite channels, broadband internet access. central AC, mini-bar, refrigerator, IDD telephone, hair dryer, coffee maker and in-room safe.

Many China tour operator rate this hotel 5-star. It is truely better than some offical 5-star rating hotels in Beijing.

Shanghai Crowne Plaza Hotel

InterContinental Hotels Group has boosted its presence in the Shanghai market with three Crowne Plaza hotels - among which Crowne Plaza Shanghai stands out with its prestigious location at the French Concession.

With its central and convenient location, the Crowne Plaza Shanghai is only minutes away from the bustling Xujiahui shopping district, and close to the consular district and exhibition venues. The hotel mainly caters to international business travelers and foreign airline crews.

The hotel's 500 rooms are well-appointed and newly renovated in September 2007 and provide a haven of comfort and relaxation amidst the bustling city life of Shanghai. All rooms are equipped with individually-controlled air-conditioning, broadband internet access, cable TV with in-house movie, mini-bar, complimentary tea and coffee, electronic lock and international long-distance direct dial (IDD) telephone. The en suite bathroom is well-stocked with toiletries and a hairdryer.

Crowne Plaza Shanghai offers a wide array of services for the convenience and comfort of its guests. The hotel's recreation center houses a fully-equipped gym, a spa, saunas/steam bath, a ballroom, a Karaoke bar, and a spa, offering many types of massage therapies.

Suzhou Nanlin Hotel

This newly remodeled property is in the very best location in Suzhou on the "Old Street". The secluded courtyard and lobby entry exhibits beautiful fountains, waterfalls, rock gardens, Bonsai, flowers and magnolias, all in the classic garden style for which the city is justly known. Only steps away is a bustling world class shopping area where the finest silk products are offered. Antique stores, teahouses, pubs, restaurants and art studios are all just outside the hotel compound.

This boutique hotel features 210 elegantly decorated guestrooms each equipped with modern facilities combined with the delicate oriental touch. Each floor is equipped with purified water and ice systems, making the Nanlin one of the very few hotels in China to offer potable tap water. Luxury and Location combine to make the Nanlin an absolute favorite with our clients.

The hotel is currently 5-star rating. You may read some negative reviews on this hotel before it was renovated. However for now it's a very pleasant place to stay in Suzhou.

East King

Managed by Orient Royal Cruise, East King was formerly considered the finest ship on the Yangtze. In fact, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett chartered this ship for a Yangtze River cruise when they visited China.

The ship has 96 cabins, 2 executive suites and 2 royal suites that accommodate to 192 passengers. All staterooms are well appointed with private bath, TV with in-house movies, A/C, etc. The ship features a spacious dining room, sun deck, an observation lounge with a bar, gym, sauna & massage center and shops. A doctor and beauty salon are also aboard.

East King features a sleek blue glass exterior. Even though it does not have a private balcony, the cabin features a large picture window so you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Yangtze from your room.

Compared to other so-called 5-star rated ships on the Yangtze, the East King is noted for its outstanding service and the high quality of its meals. Based on the East King's high standard of quality and service China Spree has chosen this ship as an affordable alternative to the M.V. Century Sky, which is used for our First Class category Yangtze cruise tours.

Xian Jianguo Hotel

The 4-star hotel is centrally located near Xian's ancient City Wall. It is a modern tourist hotel values traditional Asian hospitality.

The hotel was designed by American architect and features 888 artistically decorated guestrooms, spreading over 3 buildings. Room facilities include individually controlled air-conditioning, en suite bath and shower, hairdryer, IDD telephone, in house movies, laptop port, mini bar, satellite TV, and coffee maker etc.

The hotel was remodeled in 2008 and many China tour operator rate this hotel 5-star.