Jianguo Hotel Haiyang, QingdaoJianguo Hotel Haiyang in Qingdao, China has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.5 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 75 of 84 hotels we score in Qingdao. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Tripadvisor 3.7, Agoda 1.8.Jianguo Hotel Haiyang is a 5-star property situated on Haibin Middle Road within the Fengcheng Street Tourist Resort Area. The hotel sits 100 metres from a long natural beach and offers 282 rooms, many of which feature direct views of the sea. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a restaurant that provides special diet menus. It serves business travellers and families, with on-site meeting rooms and parking available. While the hotel is rated five stars, some guests find the facilities and room decor to be dated. The rooms are described as bright and spacious, equipped with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.What stands out

Close to the beach

Helpful staff

Spacious rooms with sea views

On-site swimming pool

Watch out for

Dated decor and facilities

Bedding quality is average

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