Even Qingdao Laoshan, QingdaoEven Qingdao Laoshan in Qingdao, China has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.5 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 45 of 84 hotels we score in Qingdao. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.4, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 1.1. Rooms from about $70 a night (cached, not a live quote).Even Qingdao Laoshan is an eight-story IHG property located in the Laoshan District. The hotel contains 146 rooms and sits adjacent to a shopping mall and a subway station, providing easy access to local retail centres like IKEA. Guests can use the on-site fitness centre, which offers yoga classes, or visit the spa. The dining options include a restaurant serving seafood, Chinese, and Asian dishes. While the hotel provides modern interiors and convenient transport links, the low Google rating suggests some guests may have had inconsistent experiences. It is a suitable choice for travellers who prioritise proximity to shopping and public transport.What stands out

Direct access to subway and mall

On-site fitness centre with yoga

Variety of dining options

Secure private parking

Watch out for

Low Google review score

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