Renaissance Tianjin Lakeview, TianjinRenaissance Tianjin Lakeview in Tianjin, China has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 19 of 66 hotels we score in Tianjin. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $88 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Bin Shui Road in the Hexi District, this five-star hotel overlooks the lake. It is well-positioned for those visiting Tianjin University or the municipal government offices, and the nearby metro station provides easy transport links. The property includes three restaurants, an indoor swimming pool, a gym, and a full-service spa with a sauna and steam room. Guests can also use the mini-golf facilities on site. The rooms feature air conditioning and minibars, with many offering views of the water. While the amenities are extensive, some guest feedback indicates that the room interiors and carpets require updating.What stands out

Indoor pool and jacuzzi

Proximity to metro station

Lake view rooms

On-site mini-golf

Watch out for

Rooms require renovation

Carpets can be dirty

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The Ritz-Carlton Tianjin, Tianjin: 4.3 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $256 a night. The Ritz-Carlton Tianjin is a luxury hotel situated in the Heping District within the Central Business District.

Hampton by Hilton Tianjin Wuqing, Tianjin: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $55 a night. Hampton by Hilton Tianjin Wuqing is a three-star hotel located in the Wuqing District at the Innovation Headquarters.