Hotels With bar in Shandong, China

While visiting Qingdao, I decided to spend a day in Jinan and chose the Shangri-La. Before checking in, I called to confirm that my room was ready. The lobby is impressive, and the room was spacious, quiet, and well-equipped. The toiletries were excellent, and I particularly liked the eco-friendly bamboo toothbrushes and combs. The hotel is conveniently located opposite Quancheng Square, perfect for an evening stroll to watch the musical fountain. Baotu Spring is also within walking distance. There are plenty of malls nearby, and both takeout and dining options are easily accessible. The old city, however, is genuinely congested; it took almost 40 minutes to get to Jinan Station by taxi, and I barely made my train. The hotel also seems to offer intangible cultural heritage activities, but I didn't have time to participate. I would definitely choose this hotel again for a more leisurely trip to Jinan.

I brought my mother to Yantai for a few days, and after researching many hotels, I still chose this Hilton. It's mainly because it's very close to Golden Beach, and the room type we picked directly faces the sea. Watching the ebb and flow of the tide was very energizing. The room was comfortable, and all the amenities were sufficient. Anina was genuinely kind and patiently answered all our daily inquiries. The hotel's leisure facilities are complete, and the breakfast offers a wide variety of choices. The sea cucumber and rice from the internal restaurant was also delicious. After dinner, we went to the beach to enjoy the sea breeze – it really felt like a perfect vacation.

Just checked out of the Crowne Plaza Qingdao Ocean Spring Resort, and this 3-day, 2-night 'lie-flat' vacation was truly therapeutic. We didn't have to rush to any attractions, making it perfect for families with kids or those looking for a quiet escape. The hotel has a European castle style, and the high-ceilinged lobby with a crystal chandelier immediately sets a holiday mood upon entry. We were lucky enough to get a complimentary upgrade to a sea-view room. The room itself was generously sized, but the real highlight was the large balcony. Stepping out, you're greeted by an unobstructed view of Aoshan Bay. We enjoyed watching the sunrise from bed in the morning and the sunset over the sea in the evening – simply an amazing view. While some areas of the facilities showed a bit of age, the overall cleanliness and tidiness were quite good. Downstairs, there's a beach where you can wade in the water or dig in the sand – the kids absolutely loved it. There's also an outdoor children's swimming pool, and hotel guests have unlimited access. Next to it, there's a small petting zoo, where feeding the animals easily fills up a whole day.

Our overall stay was very good. The room was clean and comfortable, the service was attentive, the breakfast had a wide variety of options, and the location was convenient for getting around. Everything basically met Westin's brand standards. The only minor drawback was the pool area. There were many non-hotel guests with children and external coaches giving swimming lessons. This occupied a lot of the pool space, making the lanes quite crowded and affecting the swimming experience for hotel guests. What was most unbearable was a coach using a DJI drone for underwater photography. I hope the hotel can strengthen management and designate separate lanes for coaches to ensure the rights of guests. Aside from this, it's generally a recommended stay.

The hotel's location is good, and the front desk and housekeeping services were quite nice. However, breakfast was really mediocre; both the variety and taste of the dishes were lacking. The control for the room's light strips was poorly designed; at night, turning on the bathroom light also illuminated the entire washbasin area, with no separate control, which disturbed my baby and family's sleep. The toilet was also incredibly loud. The crib bumper was installed very sloppily and wasn't secure at all. Is infant safety not taken seriously here?

Attention to detail is lacking. There were no tissues in the room, and the light switch design was impractical; some bedside lights couldn't even be turned off. Thankfully, the air conditioning didn't have issues with being too hot to cool down. Compared to the sea view rooms, the details here aren't as good. The biggest takeaway, though, is to be very cautious about breakfast. The bacon was burnt black, and I'm not sure if that's a local specialty or not. The variety also wasn't as good as the sea view rooms – it's hard to describe. After eating breakfast, we didn't dare book their buffet. As for the room, my elderly family members felt a bit itchy after resting. If we're talking about the Shilaoren beach for families, the kids didn't even want to play there, which was quite awkward 😬. However, they did upgrade our room for free, so that's a plus. The travel photography service was also speechless, a bit of a rip-off, but many hotels in Qingdao are like this.

I highly recommend Tomorrow International Youth Hostel in Jinan. The place is exceptionally clean; every corner is spotless. The environment is also very quiet, ensuring a good night's rest. The 19th-floor terrace offers fantastic views, and the sunset scenery in the evening is beautiful. The staff's service is also excellent. Plus, the location is great, making it very convenient to get to tourist attractions. The price is quite reasonable, and the facilities are very good. If you're traveling solo, staying here feels very safe and comfortable.

Huge thanks to Grace for the warm welcome and for upgrading our room! The 270-degree view from the room was absolutely breathtaking – perfect for enjoying sunny days, stunning sunsets, and the beautiful 'blue hour'. The complimentary first-round mini-bar was so well-stocked, even I, who drinks a lot of water, couldn't finish it all. The large bed was incredibly comfortable. Breakfast at the ocean-view restaurant was also a treat, with both the food and the scenery being delightful. All the staff were very friendly and proactive. The bathrobes were also very comfortable. Overall, it was a truly worthwhile stay; you don't even need to leave the hotel to enjoy beautiful scenery. Some suggestions: 1. Room cleaning was a bit slow, making us wait quite a while before check-in (Grace did offer some comfort, which we appreciated). 2. The shower water temperature couldn't be adjusted very high. I'm not sure if it was because I didn't turn it hard enough or if the hotel set a maximum temperature to prevent scalding. However, as someone who gets cold easily, I'd prefer slightly hotter water. All in all, I highly recommend staying here!

The hotel is extremely luxurious and designed beautifully. But the service is TERRİBLE. No one speaks english… there is no food available for room service. İ wanted to drink a beer and they told me to go to the supermarket. İ wanted to order room service after 20.30 they told me no english and hung up on my face. After 10 mins 2 people came to my room telling me they dont have room service, after 20.30 even though the menu said 24 hours. The next day i tried to order at 16.00 and they told me it starts at 18.30… the design and the quality of the hotel is maybe the best ive seen in my life but the service is 0/10 … no cola to drink no food to eat .. i would not reccomend if you want to spend a lot of time in it.

Please understand if this review is a bit disorganized, as I am writing it in a hurry on my way back home. (Please note that this was translated using AI, so there might be slight nuances lost in translation.) Despite being in an unfamiliar environment as a foreigner, the service provided by the two front desk staff members was absolutely wonderful. While other hotels in Rizhao were also good, the service here was truly memorable. Both the male and female staff at the front desk greeted me with bright, warm smiles and handled everything with great accuracy and efficiency. Their neat, professional appearance and welcoming smiles make them the perfect ”first face” of this hotel to greet guests. When I was checking out this morning, I was already feeling very anxious about the long journey ahead—calling a taxi to the train station, taking the train to the airport, and finally boarding my flight back to Korea. Of top of that, I was completely exhausted from walking so much throughout my trip. Because of this, it deeply weighs on my mind that I couldn't properly respond to the kindness they showed me during checkout. I was too nervous and tired to even think about reacting properly, and I keep wishing I had expressed my gratitude more. They greeted me with such cheerful voices and bright smiles, but I could only receive it passively. If I plan another trip to Rizhao in the future, I would love to spend my entire stay at this hotel. I would like to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to them once again. I am boarding my flight now. Hope to see you again someday. 谢谢, 欢送礼物