Kempinski Hotel Xiamen, XiamenKempinski Hotel Xiamen in Xiamen, China has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 37 of 48 hotels we score in Xiamen. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $94 a night (cached, not a live quote).Kempinski Hotel Xiamen is a five-star hotel situated in the Siming District. It occupies the tallest building in Fujian Province and overlooks Yundang Lake. The property features 460 air-conditioned rooms and suites, many of which offer views of the water. Guests can use the indoor swimming pool, full-service spa, and gym. Dining options include three restaurants specialising in Chinese cuisine. The location provides easy access to the Wenzao subway station and is a short drive from Nanputuo Temple and the Gulangyu Ferry Pier. It suits business travellers and families, though some guest feedback suggests the cleaning standards in bathrooms can be inconsistent.What stands out

Views of Yundang Lake

On-site spa and indoor pool

Close to subway station

Free secure parking

Watch out for

Inconsistent bathroom cleanliness

Better-scored in Xiamen

Waldorf Astoria Xiamen, Xiamen: 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $344 a night. Located in the Siming District commercial centre, the Waldorf Astoria Xiamen sits next to Lianhua Park and is linked to the Paragon Shopping Mall.

Novotel Xiamen Downtown, Xiamen: 4.1 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $67 a night. Novotel Xiamen Downtown is a five-star hotel situated on Hubin East Road in the Siming District.

Crowne Plaza Xiamen Jimei Seaview, Xiamen: 4.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms). Located on Xingbin Road in the Jimei District, this five-star hotel overlooks Xinglin Bay and Yuemei Lake.