Anthea, ShenzhenAnthea in Shenzhen, China has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 69 of 195 hotels we score in Shenzhen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Agoda 3.8. Rooms from about $131 a night (cached, not a live quote).Anthea is a five-star hotel situated in the Qianhai district of Shenzhen. It features over 250 guest rooms and suites designed with classic interiors and high-quality materials. The property includes two restaurants offering Chinese and international dishes, a bar, a café, and a fitness centre. Guests can use the swimming pool or visit the adjacent Joy City shopping mall and Huafa Sunac Ice & Snow World. The hotel is located within walking distance of Liutang Park and the Liutang subway station. It suits travellers looking for structured amenities and easy transport links, though visitors should note that staff members speak only Chinese.What stands out

Classic interior design

On-site swimming pool

Close to subway station

Free on-site parking

Watch out for

Staff speak only Chinese

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