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Where to Stay

Where to Stay in Hong Kong: Best Hotels & Neighborhoods [2026 Guide]

Your guide to Hong Kong's best neighbourhoods and hotels for every budget — from the harbour views of Tsim Sha Tsui to the local energy of Mong Kok.

Where to Stay in Harbin: Best Areas and Hotels [2026 Guide]

Tested guide to Harbin's best areas and hotels. Central Street for sightseeing and food, Songbei for the Ice Festival — honest recommendations at every budget from someone who's visited twice.

Where to Stay in Guangzhou: Best Areas and Hotels [2026 Guide]

Tested guide to Guangzhou's best neighbourhoods and hotels. From Canton Tower luxury to old-town Liwan charm to Chimelong theme parks — where to base yourself for every travel style and budget.

Where to Stay in Sanya: Best Hotels by Bay (2026 Guide)

Your guide to Sanya‘s bays and best hotels for every budget.

Where to stay in Shanghai with kids

Your guide to family-friendly neighbourhoods and hotels in Shanghai

Where to Stay in Shanghai: Best Areas and Hotels (2026)

The best area to stay in Shanghai is Nanjing Road for first-timers, Jing'an for families, and French Concession for couples. Our neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide with tested hotel picks, prices, and metro access for 2026.

Where to Stay in Changsha: Best Hotels & Neighborhoods [2026 Guide]

A full guide to hotels and neighbourhoods in Changsha

Where to Stay in Kunming: Best Hotels & Neighborhoods [2026 Guide]

Your guide to booking accommodation in Kunming

Where to Stay in Shenzhen with Kids

Family-friendly guide to best neighbourhoods and hotels

Where to Stay in Xi'an: Best Areas & Hotels (2026)

Wondering where to stay in Xi'an? After 2 visits with kids, here are the best neighborhoods and tested hotels — with honest picks at every budget.

Where to Stay in Shenzhen: Best Areas and Hotels (2026)

Your guide to booking accommodation in Shenzhen

Where to Stay in Chengdu: Best Areas and Hotels (2026)

The best area to stay in Chengdu is Chunxi Road & Taikoo Li. Our tested picks — from a Hyatt with a rooftop pool to a Lonely Planet-listed hostel — plus the best family hotels and where NOT to book.