Element Guangzhou Baiyun, GuangzhouElement Guangzhou Baiyun in Guangzhou, China has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 77 of 160 hotels we score in Guangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.2, Tripadvisor 2.6. Rooms from about $81 a night (cached, not a live quote).Element Guangzhou Baiyun is a five-star hotel situated in the Baiyun CBD area. It sits directly above the Baiyun Culture Square Metro Station, providing easy transport links. The property contains 401 rooms and suites, many of which include kitchenettes or full kitchens. Facilities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and an on-site restaurant. The hotel suits business travellers and long-stay guests who require practical amenities like a business centre and laundry services. While the rooms are modern, the seasonal nature of the outdoor pool may limit its use depending on the weather.What stands out

Direct metro station access

Rooms include kitchen facilities

On-site fitness centre and pool

Free private parking

Watch out for

Outdoor pool is seasonal

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