The Westin Qingdao West Coast, QingdaoThe Westin Qingdao West Coast in Qingdao, China has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 38 of 84 hotels we score in Qingdao. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 3.0, Agoda 4.2. Rooms from about $81 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Huangdao District of Qingdao, The Westin Qingdao West Coast is a five-star hotel situated near the beach. It serves business travellers and leisure guests through its connection to a local convention centre. The property contains 297 rooms and suites, each measuring at least 45 square metres. Facilities include two restaurants, a bar, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a gym. Guests can access a business centre and 24-hour room service. While the hotel offers extensive wellness amenities and waterfront views, it does not have an on-site spa. The rooms feature air conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi.What stands out

Spacious rooms and suites

Near the beach

On-site dining and bar

Good value for five-star

Watch out for

No spa facilities

Limited shop options

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