The Sebel Xining, XiningThe Sebel Xining in Xining, China has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 9 of 17 hotels we score in Xining. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 4.1. Rooms from about $106 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Sebel Xining is a four-star serviced apartment hotel situated in the Chengxi District of Xining. Managed by Sofitel, the property provides large guest rooms and suites equipped with coffee machines and free Wi-Fi. It caters to business travellers and families through its meeting rooms, business centre, and onsite restaurant. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a spa, and a hot tub. While the rooms offer significant space, some guests have reported delays with the check-in process and room readiness. Onsite amenities also include valet parking and various massage services.What stands out

Large guest rooms and suites

Indoor pool and spa facilities

Onsite dining and bar

Free parking available

Watch out for

Slow check-in process

Occasional smoking issues

Better-scored in Xining

Holiday Inn Xining Datong, Xining: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $61 a night. Holiday Inn Xining Datong is a four-star hotel situated in Datong County.

Hampton by Hilton Xining Haihu, Xining: 4.2 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $102 a night. Hampton by Hilton Xining Haihu is located in the Chengxi District within the Haihu New District of Xining.

Sofitel Xining, Xining: 4.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $145 a night. Sofitel Xining is an upscale international hotel situated in the capital of Qinghai Province on the Tibetan Plateau.