Grand Mercure Xiamen Downtown, XiamenGrand Mercure Xiamen Downtown in Xiamen, China has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 43 of 48 hotels we score in Xiamen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 2.8, Agoda 2.4. Rooms from about $60 a night (cached, not a live quote).Grand Mercure Xiamen Downtown is a four-star hotel situated in central Xiamen near City Square and Panji International Center. The property contains 151 guest rooms and duplex suites, making it a practical choice for business travellers or those visiting the nearby Xiamen Botanical Garden. Facilities include a gym, meeting rooms, and a business centre. Guests can access free WiFi and parking on-site. While many rooms are spacious, some guests have noted that the property is older and certain bathrooms require updating. The hotel is located a short drive from the local railway station and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport.What stands out

Central downtown location

Free WiFi and parking

On-site gym and business facilities

Close to local parks

Watch out for

Dated bathroom facilities

Older property condition

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