Sofitel Haikou, HaikouSofitel Haikou in Haikou, China has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 40 hotels we score in Haikou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 3.5.Sofitel Haikou is a five-star hotel situated on Binhai Avenue within the Haikou business district. Located above Baifang Square, the property overlooks the ocean and Evergreen Park. It serves business travellers and tourists seeking French-inspired decor and modern facilities. The hotel contains 208 air-conditioned rooms and suites equipped with Japanese-style toilets and private bathrooms. Guests can access a heated swimming pool, a gym, a sauna, and an on-site shopping mall. Dining options include the Lemon 1900 Bistro Bar and Kwee Zeen. While the rooms are contemporary and well-maintained, some guests may find the floor space for luggage somewhat restricted.What stands out

English speaking staff

Heated swimming pool

Modern room design

Near local parks

Watch out for

Limited room space for suitcases

Breakfast quality varies

Better-scored in Haikou

Fairfield by Marriott Haikou Meilan, Haikou: 4.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $73 a night. Fairfield by Marriott Haikou Meilan is situated on Meiyuan Road within the Meilan District of Haikou.

Hampton by Hilton Haikou East Railway St, Haikou: 4.2 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $60 a night. Hampton by Hilton Haikou East Railway St is a contemporary hotel situated on South Longkun Road in the Qiongshan area.

Hilton Haikou, Haikou: 4.0 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $105 a night. Hilton Haikou occupies the upper floors of the tallest building in the city.