Doubletree by Hilton Qingdao-Jimo, QingdaoDoubletree by Hilton Qingdao-Jimo in Qingdao, China has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 36 of 84 hotels we score in Qingdao. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 3.9, Agoda 3.1. Rooms from about $72 a night (cached, not a live quote).DoubleTree by Hilton Qingdao-Jimo is a seven-storey hotel situated in the Jimo central business district. It sits near Mohe Park and the Jimo Ancient City, making it a practical choice for business travellers or families visiting local government offices and factories. The rooms feature French-style decor and furnishings. On-site facilities include two restaurants, a fitness centre, and an indoor swimming pool. Guests can also use the sauna and hot tub. While the hotel offers secure parking and pet-friendly options, some guests have noted issues with the air-conditioning in certain rooms. The property is located about an hour's drive from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport.What stands out

Indoor swimming pool

Two on-site restaurants

French style room decor

Free secure parking

Watch out for

Air conditioning issues

Gym requires renovation

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