Crowne Plaza Dalian Xinghai, DalianCrowne Plaza Dalian Xinghai in Dalian, China has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 37 hotels we score in Dalian. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 4.2, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 3.7. Rooms from about $132 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Shahekou district of Dalian, this five-star hotel opened in 2020. It sits near Xinghai Square and the Dalian Xinghai Convention and Exhibitions Center, within walking distance of the water canal. The property features 300 contemporary rooms and suites equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the sea, mountains, and city. Facilities include a swimming pool, spa, gym, and direct beach access. It suits business travellers and families looking for modern amenities in a coastal setting. While the rooms are spacious, some guests have reported issues with the air conditioning units.What stands out

Large windows with sea views

Close to Xinghai Square

On-site spa and pool

Direct beach access

Watch out for

Occasional air conditioning issues

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