Nikko Hotels in Chengdu

The main building and decor are decent, meeting JAL's usual standards. The soundproofing is poor; you can hear traffic noise at night. The location is out of the way, in a new new district. The amenities are lacking, with unfinished construction sites nearby and many cement trucks on the road. It's a bit of a distance from Yixin Lake, and I initially thought it was on the lake based on the pictures. The 'lake' is essentially a man-made puddle, which might be fine if you're coming to Chengdu specifically for this 'lake.' Having stayed at Shangri-La and JW Marriott on this trip, the Hotel Nikko Chengdu had the worst 'resort' vibe overall. I've also stayed at Nikko hotels in Bangkok and Tokyo, and they also lacked a resort atmosphere. Perhaps this is just typical for Japanese brands. The hotel immediately charged a 500 RMB deposit, which was unique among the three hotels. Yet, the minibar was empty. My trust in them dropped to zero. The breakfast quality was poor. Perhaps this is expected for a 500+ RMB price including breakfast. There wasn't much quality protein, mostly fried, high-carb items, and some highly processed, synthetic meats. This was the worst breakfast among the three Nikko hotels I've stayed at, and it couldn't compare to the other two hotels I stayed at in Chengdu this trip. You really get what you pay for. The breakfast restaurant manager was good, which earned some points for the hotel. During peak hours, it takes an hour to get into the city by taxi. It's a ten-minute walk to the subway station, and then another fifty minutes to get into the city. The swimming pool has no dedicated lanes, just shallow areas, which is okay for a quick dip. This facility also couldn't compare to the other two hotels in Chengdu. If you're looking to experience Chengdu's laid-back comfort and a relaxing vacation, I don't recommend this place. It's purely for saving money.