Courtyard by Marriott Guangzhou Pazhou, GuangzhouCourtyard by Marriott Guangzhou Pazhou in Guangzhou, China has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 30 of 160 hotels we score in Guangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 4.2, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 2.7. Rooms from about $291 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Pazhou district, this new four-star hotel serves business travellers and families. The rooms include air conditioning, work desks, and flat-screen TVs, with some providing views of the Pearl River or the local skyline. Guests can use the 24-hour fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, and sauna. On-site dining features Cantonese and international dishes, complemented by a bar lounge. Families benefit from complimentary stays for children between the ages of 6 and 17. While the facilities are modern, the hotel is situated a significant distance from Foshan Shadi Airport.What stands out

Cantonese and international dining

Indoor swimming pool and sauna

Free stays for children

Spacious rooms with river views

Watch out for

Far from the airport

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