Intercontinental Dalian, DalianIntercontinental Dalian in Dalian, China has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 18 of 37 hotels we score in Dalian. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $99 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Intercontinental Dalian is a 48-storey five-star hotel situated in the city centre. It sits close to the Port of Dalian, Zhongshan Square, and various shopping districts. The location provides walking access to the subway and is an eight-minute walk from the train station. This hotel suits business travellers and tourists who require proximity to transport hubs and local banks. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a health club, a spa, and a golf course. Guests can access a sauna, steam room, and a solarium. While the rooms are large, some guests have reported issues with slow internet speeds.What stands out

Close to subway and shopping

Spacious guest rooms

On-site swimming pool

Good value for money

Watch out for

Slow Wi-Fi

Difficult window curtains

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